Primola

1226 Second Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10065

Italian

Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Across the available record, Primola has three inspections on file, the first dated 2021. The most recent report on file is from Apr 13, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 10 violations lately compared to roughly two violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “establishment is not free of harborage or conditions”, which has been cited two times.

That's lower than the typical Manhattan restaurant, which scores around 77. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 13, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

5 critical violations. 5 minor 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

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

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

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

Meat, fish, molluscan shellfish, unpasteurized raw shell eggs, poultry or other tcs offered or served raw or undercooked and written notice not provided to consumer.

02F

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

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.

08B

Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information

20-08

May 9, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 minor violations.

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Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

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

Aug 17, 2021

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.

04L

Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.

08A

Food contact surface not properly maintained.

09C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Primola last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Primola on file is from Apr 13, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Primola?

Across the inspection record, “establishment is not free of harborage or conditions” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Primola.

How does Primola compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Primola most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Primola's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Primola have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Primola means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Primola inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Primola is inspected about once every two years on average.

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