Bronx, NY — Capri II Pizza, located at 149 Dreiser Loop in the Co-op City neighborhood of the Bronx, was closed by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) following an inspection conducted on July 8, 2026. The establishment received a score of 69, placing it firmly in C-grade territory. Two critical violations were documented during the inspection, and those requiring immediate corrective action were addressed on site.

The inspection data was released by DOHMH on July 10, 2026.

What Inspectors Found

Inspectors documented two critical violations during the July 8 visit.

The first, cited under Code 02G, involved cold temperature-controlled for safety (TCS) food items held above the required 41°F threshold. Proper cold holding temperatures are essential to limiting bacterial growth in perishable foods such as dairy, meat, and prepared items. When cold storage fails to maintain required temperatures, potentially hazardous foods can enter conditions that accelerate microbial growth.

The second violation, cited under Code 06D, found that food contact surfaces were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized after each use or following activities where contamination may have occurred. Food contact surfaces — including cutting boards, utensils, prep tables, and equipment — are required to be cleaned and sanitized at defined intervals to prevent cross-contamination between food items and potential exposure to pathogens.

Both violations are classified as critical, meaning they represent conditions with a direct link to foodborne illness risk under DOHMH inspection protocol.

Food Safety Context

Under NYC Health Code Article 81, food service establishments are required to maintain cold TCS foods at or below 41°F unless those items are actively undergoing necessary preparation. The requirement exists to slow the growth of bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria, and E. coli, which can multiply rapidly in the "temperature danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F.

The FDA Food Code, which forms the basis for New York City's food safety regulations, similarly identifies improper temperature control and inadequate surface sanitation as high-priority risk factors in food preparation environments. Sanitization of food contact surfaces requires a three-step process — wash, rinse, and sanitize — using approved chemical concentrations or heat methods at appropriate intervals.

DOHMH inspectors are authorized to order an establishment closed when violations are identified that pose an immediate public health hazard. A closure order requires the establishment to correct the cited conditions before it can reopen and resume service.

Inspection History

Capri II Pizza's recent inspection record shows significant variability over the past several years:

  • April 22, 2025: Score 13 (Grade A)
  • January 8, 2025: Score 33
  • February 14, 2024: Score 18 (Grade B)
  • March 16, 2023: Score 21

As recently as April 2025, the location earned a score of 13 — a Grade A result that placed it among the better-performing establishments in the city. The jump to a score of 69 on the most recent inspection represents a substantial change from that prior result. The January 2025 inspection, which produced a score of 33, suggests the location had already encountered compliance challenges in the months before its most recent Grade A.

The inspection record does not indicate whether the location was previously closed by DOHMH prior to the July 8, 2026 action.

Understanding NYC Restaurant Grades

New York City's letter grading system for restaurants is based on the numerical score assigned at each inspection. Scores reflect the number of points assessed for violations found, with more serious violations carrying higher point values:

  • Grade A: Score of 0 to 13 points
  • Grade B: Score of 14 to 27 points
  • Grade C: Score of 28 points or higher

A score of 69 falls well above the Grade C threshold. Establishments that receive a Grade B or C at their initial inspection are typically given the opportunity to be re-inspected, at which point a grade card is posted. Establishments subject to a closure order must resolve the conditions that prompted the closure before operations resume.

Closure does not necessarily indicate permanent shutdown. DOHMH closure orders are lifted once inspectors verify that the violations requiring immediate action have been corrected and the establishment is safe to reopen.

Additional Information

Inspection records for all New York City food service establishments are available through the DOHMH Restaurant Inspection Results database, accessible at the NYC Open Data portal. The public database is updated regularly and includes scores, violation codes, and action history for each location.

Residents with concerns about food safety conditions at a restaurant may file a complaint with DOHMH through NYC 311, available by phone or online.

More About This Restaurant

View the full inspection history for Capri Ii Pizza including all past inspections, violations, and grade changes.