Brooklyn, NY — Pakiza Restaurant, a Pakistani restaurant located at 1032 Coney Island Avenue in Brooklyn, was closed by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) following an inspection conducted on January 5, 2026. The establishment received a score of 82, well above the 28-point threshold for a Grade C rating. The inspection data was released by DOHMH on January 7, 2026.
The closure was carried out under DOHMH authority, with the agency noting that violations were cited and those requiring immediate action were addressed.
What Inspectors Found
During the January 5, 2026 inspection, inspectors documented one non-critical violation at the Coney Island Avenue location:
- Code 10F: Non-food contact surfaces or equipment were found to be 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.
This violation pertains to the condition and maintenance of surfaces and equipment that do not come into direct contact with food but are still required to meet sanitary standards under NYC health regulations. While classified as non-critical, the overall inspection score of 82 points indicates that the conditions observed during the inspection were significant enough to warrant closure by DOHMH.
It should be noted that the score of 82 with only one non-critical violation listed in the public data may reflect additional conditions documented during the inspection that contributed to the total point assessment. DOHMH inspection scores are cumulative, and the publicly available violation data may not capture every detail recorded during an on-site visit.
Food Safety Context
NYC restaurant inspections are governed by NYC Health Code Article 81, which establishes the sanitary standards that all food service establishments must meet. The inspection process is aligned with the FDA Food Code, which provides science-based guidance for food safety practices at the retail level.
Under the NYC inspection system, points are assigned for each violation identified, with more serious violations receiving higher point values. A score of 0 to 13 points qualifies for a Grade A, 14 to 27 points for a Grade B, and 28 or more points for a Grade C. DOHMH has the authority to close an establishment when conditions present an imminent threat to public health or when the severity of violations warrants immediate action.
The maintenance of non-food contact surfaces, while sometimes overlooked, plays an important role in overall food safety. Equipment and surfaces that are not properly cleaned or sealed can harbor bacteria and pests, creating conditions that may eventually affect food safety. The FDA Food Code recommends that all surfaces within a food establishment be designed, constructed, and maintained to be smooth, durable, and easily cleanable.
Inspection History
Pakiza Restaurant's inspection record shows a pattern of generally compliant operations prior to the January 2026 closure. The following is the establishment's documented inspection history:
- January 14, 2026: Score 2, Grade Z (reopened)
- January 13, 2026: Score 13 (closed)
- January 5, 2026: Score 82, Grade C (closed — this inspection)
- December 30, 2024: Score 13, Grade A
- October 28, 2024: Score 29
- April 12, 2023: Score 11, Grade A
- March 18, 2022: Score 4
- February 28, 2022: Score 0, Grade A
The restaurant's history shows consistent Grade A scores in 2022 and 2023, with scores of 0, 4, and 11 during that period. The December 30, 2024 inspection resulted in a score of 13, which still qualified for a Grade A. However, the October 28, 2024 inspection had recorded a score of 29, which would have placed the restaurant in Grade C territory.
Following the January 5, 2026 closure, DOHMH records indicate the restaurant was closed again on January 13, 2026 with a score of 13, and subsequently reopened on January 14, 2026 with a score of 2 and a Grade Z designation, which typically indicates a re-inspection following a closure. The rapid reopening suggests the restaurant addressed the conditions that led to the initial closure.
Understanding NYC Restaurant Grades
The NYC restaurant grading system, administered by DOHMH, assigns letter grades based on inspection scores:
- Grade A: 0 to 13 points
- Grade B: 14 to 27 points
- Grade C: 28 or more points
Restaurants that receive a Grade B or C on an initial inspection may request a re-inspection. A Grade Z is assigned as a placeholder during the adjudication process or following a re-inspection after closure.
Consumers can look up any restaurant's inspection history through the DOHMH online database or the NYC Open Data portal. Inspection results are public records and are updated regularly as new inspections are completed.
For questions about food safety or to report concerns about a food establishment, residents can contact DOHMH through the NYC 311 system by calling 311 or visiting the 311 website.
More About This Restaurant
View the full inspection history for Pakiza Restaurant including all past inspections, violations, and grade changes.