Fresca Pizza

560 East 149 Street, Bronx, NY 10455
Pizza
Last inspected: Oct 28, 2025
47
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records show three inspections at Fresca Pizza stretching back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 28, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

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

The city-wide average sits at 77, which Fresca Pizza's 47 doesn't quite reach. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

3
Inspections
4
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 28, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 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
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
47
Mar 21, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 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
“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
20-04
78
Jun 13, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 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
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
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fresca Pizza last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Fresca Pizza on file is from Oct 28, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Fresca Pizza?

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

How does Fresca Pizza compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Fresca Pizza most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Bronx average of 77.

Has Fresca Pizza's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Fresca Pizza have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Fresca Pizza 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.

How often is Fresca Pizza inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Fresca Pizza is inspected roughly once per year on average.