Manhattan, NY — One Fifty Fresh Pizza 40Th St, located at 143 West 40th Street, received a Grade B health rating with a score of 23 points following a New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) inspection conducted on March 9, 2026. The establishment was cited for violations and remains open for business.

The Grade B score places the restaurant near the upper end of the B range, just four points below the Grade C threshold of 28 points. This represents a notable decline from the establishment's previous inspection in November 2024, when it earned a Grade A rating with a score of 12 points.

What Inspectors Found

Health inspectors documented one non-critical violation during the March 2026 inspection. The citation involved equipment and surface maintenance issues under violation code 10F. Inspectors noted that non-food contact surfaces or equipment were 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.

While this violation did not involve direct food contact surfaces, proper equipment maintenance is essential for preventing pest harborage, bacterial growth, and cross-contamination in food preparation environments. Equipment that cannot be adequately cleaned creates conditions where pathogens and allergens can accumulate over time.

Food Safety Context

The violation cited falls under NYC Health Code Article 81, which establishes standards for food service establishment operations and equipment. The regulation requires that all equipment and non-food contact surfaces be constructed of smooth, easily cleanable materials and designed to prevent pest access and facilitate thorough sanitation.

According to FDA Food Code standards, equipment design and maintenance directly impact a facility's ability to maintain sanitary conditions. Surfaces that cannot be properly cleaned compromise the effectiveness of routine sanitation procedures, potentially affecting overall food safety even when food contact surfaces remain compliant.

The 23-point score reflects the severity weighting assigned to equipment maintenance violations under the city's inspection scoring system. While no critical violations were documented during this inspection, the accumulation of points from non-critical issues resulted in the Grade B classification.

Inspection History

The restaurant's inspection record shows:

  • March 9, 2026: Score 23 (Grade B), violations cited
  • November 20, 2024: Score 12 (Grade A)

The establishment maintained an A rating for approximately 16 months before the recent inspection. The transition from a 12-point to 23-point score indicates a decline in compliance with health code standards between inspection cycles.

Understanding NYC Restaurant Grades

New York City's restaurant grading system assigns letter grades based on inspection scores:

  • Grade A: 0-13 points (fewest violations)
  • Grade B: 14-27 points (moderate violations)
  • Grade C: 28 or more points (most violations)

Lower scores indicate better compliance with health and safety regulations. The current 23-point score places this establishment in the upper range of Grade B, approaching Grade C territory.

Data and Public Records

This inspection was conducted on March 9, 2026, with data released by DOHMH on March 11, 2026. New York City restaurant inspection results are public records available through the DOHMH website. Consumers can access current and historical inspection data, violation details, and grade information for all food service establishments operating in the five boroughs.

The DOHMH conducts unannounced inspections of food service establishments at least once per year, with additional inspections triggered by complaints or follow-up requirements.

More About This Restaurant

View the full inspection history for One Fifty Fresh Pizza 40Th St including all past inspections, violations, and grade changes.