Ljubo's Pizzeria

15 Westchester Square, Bronx, NY 10461

Pizza

Last inspected: Feb 18, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Ljubo's Pizzeria has five inspections on file, the first dated 2022. On Feb 18, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent inspections show fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest at two versus three before.

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

The city-wide average for Bronx sits at 77, putting Ljubo's Pizzeria on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 18, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Food worker/food vendor does not use utensil or other barrier to eliminate bare hand contact with food that will not receive adequate additional heat treatment.

04C

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 21, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

Apr 30, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

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

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

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

10G

Providing single-use, non-compostable plastic straws to customers without customer request (including providing such straws at a self-serve station)

19-06

10F

Apr 11, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

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

10F

Mar 7, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

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

06D

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ljubo's Pizzeria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ljubo's Pizzeria on file is from Feb 18, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ljubo'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 Ljubo's Pizzeria.

How does Ljubo's Pizzeria compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Ljubo's Pizzeria most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Bronx average of 77.

Has Ljubo's Pizzeria's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Ljubo's 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 Ljubo'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 Ljubo's Pizzeria inspected?

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

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