San Marzano
117 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, 10003
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (8 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Dec 1, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Dec 1, 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.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 1, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Aug 20, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 2 (2 critical) |
| Mar 1, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 5 (2 critical) |
| Feb 21, 2023 | Grade B | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 4 (2 critical) |
| Dec 20, 2022 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 5 (4 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 3×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 2×A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
- 2×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 37 rodent inspections on record, 10 finding rat activity.
- 6 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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