Pizzeria Panina

68-38 Forest Avenue, Queens, NY 11385

Italian

Last inspected: Jan 15, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Pizzeria Panina has three inspections on file, the first dated 2022. On Jan 15, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from four violations to one.

The pattern that stands out is establishment is not free of harborage or conditions, which has been cited two times.

Compared to the broader Queens restaurant scene, where the average is 75, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 15, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

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

08A

Apr 12, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

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

04L

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

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

08A

Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.

28-06

May 3, 2022

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Personal cleanliness inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn in an area where food is prepared.

06A

Plumbing not properly installed or maintained; anti-siphonage or backflow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly.

10B

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pizzeria Panina last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pizzeria Panina on file is from Jan 15, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pizzeria Panina?

Across the inspection record, establishment is not free of harborage or conditions has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pizzeria Panina.

How does Pizzeria Panina compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Pizzeria Panina most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Pizzeria Panina's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Pizzeria Panina have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pizzeria Panina 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 Pizzeria Panina inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pizzeria Panina is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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