Salerno Pizza

29-24 30 Avenue, Queens, NY 11102

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Sep 24, 2025

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Inspectors have visited Salerno Pizza three times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Sep 24, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

The most recent inspection turned up five violations, more than the two found previously.

Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Salerno Pizza's latest score of 52 falls below the Queens average of 75. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 24, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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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

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

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

02B

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

Apr 22, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations.

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Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.

06B

06C

Feb 22, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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

06E

10F

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Salerno Pizza last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Salerno Pizza on file is from Sep 24, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Salerno Pizza?

Across the inspection record, food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Salerno Pizza.

How does Salerno Pizza compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Salerno Pizza most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Salerno Pizza's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Salerno Pizza 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 Salerno Pizza inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Salerno Pizza is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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