La Caverna
122124 RIVINGTON STREET, Manhattan
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (9 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Oct 28, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Oct 28, 2025
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
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.
CriticalA cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 28, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Mar 5, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 2 |
| Apr 30, 2023 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (3 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
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