Osteria La Baia

129 West 52 Street, Manhattan, NY 10019
Italian
Last inspected: May 4, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Osteria La Baia four times, with records going back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on May 4, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around zero violations, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.

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

The city-wide average for Manhattan sits at 77, putting Osteria La Baia on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 4, 2026
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 28, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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
58
Jun 23, 2025
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
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
05D
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
61
Mar 28, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
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 Osteria La Baia last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Osteria La Baia on file is from May 4, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Osteria La Baia?

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 Osteria La Baia.

How does Osteria La Baia compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Osteria La Baia most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Osteria La Baia's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Osteria La Baia have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Osteria La Baia means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Osteria La Baia inspected?

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