Piccola Strada

77 East 4 Street, Manhattan, NY 10003
Italian
Last inspected: May 6, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Piccola Strada appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated May 6, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The latest visit found two violations, down from three violations the time before.

Across the inspection history, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Restaurants in Manhattan average 77, so Piccola Strada is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 6, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
82
Mar 14, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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
78
Jun 1, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Toilet facility not provided for employees or for patrons when required. shared patron-employee toilet accessed through kitchen, food prep or storage area or utensil washing area.
05E
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
06C
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
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Piccola Strada last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Piccola Strada on file is from May 6, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Piccola Strada?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Piccola Strada.

How does Piccola Strada compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Piccola Strada most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Piccola Strada's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Piccola Strada have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about three previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Piccola Strada 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 Piccola Strada inspected?

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