EXCLUSIVE PIZZA

SCORE: 17 POINTS

Tuesday, April 19, 2022

Overview

EXCLUSIVE PIZZA in Washington Heights (North) underwent a NYC health inspection on April 19, 2022 and scored 17 points. The inspection found 4 violations, including 4 critical.

Address
810 WEST 181 STREET
Manhattan, NY 10033
Cuisine
Pizza
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations
4 total
⚠ 4 critical
Facility History
5 inspections
1 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 02A

Food not cooked to required minimum temperature

Food not cooked to required minimum temperature.

⚠️ Why This Matters

Undercooked food is a leading cause of foodborne illness, potentially causing severe illness or death

📋 Code Requirements

Cook to minimum temps: Poultry 165°F, Ground meat 158°F, Pork/Beef/Lamb 145°F, Eggs 145°F, Fish 145°F

CDC Risk Factor: Inadequate Cooking
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.09
⚠ CRITICAL 06A

Personal cleanliness inadequate

Personal cleanliness inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn in an area where food is prepared.

⚠️ Why This Matters

Poor hygiene transfers pathogens; contaminated clothing spreads bacteria throughout facility

📋 Code Requirements

Clean outer garments; hair restraints; no jewelry; short, clean fingernails; no nail polish

CDC Risk Factor: Poor Personal Hygiene
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.13
⚠ CRITICAL 10A

NYC Health Code Violation 10A

Toilet facility not maintained and provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle and self-closing door.

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 10A to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.

📋 Code Requirements

Follow NYC Health Code Article 81 requirements. Implement corrective action immediately. Document all corrections. Train staff on proper procedures. Schedule follow-up inspection if critical.

⚠ CRITICAL 20D

NYC Health Code Violation 20D

“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.

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 20D to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.

📋 Code Requirements

Follow NYC Health Code Article 81 requirements. Implement corrective action immediately. Document all corrections. Train staff on proper procedures. Schedule follow-up inspection if critical.

Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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EXCLUSIVE PIZZA — Inspection Questions

Did EXCLUSIVE PIZZA pass their NYC health inspection on April 19, 2022?
EXCLUSIVE PIZZA underwent inspection on April 19, 2022 with a score of 17 points. The inspection found 4 violation(s).
What critical violations did EXCLUSIVE PIZZA have?
EXCLUSIVE PIZZA had 4 critical violation(s) during their inspection. Critical violations directly contribute to foodborne illness and must be corrected immediately. These include issues with temperature control, hand washing, cross-contamination, and pest infestations.
What does violation code 02A mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 02A (Food not cooked to required minimum temperature) is a critical violation. All potentially hazardous foods must be cooked to proper internal temperatures to kill harmful bacteria Undercooked food is a leading cause of foodborne illness, potentially causing severe illness or death
What does violation code 06A mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 06A (Personal cleanliness inadequate) is a critical violation. Food workers must maintain high standards of personal cleanliness Poor hygiene transfers pathogens; contaminated clothing spreads bacteria throughout facility
What does violation code 10A mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 10A (NYC Health Code Violation 10A) is a critical violation. Violation of NYC Health Code requirements HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 10A to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.
What does violation code 20D mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 20D (NYC Health Code Violation 20D) is a critical violation. Violation of NYC Health Code requirements HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 20D to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.