J Adore Cafe & Pizza

180 Ralph Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11233

Pizza

Last inspected: Feb 9, 2026

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

J Adore Cafe & Pizza has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. The most recent visit was on Feb 9, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around two violations compared to roughly 12 violations earlier on.

Looking across the full record, “pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Compared to the broader Brooklyn restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 9, 2026

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

2 minor violations.

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Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

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

Jan 12, 2026

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

5 critical violations. 7 minor violations.

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Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

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 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

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

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

Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.

09E

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

10B

Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.

10H

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was J Adore Cafe & Pizza last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at J Adore Cafe & Pizza on file is from Feb 9, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at J Adore Cafe & Pizza?

Across the inspection record, “pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at J Adore Cafe & Pizza.

How does J Adore Cafe & Pizza compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

J Adore Cafe & Pizza most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has J Adore Cafe & Pizza's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at J Adore Cafe & Pizza have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly 12 earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at J Adore Cafe & Pizza means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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