Mezzaluna

1295 Third Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10021
Italian
Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026
58
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Across the available record, Mezzaluna has four inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent report on file is from Apr 8, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near five violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.

Compared to other Manhattan restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

4
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 8, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
10B
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
58
Dec 17, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
58
Feb 4, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
64
Jun 23, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mezzaluna last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mezzaluna on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mezzaluna?

Across the inspection record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Mezzaluna.

How does Mezzaluna compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Mezzaluna most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Mezzaluna's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mezzaluna have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Mezzaluna 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 Mezzaluna inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mezzaluna is inspected roughly once per year on average.