Pizza · Midtown-Times Square
LAZZARA'S PIZZA CAFE & RESTAURANT health grade & inspection history
221 WEST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10018
Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: A (Apr 8, 2025). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on Apr 8, 2025; lower is better.
Latest NYC health inspection
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Inspection details
Latest health code violations
- 06CCritical violation
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.
- 10B
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.
Score trend
LAZZARA'S PIZZA CAFE & RESTAURANT inspection history
33 fewer inspection points than the previous comparable inspection. This table shows up to twelve inspection events available in the current source snapshot; the feed’s history can change after agency review.
| Date | Grade | Score | Violations | Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 8, 2025 | A | 7 | 2 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Apr 8, 2025 | — | — | 1 | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection |
| Dec 17, 2024 | C | 40 | 9 | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| Jul 9, 2024 | — | 69 | 9 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Jul 9, 2024 | — | — | 3 | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection |
| May 11, 2023 | A | 12 | 3 | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
Repeat patterns
Recurring violation codes
Items recorded in at least two separate inspection events. Recurrence adds context but does not indicate that an issue is still present today.
- 10BRecorded in 3 inspections
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.
- 02GRecorded in 3 inspections
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.
- 10FRecorded in 3 inspections
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.
- 06CRecorded in 2 inspections
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.
- 04LRecorded in 2 inspections
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- 04MRecorded in 2 inspections
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
- 06FRecorded in 2 inspections
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
- 08ARecorded in 2 inspections
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Official location
LAZZARA'S PIZZA CAFE & RESTAURANT on the map
Common questions
LAZZARA'S PIZZA CAFE & RESTAURANT inspection FAQ
What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for LAZZARA'S PIZZA CAFE & RESTAURANT?
The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is A, dated Apr 8, 2025. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 7 violation points.
When was LAZZARA'S PIZZA CAFE & RESTAURANT last inspected?
The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated Apr 8, 2025.
Is a lower NYC restaurant inspection score better?
Yes. NYC inspection scores are violation points, so lower is better. Letter-grade ranges are generally A for 0–13, B for 14–27 and C for 28 or more points.
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