New York City, NY - An inspection conducted at La Bella Ferrara Pasticceria on 07/23/2025 identified food safety violations.
Located in the heart of Little Italy, La Bella Ferrara Pasticceria operates from a prominent location at 108 Mulberry Street Manhattan Ny, making it easily accessible to area customers.
The inspection report notes: "10d. 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, odor." Food safety guidelines indicate that such conditions should be addressed promptly.
Inspectors documented deficiencies involving sanitation, an essential component of restaurant operations.
Industry best practices require establishments to maintain rigorous cleaning schedules and equipment maintenance According to FDA Sanitation Standards, Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. This regulatory framework ensures that food service establishments meet rigorous safety standards.
Such infractions require attention for the business to maintain compliance with community safety standards. Public health officials note that addressing these violations helps maintain trust in dining establishments.
City health officials have required that La Bella Ferrara Pasticceria promptly correct these infractions before continuing food service. Re-examination will be conducted to ensure corrections.
Food service professionals should take note of important insights from these findings, highlighting the importance of ongoing compliance to health code requirements. Public education continues to be an essential element in ensuring public health protection.
| BBL | 1002050004 |
| ZIPCODE | 10013 |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Bakery Products/Desserts |
| Census Tract | 004100 |
| Longitude | -73.998347807417 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| BORO | Manhattan |
| NTA | MN24 |
| BIN | 1002630 |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| CAMIS | 50114244 |
| Council District | 01 |
| SCORE | 7 |
| INSPECTION DATE | 07/23/2025 |
| PHONE | 2129667867 |
| STREET | MULBERRY STREET |
| Latitude | 40.717459925791 |
| DBA | LA BELLA FERRARA PASTICCERIA |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| GRADE | A |
| GRADE DATE | 07/23/2025 |
| BUILDING | 108 |
| Community Board | 102 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 10D; 06D |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 10D: 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. || 06D: Food contact surface not properly washed; rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. |
This inspection was conducted on July 23, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: 10D: 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. | 06D: Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred..
Health code violations can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Common concerns include improper food temperatures (which can allow bacteria growth), inadequate handwashing facilities (which can spread germs), pest activity (which can contaminate food), and cross-contamination risks. These violations are monitored by health departments to ensure public safety and prevent foodborne illness outbreaks.
All inspection data for this report is sourced directly from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene . View the original data source .
Food safety standards referenced in this report are based on:
Important Note: This article is based on official inspection reports at the time of inspection. Current conditions may differ. Always check the most recent inspection results before dining. Establishments have the opportunity to correct violations and request re-inspection.
