Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
51
Last inspection
April 24, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
40 / 11
LA Sova currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 24, 2026 found 9 violations, including 5 critical violations, for a total score of 51 points.
Latest Violations
5 critical · 4 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
- No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- 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.
- Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
Non-Critical
- Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
- 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.
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Latest Inspection Details
April 24, 2026
- Date
- April 24, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 51
- Critical points
- 40
- Non-critical points
- 11
- Violations
- 9 (5 critical, 4 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Apr 24, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 3, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: No violations were recorded at the time of this inspection.
✓ No violations found on this inspection
Aug 5, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
LA Sova received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in September 2024 with a score of 0.
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.
LA Sova's latest score: 51
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is LA Sova's current NYC health grade?
LA Sova does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was LA Sova last inspected?
LA Sova was last inspected on April 24, 2026.
What was LA Sova's latest inspection score?
LA Sova's latest inspection score was 51 points.
How many violations did LA Sova have in its latest inspection?
LA Sova had 9 violations in its latest inspection, including 5 critical violations and 4 non-critical violations.
Where is LA Sova located?
LA Sova is located at 1301 East 13th Street in Brooklyn, NY 11230.
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: 50147429
Last updated: July 3, 2026