APICIUS PIZZA in Astoria (North) Ditmars Steinway

⚠️ This facility has been closed 3 times by the NYC Health Department
Latest: GRADE A Last inspected Mar 25, 2026
📍 20-72 STEINWAY STREET, Queens, NY 11105  ·  🍽️ Pizza  ·  🚇 Astoria-Ditmars
Overview

Apicius Pizza in Astoria has been subject to 3 emergency closures by NYC DOHMH inspectors since 2024, despite holding a current Grade A with a score of 13. Across 8 inspections between 2024 and 2026, the restaurant has received Grade A on 2 occasions, with no Grade B or C results on record.

8
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
3
Closures
2
Grade A Inspections

APICIUS PIZZA in Astoria (North) Ditmars Steinway: Emergency Closures (3)

Emergency closure history for APICIUS PIZZA
Date Grade Score Type
Sep 3, 2025 CLOSED 50 Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Sep 3, 2025 CLOSED 50 Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Sep 3, 2025 CLOSED Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

APICIUS PIZZA in Astoria (North) Ditmars Steinway: Full Inspection History (8 records)

GRADE A Mar 25, 2026 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 13
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
Violations: 02B 09C
✅ REOPENED Jan 13, 2026 — Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 2
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.
Violations: 10F
Sep 22, 2025 — Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 30
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. Food contact surface, refillable, reusable containers, or equipment improperly const...
Violations: 10F 05C
🚫 CLOSURE Sep 3, 2025 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 50
Food contact surface, refillable, reusable containers, or equipment improperly constructed, placed or maintained. Unacceptable material used. Culinary sink or other acceptable method not provided for washing food. Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food p...
Violations: 05C 06B 02B 28-01 02G
🚫 CLOSURE Sep 3, 2025 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 50
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Violations: 02B
🚫 CLOSURE Sep 3, 2025 — Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Nuisance created or allowed to exist. Facility not free from unsafe, hazardous, offensive or annoying condition.
Violations: 28-01
GRADE A Dec 19, 2024 — Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 12
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. 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.
Violations: 02B 10F
May 20, 2024 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 45
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor. Anti-siphonage or back...
Violations: 06C 10B 02B 05C 10F
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APICIUS PIZZA in Astoria (North) Ditmars Steinway: Frequently Asked Questions

When was APICIUS PIZZA last inspected?
APICIUS PIZZA was last inspected on March 25, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 13 points.
What is APICIUS PIZZA's current health grade?
APICIUS PIZZA currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
How many times has APICIUS PIZZA been closed by NYC Health?
APICIUS PIZZA has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 3 times. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions that pose an immediate public health hazard.
How many health inspections has APICIUS PIZZA had?
APICIUS PIZZA has 8 health inspections on record from May 2024 through March 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions.
What was the worst inspection score at APICIUS PIZZA?
The worst inspection score recorded at APICIUS PIZZA was 50 points on September 3, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.