La Isla

1883 Third Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10029

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records show four inspections at La Isla stretching back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Feb 11, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around four violations lately compared to roughly two violations before.

“Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Compared to other Manhattan restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 11, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.

02G

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.

10F

Jan 14, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations.

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Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

02G

Apr 10, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations.

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After cooking or removal from hot holding, tcs food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °f to 70 °f or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °f to 41 °f or less within 4 additional hours.

02H

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

Aug 17, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Isla last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Isla on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Isla?

Across the inspection record, “hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at La Isla.

How does La Isla compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

La Isla most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has La Isla's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at La Isla have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at La Isla 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 Isla inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Isla is inspected around two times per year on average.

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