Ralph's Italian Ices

1588 1 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10028

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Ralph's Italian Ices has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 9, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around five violations per visit lately, up from roughly two violations before.

By comparison, the average Manhattan facility scores 77, putting Ralph's Italian Ices on the weaker side. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 9, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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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

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.

04J

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

Jun 26, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ralph's Italian Ices last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ralph's Italian Ices on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Ralph's Italian Ices compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Ralph's Italian Ices most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Ralph's Italian Ices' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Ralph's Italian Ices have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Ralph's Italian Ices means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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