DESI PIZZA in South Richmond Hill
⚠️ This facility has been closed 2 times by the NYC Health Department
Latest: GRADE Z
Last inspected Feb 19, 2026
📍 111-03 101 AVENUE, Queens, NY 11419 ·
🍽️ Indian
Overview
Desi Pizza in South Richmond Hill has been subject to 2 emergency closures by NYC DOHMH inspectors since 2025. The restaurant currently holds a Grade Z designation with a score of 74 points across 8 inspections recorded between 2025 and 2026.
8
Inspections on Record
Grade Z
Current Grade
2
Closures
DESI PIZZA in South Richmond Hill: Emergency Closures (2)
DESI PIZZA in South Richmond Hill: Full Inspection History (8 records)
Feb 19, 2026
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
Feb 19, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 16
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
Nov 21, 2025
— Pre-permit (Operational) / 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
🚫 CLOSURE
Nov 14, 2025
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection
Score: 64
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of foo...
🚫 CLOSURE
Nov 14, 2025
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection
Score: 64
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
GRADE Z
Oct 30, 2025
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Score: 74
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or accepta...
Jul 7, 2025
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not pro...
Jul 7, 2025
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 64
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Establishment is not free of harbora...
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DESI PIZZA in South Richmond Hill: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was DESI PIZZA last inspected?
- DESI PIZZA was last inspected on February 19, 2026 (Grade Z).
- What is DESI PIZZA's current health grade?
- DESI PIZZA currently holds a Grade Z.
- How many times has DESI PIZZA been closed by NYC Health?
- DESI PIZZA has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 2 times. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions that pose an immediate public health hazard.
- How many health inspections has DESI PIZZA had?
- DESI PIZZA has 8 health inspections on record from July 2025 through February 2026.
- What was the worst inspection score at DESI PIZZA?
- The worst inspection score recorded at DESI PIZZA was 74 points on October 30, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.