Fresh Hot J Pizza Health Inspection Grade
Pizza · 514 East 138th Street, The Bronx, NY 10454
Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
40
Last inspection
March 9, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
33 / 7
Fresh Hot J Pizza currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 9, 2026 found 8 violations, including 5 critical violations, for a total score of 40 points.
Latest Violations
5 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- 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.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Non-Critical
- Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
- Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Latest Inspection Details
March 9, 2026
- Date
- March 9, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 40
- Critical points
- 33
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 8 (5 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
6 inspections
Mar 9, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 15, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 7, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 22, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 5, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 6, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Fresh Hot J Pizza has received a C grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: December 2025 and July 2025. Its latest score was 30, slightly higher than its July 2025 score of 28.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Fresh Hot J Pizza's latest score: 40
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fresh Hot J Pizza's current NYC health grade?
Fresh Hot J Pizza does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Fresh Hot J Pizza last inspected?
Fresh Hot J Pizza was last inspected on March 9, 2026.
What was Fresh Hot J Pizza's latest inspection score?
Fresh Hot J Pizza's latest inspection score was 40 points.
How many violations did Fresh Hot J Pizza have in its latest inspection?
Fresh Hot J Pizza had 8 violations in its latest inspection, including 5 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Fresh Hot J Pizza located?
Fresh Hot J Pizza is located at 514 East 138th Street in The Bronx, NY 10454.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 50141844
Last updated: July 3, 2026