The Swiss Slice

1290 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11226

Pizza

Last inspected: Sep 23, 2025

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Inspectors have visited The Swiss Slice six times, with records going back to 2023. On Sep 23, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

There hasn't been much movement either way: results have stayed near four violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.

Compared to other Brooklyn restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 23, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

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

02B

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.

04N

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

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

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

Jun 2, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

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

02B

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

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

Food protection certificate not available for inspection

18-11

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

Mar 13, 2025

Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

No violations found.

100

Jan 24, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 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

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

Jul 10, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.

View 7 violations

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

02B

04N

Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.

10A

10B

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

08A

Lighting fixture located over, by or within food storage, preparation, service or display facility, and facility where utensils and equipment are cleaned and stored, which may shatter due to extreme heat, temperature changes or accidental contact; not fitted with shatterproof bulb or shielded and encased, with end caps or other device.

28-03

Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.

08B

Mar 8, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

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

02B

“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

Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.

10A

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Swiss Slice last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Swiss Slice on file is from Sep 23, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Swiss Slice?

Across the inspection record, hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F has been cited five times, more than any other issue at The Swiss Slice.

How does The Swiss Slice compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

The Swiss Slice most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has The Swiss Slice's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at The Swiss Slice have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around four per visit.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at The Swiss Slice 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 The Swiss Slice inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Swiss Slice is inspected around two times per year on average.

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