Home› NYC› Queens› Margherita Pizza

Margherita Pizza

163-04 Jamaica Avenue, Queens, NY 11432
Pizza
Last inspected: Mar 28, 2026
70
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

The health department has logged five inspections at Margherita Pizza, the earliest from 2022. On Mar 28, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

The city-wide average sits at 75, which Margherita Pizza's 70 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

5
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 28, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
70
Apr 7, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
82
Dec 18, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
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
78
May 24, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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
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
61
Dec 19, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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
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
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Margherita Pizza last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Margherita Pizza on file is from Mar 28, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Margherita Pizza?

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 Margherita Pizza.

How does Margherita Pizza compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Margherita Pizza most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Margherita Pizza's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Margherita Pizza have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Margherita Pizza means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Margherita Pizza inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Margherita Pizza is inspected around two times per year on average.

Nearby Restaurants
Dunkin Donuts
163-18 Jamaica Avenue
Score: 86 — Low Risk
Cold Stone Creamery
162-11 Jamaica Avenue
Score: 86 — Low Risk
Pizzeria Grande
92-18 Guy R Brewer Boulevard
Score: 100 — Low Risk
Explore More
→ All locations in Queens → Pizza restaurants in NYC → Pizza restaurants in Queens
forkgrade — Public health inspection data for food establishments across the US
About Methodology Privacy Policy