John's Luncheonette

331 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10467
American
Last inspected: Feb 20, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited John's Luncheonette three times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Feb 20, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around one violation compared to roughly three violations earlier on.

“Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Bronx restaurant scores 77. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 20, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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
95
Sep 26, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
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
Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.
08B
86
May 16, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Wiping cloths soiled or not stored in sanitizing solution.
06F
Tobacco use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area observed.
06B
Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/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 John's Luncheonette last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at John's Luncheonette on file is from Feb 20, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at John's Luncheonette?

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 John's Luncheonette.

How does John's Luncheonette compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

John's Luncheonette most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Bronx average of 77.

Has John's Luncheonette's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at John's Luncheonette have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at John's Luncheonette 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 John's Luncheonette inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, John's Luncheonette is inspected roughly once per year on average.