Current Grade
Current grade
Z
Latest score
37
Last inspection
March 24, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
28 / 9
Tavola currently has a Z grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 24, 2026 found 8 violations, including 4 critical violations, for a total score of 37 points.
Latest Violations
4 critical · 4 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
- 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.
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
Non-Critical
- 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.
- 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.
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Latest Inspection Details
March 24, 2026
- Date
- March 24, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- Z
- Score
- 37
- Critical points
- 28
- Non-critical points
- 9
- Violations
- 8 (4 critical, 4 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Mar 24, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 11, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 4, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Tavola received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in June 2024 with a score of 13.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Tavola's latest score: 37
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tavola's current NYC health grade?
Tavola currently has a Z grade.
When was Tavola last inspected?
Tavola was last inspected on March 24, 2026.
What was Tavola's latest inspection score?
Tavola's latest inspection score was 37 points.
How many violations did Tavola have in its latest inspection?
Tavola had 8 violations in its latest inspection, including 4 critical violations and 4 non-critical violations.
Where is Tavola located?
Tavola is located at 488 9th Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10018.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 41690457
Last updated: June 26, 2026