Nypd Pizza

556 W Mcdowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85003

Pizza

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

The health department has logged five inspections at Nypd Pizza, the earliest from 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 4, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

The pattern that stands out is “eating, drinking, or using tobacco”, which has been cited three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Phoenix restaurant scores 97. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 4, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 2, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed open employee beverage on top shelf of pizza rack above ready to eat pizza. To ensure food safety, prevent physical contamination and the transmission of disease; employee eating, drinking, beverage storage, and using tobacco must be done in an approved area. Person-in-charge (PIC) relocated employee beverage to an approved area at time of inspection

2-401.11

Feb 7, 2025

Reinspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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Backflow prevention air gap not adequate (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed hose attachment connected to mop sink faucet with atmospheric vacuum breaker extended below flood rim of sink and rest in sink basin. PIC moved end of hose above flood rim of mop sink at time of inspection. Non-testable anti-siphon vacuum breaker devices are designed to protect potable water supplies from the back siphonage of non-health hazard cross-connections and low flow, non-continuous pressure installations. Discussed with PIC removing the hose from the faucet when it is not in use to ensure an air gap is present. An air gap on all water supply lines must be present

5-202.13

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed open employee beverage on top shelf in reach-in cooler used for alcohol storage in server station. To ensure food safety, prevent physical contamination and the transmission of disease; employee eating, drinking, beverage storage, and using tobacco must be done in an approved area. Person-in-charge (PIC) relocated employee beverage to an approved area at time of inspection

2-401.11

Jan 29, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

Backflow prevention air gap not adequate (corrected on site)

5-202.13

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

Inspector notes: Observed broken water faucet not supplying cold water from handwashing sink located near back warewashing area. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing

5-205.11

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area (corrected on site)

2-401.11

Jul 24, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed caulking around hand sink next to dish area to be cracking, missing, or otherwise in disrepair. Clean and re-seal so area is smooth, easily cleanable, and prevents seepage of water. Fix prior to next routine inspection

6-501.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Observed closing lid missing on tabletop cooler located opposite of oven. Discussed with PIC proximity of unit from oven heat may affect coldholding capacity of unit for TCS food items stored. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection

4-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Nypd Pizza last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Nypd Pizza on file is from Mar 4, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Nypd Pizza?

Across the inspection record, “eating, drinking, or using tobacco” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Nypd Pizza.

How does Nypd Pizza compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Nypd Pizza most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Nypd Pizza's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Nypd Pizza have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Nypd Pizza means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Nypd Pizza inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Nypd Pizza is inspected around three times per year on average.

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