La Contenta
1079 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, 11222
Should you eat here?
Caution — a pest-related violation was found at the latest inspection (8 months ago).
Last inspected Dec 9, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Dec 9, 2025
Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
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.
A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
Critical
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 9, 2025 | Grade A | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 8 rodent inspections on record, 2 finding rat activity.
- 3 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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