Grade AItalian

Cello Wine & Cocktail Bistro

226 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, 10022

Should you eat here?

Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (5 weeks ago). Details below.

Last inspected Jun 30, 2026 · New York City health department

What the inspector found on Jun 30, 2026

  • Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.

    Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

    Critical
  • A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.

    Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

  • A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.

    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.

Inspection history

DateResultTypeViolations
Jun 30, 2026Grade ACycle Inspection / Initial Inspection3 (1 critical)
Dec 19, 2024Grade ACycle Inspection / Re-inspection2 (1 critical)
Jun 20, 2024Grade PendingCycle Inspection / Initial Inspection1 (1 critical)

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  • 9 rodent inspections on record, 1 finding rat activity.

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