Queens, NY — D'angelo's Pizzeria and Restaurant at 63-27 108 Street received a Grade C rating after a health inspection conducted on March 9, 2026, according to data released by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene on March 11. The establishment scored 44 points, placing it in the Grade C category for restaurants with 28 or more violation points.

The inspection resulted in violations being cited, though the restaurant was not ordered to close and remains open to the public. Health officials documented one non-critical violation during the inspection.

What Inspectors Found

During the March 2026 inspection, health officials cited the establishment under violation code 10B, which addresses plumbing and drainage requirements. The inspection report documented issues related to anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention devices, equipment or floor drainage, sewage disposal system functionality, and improper disposal of condensation or liquid waste.

This violation falls under the non-critical category but contributed to the establishment's elevated point total. The specific citation indicates that required back-flow prevention equipment was not provided where mandated, or that drainage systems were not functioning according to health code standards, or that the sewage disposal system required repair.

Food Safety Context

New York City restaurants operate under NYC Health Code Article 81, which establishes requirements for food service establishment sanitation and safety. Proper plumbing and drainage systems serve as critical infrastructure for preventing contamination and maintaining sanitary conditions in food preparation areas.

Back-flow prevention devices protect potable water supplies from contamination by preventing reverse flow of water that may have come into contact with food products, chemicals, or waste. Proper drainage prevents standing water that can harbor bacteria and create unsanitary conditions. These requirements align with FDA Food Code standards adopted by jurisdictions nationwide.

While the documented violation was classified as non-critical, plumbing and drainage deficiencies can create conditions that compromise food safety if left unaddressed. The accumulation of 44 points indicates multiple infractions or repeat violations during the inspection cycle.

Inspection History

D'angelo's Pizzeria and Restaurant has an established inspection record with the Department of Health:

  • November 17, 2024: Score 12 (Grade A)
  • April 10, 2023: Score 12 (Grade A)
  • November 21, 2022: Score 38 (no grade recorded)
  • January 31, 2022: Score 8 (Grade A)

The establishment maintained Grade A status in its two most recent inspections prior to March 2026, with scores of 12 points in both November 2024 and April 2023. The current score of 44 points represents a significant increase from the establishment's recent inspection performance. A previous inspection in November 2022 resulted in a score of 38 points, also in the Grade C range.

Understanding NYC Restaurant Grades

New York City assigns letter grades to restaurants based on points accumulated during health inspections, with fewer points indicating better compliance:

  • Grade A: 0-13 points
  • Grade B: 14-27 points
  • Grade C: 28 or more points

Restaurants scoring 28 or more points receive a Grade C and may request a re-inspection to improve their grade. Establishments that fail to correct violations or accumulate high point totals in subsequent inspections may face additional enforcement actions.

The grading system provides transparency to consumers about restaurant compliance with health and safety standards. All inspection results are publicly available through the city's online restaurant inspection database.

D'angelo's Pizzeria and Restaurant has been cited for violations but remains operational. The establishment can request a re-inspection to address the documented deficiencies and potentially improve its grade.

For current restaurant inspection information, consumers can visit the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene website or check the posted grade certificate displayed at the establishment entrance.

More About This Restaurant

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