La Covacha
Inspectors have visited La Covacha three times, with records going back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 24, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
“Food contact surface not properly washed” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
That's lower than the typical Manhattan restaurant, which scores around 77. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Covacha last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Covacha on file is from Sep 24, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Covacha?
Across the inspection record, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Covacha.
How does La Covacha compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?
La Covacha most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.
Has La Covacha's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Covacha have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at La Covacha means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is La Covacha inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Covacha is inspected roughly once per year on average.