Nelly's Chicken & Pizza

2236 Amsterdam Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10032
American
Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026
64
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records show three inspections at Nelly's Chicken & Pizza stretching back to 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 17, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Compared to the prior visit, inspectors found more to write up: five violations versus two before.

When inspectors have written things up, wiping cloths not stored clean and dry has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

By comparison, the average Manhattan facility scores 77, putting Nelly's Chicken & Pizza on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

3
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 17, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
64
Oct 22, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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
82
May 17, 2023
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
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Nelly's Chicken & Pizza last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Nelly's Chicken & Pizza on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Nelly's Chicken & Pizza?

Across the inspection record, wiping cloths not stored clean and dry has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Nelly's Chicken & Pizza.

How does Nelly's Chicken & Pizza compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Nelly's Chicken & Pizza most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Nelly's Chicken & Pizza's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Nelly's Chicken & Pizza have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about two per visit to around five more recently.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Nelly's Chicken & 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 Nelly's Chicken & Pizza inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Nelly's Chicken & Pizza is inspected roughly once per year on average.