Peppino's
7708 3 AVENUE, Brooklyn, 11209
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (1 year ago). Details below.
Last inspected Dec 27, 2024 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Dec 27, 2024
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
CriticalA cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
Lighting fixture located over, by or within food storage, preparation, service or display facility, and facility where utensils and equipment are cleaned and stored, which may shatter due to extreme heat, temperature changes or accidental contact; not fitted with shatterproof bulb or shielded and encased, with end caps or other device.
Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 27, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 4 (1 critical) |
| Jan 31, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 6 (3 critical) |
| Feb 22, 2023 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Apr 8, 2022 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection | 1 |
| Mar 31, 2022 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 6 (4 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 3×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 3×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 1 recent 311 complaint filed at this address.
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