Joe & Sal's Pizzeria

842 Franklin Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11225

Pizza

Last inspected: Jan 9, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show five inspections at Joe & Sal's Pizzeria stretching back to 2022. Joe & Sal's Pizzeria was last inspected on Jan 9, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about six violations before that.

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

Restaurants in Brooklyn average 77, so Joe & Sal's Pizzeria is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 9, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

Apr 15, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

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

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

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

May 2, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

5 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 7 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

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

04K

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

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

10B

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

Aug 29, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 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

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

08A

10F

Jul 15, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

02G

Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry is worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.

06A

“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

10F

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Joe & Sal's Pizzeria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Joe & Sal's Pizzeria on file is from Jan 9, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Joe & Sal's 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 Joe & Sal's Pizzeria.

How does Joe & Sal's Pizzeria compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Joe & Sal's Pizzeria most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Joe & Sal's Pizzeria's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Joe & Sal's Pizzeria have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Joe & Sal's 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 Joe & Sal's Pizzeria inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Joe & Sal's Pizzeria is inspected around two times per year on average.

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