GRANDMA PIZZA in Washington Heights (North)

⚠️ This facility has been closed 1 time by the NYC Health Department
Latest: GRADE A Last inspected Dec 2, 2025
📍 2551 AMSTERDAM AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10033  ·  🍽️ Pizza
Overview

Grandma Pizza in Washington Heights holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH with a score of 12 points. The restaurant has been subject to 1 emergency closure since 2023 and shows mixed results across 10 inspections, with 2 Grade A results, 1 Grade C result, and no Grade B inspections on record.

10
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
1
Closure
2
Grade A Inspections

GRANDMA PIZZA in Washington Heights (North): Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for GRANDMA PIZZA
Date Grade Score Type
Jul 9, 2025 CLOSED 75 Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

GRANDMA PIZZA in Washington Heights (North): Full Inspection History (10 records)

GRADE A Dec 2, 2025 — Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 12
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of. Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food ...
Violations: 10B 04L 08A
Oct 22, 2025 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 24
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas. Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced ...
Violations: 04L 08A 02G 10B
GRADE Z Jul 11, 2025 — Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 3
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
Jul 9, 2025 — Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (RO...
Violations: 20-06 08A 02G 06C 04L 05F
🚫 CLOSURE Jul 9, 2025 — Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 75
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Violations: 08A
Apr 8, 2025 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 26
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. Current letter grade or Grade Pendin...
Violations: 02B 10F 20-06 04L 10B 06A 08A
Apr 8, 2025 — Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
Violations: 20-06
GRADE C Nov 13, 2024 — Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 32
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, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination du...
Violations: 10F 06C 02G 08A 10B 04L
May 22, 2024 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 18
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation. Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive ...
Violations: 02G 08A 04L
GRADE A Jan 13, 2023 — Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 9
Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device. Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held ab...
Violations: 10H 02G
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GRANDMA PIZZA in Washington Heights (North): Frequently Asked Questions

When was GRANDMA PIZZA last inspected?
GRANDMA PIZZA was last inspected on December 2, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 12 points.
What is GRANDMA PIZZA's current health grade?
GRANDMA PIZZA currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
How many times has GRANDMA PIZZA been closed by NYC Health?
GRANDMA PIZZA has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 1 time. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions that pose an immediate public health hazard.
How many health inspections has GRANDMA PIZZA had?
GRANDMA PIZZA has 10 health inspections on record from January 2023 through December 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions. Grade C on 1 occasion.
What was the worst inspection score at GRANDMA PIZZA?
The worst inspection score recorded at GRANDMA PIZZA was 75 points on July 9, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.