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Sams Famous Pizza

150 East 116 Street, Manhattan, NY 10029
Pizza
Last inspected: Nov 14, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Sams Famous Pizza has five inspections on file, the first dated 2023. On Nov 14, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly five violations earlier in the record.

“No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Sams Famous Pizza's latest score of 86 sits above the Manhattan average of 77. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 14, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
86
Jul 14, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.
06B
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
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
58
Jun 4, 2025
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, 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
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
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
58
Jun 18, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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
82
Mar 8, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
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
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sams Famous Pizza last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sams Famous Pizza on file is from Nov 14, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sams Famous Pizza?

Across the inspection record, “no hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sams Famous Pizza.

How does Sams Famous Pizza compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Sams Famous Pizza most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Sams Famous Pizza's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Sams Famous Pizza have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sams Famous Pizza 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 Sams Famous Pizza inspected?

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

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