Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
11
Last inspection
February 20, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 4
Ben's Pizza currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on February 20, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 11 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Non-Critical
- 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.
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Latest Inspection Details
February 20, 2025
- Date
- February 20, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 11
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
Feb 20, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 10, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 14, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 1, 2022
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 16, 2022
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Ben's Pizza has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: February 2025 and June 2023. Its latest score was 11, slightly higher than its June 2023 score of 10.
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.
Ben's Pizza's latest score: 11
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ben's Pizza's current NYC health grade?
Ben's Pizza currently has a A grade.
When was Ben's Pizza last inspected?
Ben's Pizza was last inspected on February 20, 2025.
What was Ben's Pizza's latest inspection score?
Ben's Pizza's latest inspection score was 11 points.
How many violations did Ben's Pizza have in its latest inspection?
Ben's Pizza had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Ben's Pizza located?
Ben's Pizza is located at 123 Macdougal Street in Manhattan, NY 10012.
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: 50120834
Last updated: July 3, 2026