Benny's Pizza Restaurant

175-63 Hillside Avenue, Queens, NY 11432
American
Last inspected: May 13, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Benny's Pizza Restaurant three times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from May 13, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Each of the recent inspections has turned up roughly the same number of issues.

The pattern that stands out is non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, which has been cited two times.

Compared to the broader Queens restaurant scene, where the average is 75, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 13, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 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
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
82
Mar 25, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
82
May 8, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
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
Unclean or cracked whole eggs or unpasteurized liquid, frozen or powdered eggs kept or used.
03C
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Benny's Pizza Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Benny's Pizza Restaurant on file is from May 13, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Benny's Pizza Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Benny's Pizza Restaurant.

How does Benny's Pizza Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Benny's Pizza Restaurant most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Benny's Pizza Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Benny's Pizza Restaurant have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around two per visit.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Benny's Pizza Restaurant 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 Benny's Pizza Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Benny's Pizza Restaurant is inspected roughly once per year on average.