V & S PIZZERIA OF SHEAPSHEAD BAY

SCORE: 21 POINTS

Thursday, July 29, 2021

Overview

V & S PIZZERIA OF SHEAPSHEAD BAY in Sheepshead Bay Manhattan Beach Gerritsen Beach underwent a NYC health inspection on July 29, 2021 and scored 21 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
1723 EMMONS AVENUE
Brooklyn, NY 11235
Cuisine
Pizza
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
5 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 02H

Food Not Cooled by Approved Method

Food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal product temperature is reduced from 140º F to 70º F or less within 2 hours, and from 70º F to 41º F or less within 4 additional hours.

⚠️ Why This Matters

TOXIN PRODUCTION: Slow cooling is the #1 cause of foodborne outbreaks. Clostridium perfringens spores survive cooking and germinate during slow cooling, producing heat-stable toxin. Causes 'buffet illness' affecting hundreds at events. Staph aureus produces toxin that CANNOT be destroyed by reheating.

📋 Code Requirements

Cool using approved methods: Shallow pans (2 inches max depth), Ice baths with frequent stirring, Ice paddles, Blast chillers, Cut large items into portions. NEVER cool at room temperature. NEVER stack hot containers. Document cooling times and temperatures.

CDC Risk Factor: Improper Cooling - Leading Cause of Outbreaks
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.09(d)
Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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V & S PIZZERIA OF SHEAPSHEAD BAY — Inspection Questions

Did V & S PIZZERIA OF SHEAPSHEAD BAY pass their NYC health inspection on July 29, 2021?
V & S PIZZERIA OF SHEAPSHEAD BAY underwent inspection on July 29, 2021 with a score of 21 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did V & S PIZZERIA OF SHEAPSHEAD BAY have?
V & S PIZZERIA OF SHEAPSHEAD BAY had 1 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 02H mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 02H (Food Not Cooled by Approved Method) is a critical violation. Cooked foods must be rapidly cooled from 140°F to 70°F within 2 hours, then to 41°F within 4 additional hours. TOXIN PRODUCTION: Slow cooling is the #1 cause of foodborne outbreaks. Clostridium perfringens spores survive cooking and germinate during slow cooling, producing heat-stable toxin. Causes 'buffet illness' affecting hundreds at events. Staph aureus produces toxin that CANNOT be destroyed by reheating.