Richie's Pizzeria

247 East 172 Street, Bronx, NY 10457
Pizza
Last inspected: Dec 10, 2024
61
Score
Medium Risk

During the December 10, 2024, inspection of Richie's Pizzeria in Bronx, NY, officials recorded three critical violations and one minor violation, resulting in a moderate risk designation. The inspection noted issues regarding temperature control for food items, the availability of calibrated thermometers, and the functionality of drainage and sewage disposal systems. Across three total inspections on record, the facility has consistently maintained a moderate risk profile.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 10, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
04J
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
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
61
Oct 24, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.
05H
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Food service operation occurring in room or area used as living or sleeping quarters.
09D
Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
10D
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
28-06
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
50
Aug 7, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.
05H
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
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
20-04
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