Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
21
Last inspection
June 24, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
14 / 7
Famous Joe Pizzeria currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 24, 2026 found 5 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 21 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
- Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
Non-Critical
- 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.
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
June 24, 2026
- Date
- June 24, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 21
- Critical points
- 14
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 5 (2 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jun 24, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 21, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 14, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Famous Joe Pizzeria has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: October 2024 and August 2023. Its latest score was 8, lower than its August 2023 score of 13.
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.
Famous Joe Pizzeria's latest score: 21
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Famous Joe Pizzeria's current NYC health grade?
Famous Joe Pizzeria does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Famous Joe Pizzeria last inspected?
Famous Joe Pizzeria was last inspected on June 24, 2026.
What was Famous Joe Pizzeria's latest inspection score?
Famous Joe Pizzeria's latest inspection score was 21 points.
How many violations did Famous Joe Pizzeria have in its latest inspection?
Famous Joe Pizzeria had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Famous Joe Pizzeria located?
Famous Joe Pizzeria is located at 486 Dekalb Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11205.
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: 50131632
Last updated: July 3, 2026