El Centenario Pizza
57 EAST 18 STREET, Brooklyn, 11226
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (5 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Feb 9, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Feb 9, 2026
Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
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.
CriticalA staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
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.
A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
“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.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 9, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (1 critical) |
| Oct 1, 2024 | Grade A | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
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