MANGIA in Chelsea Fails Health Inspection

MANGIA restaurant inspection

New York City, NY - City health officials cited Mangia for health violations during an inspection on 07/24/2025.

The restaurant is located at 22 West 23 Street Manhattan Ny in New York City's Chelsea district, serving local residents and visitors.

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Inspectors documented: "08a. Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. (critical: not critical). 04n. Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies o." This finding indicates a need for compliance with established food safety protocols.

Inspectors documented deficiencies involving temperature control, an essential component of restaurant operations.

Temperature control violations pose immediate risks to public health and food safety Data compiled by food safety institutions reveals that Temperature abuse remains the leading cause of foodborne illness outbreaks in restaurant settings. Per FDA Temperature Safety Guidelines, such standards maintain that dining facilities comply with comprehensive protection measures.

The examination revealed violations related to pest control, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.

Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper pest control protocols. The FDA Food Code Standards clearly states that The FDA Food Code mandates that food storage areas remain free from pest contamination at all times.

The examination revealed violations related to sanitation, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.

Food safety experts emphasize that consistent sanitation practices prevent the accumulation of harmful bacteria According to FDA Sanitation Standards, Proper sanitation practices prevent cross-contamination and maintain the integrity of food preparation environments. This regulatory framework ensures that food service establishments meet rigorous safety standards.

In addition to regulatory requirements, these issues may affect the business's standing and public trust. Community health organizations track health department findings to provide education to local residents.

Local regulatory authorities have ordered that Mangia swiftly remediate the documented deficiencies before reopening to customers. Additional review is planned to confirm remediation.

This incident highlights the critical importance of rigorous food safety protocols in commercial food service. Local residents are encouraged to review public inspection records when making dining decisions.

📋 Complete Inspection Data

STREET WEST 23 STREET
INSPECTION DATE 07/24/2025
CUISINE DESCRIPTION Italian
Council District 03
Census Tract 005800
BIN 1015572
PHONE 2126470200
SCORE 46
RECORD DATE 08/15/2025
BORO Manhattan
Longitude -73.990534280688
ACTION Violations were cited in the following area(s).
CAMIS 40994221
BUILDING 22
NTA MN13
DBA MANGIA
INSPECTION TYPE Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Community Board 105
Latitude 40.741937365615
ZIPCODE 10010
BBL 1008240051
VIOLATION CODES 08A; 04N; 10F; 06C; 02B; 06F; 03I
ALL VIOLATIONS 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents; insects or other pests. || 04N: Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies; blow flies; bottle flies; flesh flies; drain flies; Phorid flies and fruit flies. || 10F: 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. || 06C: 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. || 02B: Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. || 06F: Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry; or in a sanitizing solution; between uses. || 03I: Juice packaged on premises with no or incomplete label; no warning statement

Frequently Asked Questions

When was this inspection conducted?

This inspection was conducted on July 24, 2025.

Who conducted this inspection?

Chicago Department of Public Health

What violations were found during this inspection?

The following violations were found: 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. | 04N: Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies. | 10F: 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. | 06C: 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. | 02B: Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. | 06F: Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses. | 03I: Juice packaged on premises with no or incomplete label, no warning statement.

Why are these violations concerning?

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.

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📋 Data Sources & Health Guidelines

Inspection Data Source

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 .

Federal Health Guidelines

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.