Luigi's Pizzeria

326 Dekalb Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11205

Pizza

Last inspected: Apr 14, 2026

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records show five inspections at Luigi's Pizzeria stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Apr 14, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around eight violations per visit lately, up from roughly three violations before.

Looking across the full record, “hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Restaurants in Brooklyn average 77, so Luigi's Pizzeria trails the local norm. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 14, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

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

04L

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

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

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

02B

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

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

08A

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

08C

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

10G

Nov 17, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

10F

Sep 4, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 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

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

02B

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

10G

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

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

08A

May 20, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

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

10G

10F

Dec 27, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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

02B

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Luigi's Pizzeria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Luigi's Pizzeria on file is from Apr 14, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Luigi's Pizzeria?

Across the inspection record, “hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Luigi's Pizzeria.

How does Luigi's Pizzeria compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Luigi's Pizzeria most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

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

No. Recent inspections at Luigi's Pizzeria have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Luigi's Pizzeria means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Luigi's Pizzeria inspected?

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

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