Aj Pizzeria

4412 Fort Hamilton Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11219
Pizza
Last inspected: Apr 15, 2024
50
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: C

Inspectors have visited Aj Pizzeria three times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Apr 15, 2024. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record. Public records show no inspections at Aj Pizzeria since Apr 15, 2024, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around two violations to closer to six violations.

When inspectors have written things up, “hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

That's lower than the typical Brooklyn restaurant, which scores around 77. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

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Inspections
4
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 15, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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.
02G
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.
06C
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Tcs food removed from cold holding or prepared from or combined with ingredients at room temperature not cooled by an approved method to 41 °f or below within 4 hours.
02I
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.
10F
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
50
May 30, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
74
Apr 27, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
04L
Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.
08A
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Aj Pizzeria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Aj Pizzeria on file is from Apr 15, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Aj Pizzeria?

Across the inspection record, “hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Aj Pizzeria.

How does Aj Pizzeria compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Aj Pizzeria most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Aj Pizzeria's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Aj Pizzeria have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Aj Pizzeria means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.