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Pizza · Mott Haven-Port Morris
FRESH HOT J PIZZA health grade & inspection history
514 EAST 138 STREET, Bronx, NY 10454
40 latest violation-point score
Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: C (Dec 15, 2025). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on Mar 9, 2026; lower is better.
Latest NYC health inspection
Health inspection snapshot
Mar 9, 2026Inspection date
7Violations recorded
5Critical items
Official action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Inspection details
Latest health code violations
- 02BCritical violation
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- 02GCritical 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.
- 04LCritical violation
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- 06ACritical violation
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.
- 06DCritical violation
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- 08A
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- 09E
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
Score trend
FRESH HOT J PIZZA inspection history
10 more inspection points than the previous comparable inspection. This table shows up to twelve inspection events available in the current source snapshot; the feed’s history can change after agency review.
| Date | Grade | Score | Violations | Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 4, 2026 | — | — | 0 | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection |
| Jul 15, 2026 | — | — | 0 | Administrative Miscellaneous / Compliance Inspection |
| Mar 9, 2026 | — | 40 | 7 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Mar 9, 2026 | — | — | 1 | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection |
| Dec 15, 2025 | C | 30 | 4 | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| Dec 15, 2025 | — | — | 1 | Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection |
| Oct 7, 2025 | — | 23 | 7 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Jul 22, 2025 | C | 28 | 6 | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| Jun 5, 2025 | — | 31 | 5 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Feb 6, 2024 | A | 12 | 2 | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection |
Repeat patterns
Recurring violation codes
Items recorded in at least two separate inspection events. Recurrence adds context but does not indicate that an issue is still present today.
- 08ARecorded in 5 inspections
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- 02BRecorded in 4 inspections
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- 10FRecorded in 3 inspections
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.
- 06DRecorded in 2 inspections
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- 20-06Recorded in 2 inspections
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
- 04ARecorded in 2 inspections
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
- 04KRecorded in 2 inspections
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- 06FRecorded in 2 inspections
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Official location
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Common questions
FRESH HOT J PIZZA inspection FAQ
What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for FRESH HOT J PIZZA?
The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is C, dated Dec 15, 2025. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 40 violation points.
When was FRESH HOT J PIZZA last inspected?
The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated Mar 9, 2026.
Is a lower NYC restaurant inspection score better?
Yes. NYC inspection scores are violation points, so lower is better. Letter-grade ranges are generally A for 0–13, B for 14–27 and C for 28 or more points.
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