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Fresh Hot J Pizza

514 East 138 Street, Bronx, NY 10454
Pizza
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
41
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Inspectors have visited Fresh Hot J Pizza six times, with records going back to 2024. On Mar 9, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Compared to the prior visit, inspectors found more to write up: seven violations versus four before.

The pattern that stands out is establishment is not free of harborage or conditions, which has been cited five times.

By comparison, the average Bronx facility scores 77, putting Fresh Hot J Pizza on the weaker side. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

6
Inspections
5
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
5 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
09E
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted
20-06
41
Dec 15, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
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
Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted
20-06
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
58
Oct 7, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
10B
Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
28-06
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
52
Jul 22, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
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
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
Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
28-06
55
Jun 5, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
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
58
Feb 6, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fresh Hot J Pizza last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Fresh Hot J Pizza on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Fresh Hot J Pizza?

Across the inspection record, establishment is not free of harborage or conditions has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Fresh Hot J Pizza.

How does Fresh Hot J Pizza compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Fresh Hot J Pizza most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Bronx average of 77.

Has Fresh Hot J Pizza's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Fresh Hot J Pizza have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about four per visit to around seven more recently.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Fresh Hot J 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 Fresh Hot J Pizza inspected?

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

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