Grotta Azzurra Pizzeria

8505 21 Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11214

Pizza

Last inspected: Dec 23, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at Grotta Azzurra Pizzeria stretching back to 2023. Grotta Azzurra Pizzeria was last inspected on Dec 23, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The latest visit found two violations, down from three violations the time before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, showing up two times.

Grotta Azzurra Pizzeria's latest score of 82 sits above the Brooklyn average of 77. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 23, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Aug 26, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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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

Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment

10E

Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.

28-06

Apr 27, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.

05D

10F

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Grotta Azzurra Pizzeria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Grotta Azzurra Pizzeria on file is from Dec 23, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Grotta Azzurra Pizzeria?

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 Grotta Azzurra Pizzeria.

How does Grotta Azzurra Pizzeria compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Grotta Azzurra Pizzeria most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Grotta Azzurra Pizzeria's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Grotta Azzurra Pizzeria have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about three previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Grotta Azzurra 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 Grotta Azzurra Pizzeria inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Grotta Azzurra Pizzeria is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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