SAMS FAMOUS PIZZA in East Harlem (North)
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Nov 14, 2025
📍 150 EAST 116 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10029 ·
🍽️ Pizza
Overview
Sams Famous Pizza in East Harlem holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, scoring 7 points on its most recent inspection. The restaurant has been inspected 5 times since 2023, with Grade A on 3 occasions, one Grade C result, and no emergency closures on record.
5
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
3
Grade A Inspections
SAMS FAMOUS PIZZA in East Harlem (North): Full Inspection History (5 records)
GRADE A
Nov 14, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 7
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Violations:
02B
GRADE C
Jul 14, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Re-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.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment...
Jun 4, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 31
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparat...
GRADE A
Jun 18, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 12
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
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...
GRADE A
Mar 8, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 7
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.
Violations:
02G
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SAMS FAMOUS PIZZA in East Harlem (North): Frequently Asked Questions
- When was SAMS FAMOUS PIZZA last inspected?
- SAMS FAMOUS PIZZA was last inspected on November 14, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 7 points.
- What is SAMS FAMOUS PIZZA's current health grade?
- SAMS FAMOUS PIZZA currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has SAMS FAMOUS PIZZA had?
- SAMS FAMOUS PIZZA has 5 health inspections on record from March 2023 through November 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 3 occasions. Grade C on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at SAMS FAMOUS PIZZA?
- The worst inspection score recorded at SAMS FAMOUS PIZZA was 31 points on June 4, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has SAMS FAMOUS PIZZA ever received a Grade C?
- Yes. SAMS FAMOUS PIZZA has received a Grade C on 1 inspection. A Grade C means a score of 28 or more points.