Carlos Pizzeria

575 Seneca Avenue, Queens, NY 11385
Pizza
Last inspected: Nov 4, 2024
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Carlos Pizzeria appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 4, 2024. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.

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

Among Queens restaurants, the typical score is 75; Carlos Pizzeria is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 4, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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 4, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
78
Nov 15, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
09E
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 9, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations.
View 3 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Hot food item not held at or above 140º f.
02B
Cold food item held above 41º f (smoked fish and reduced oxygen packaged foods above 38 ºf) except during necessary preparation.
02G
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Carlos Pizzeria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Carlos Pizzeria on file is from Nov 4, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Carlos Pizzeria?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Carlos Pizzeria.

How does Carlos Pizzeria compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Carlos Pizzeria most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Carlos Pizzeria's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Carlos Pizzeria have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Carlos Pizzeria 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 Carlos Pizzeria inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Carlos Pizzeria is inspected around two times per year on average.