New York City, NY - Multiple violations were discovered at Da Francesco Pizza & Cucina during a health inspection on 08/06/2025.
The establishment operates from 552 Grand Street Brooklyn Ny in Williamsburg, a busy area of New York City known for its dining scene.
The inspection report documents: "05d. No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non." Health officials note that these violations need attention to maintain proper compliance.
The inspection identified violations related to pest control, an important area of food safety.
Pest control violations represent some of the most significant infractions in food service inspections According to FDA Pest Control Guidelines, Federal food safety regulations require all food service establishments to maintain comprehensive pest exclusion programs. This regulatory framework ensures that food service establishments meet rigorous safety standards.
The inspection identified violations related to sanitation, an important area of food safety.
Industry best practices require establishments to maintain rigorous cleaning schedules and equipment maintenance Research conducted by federal health agencies demonstrates that Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. The Food Safety Modernization Act provides comprehensive guidance for preventing such violations.
The inspection found infractions involving hand washing, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.
Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate hand washing procedures. As outlined in FDA Hand Washing Standards, The CDC emphasizes that inadequate hand washing contributes to approximately 89% of foodborne illness outbreaks. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.
The implications extend to broader community food safety standards. Health department data shows that correction of violations helps maintain community health standards.
Local regulatory authorities have ordered that Da Francesco Pizza & Cucina swiftly remediate the documented deficiencies before reopening to customers. Additional review is planned to confirm remediation.
This incident highlights the critical importance of rigorous food safety protocols in commercial food service. Local residents are encouraged to review public inspection records when making dining decisions.
| Longitude | -73.949670679491 |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection |
| STREET | GRAND STREET |
| Council District | 34 |
| BORO | Brooklyn |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Pizza |
| ZIPCODE | 11211 |
| GRADE DATE | 08/06/2025 |
| Census Tract | 051300 |
| Community Board | 301 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| INSPECTION DATE | 08/06/2025 |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| PHONE | 7183491627 |
| VIOLATION CODE | 05D |
| BUILDING | 552 |
| CRITICAL FLAG | Critical |
| BIN | 3069506 |
| VIOLATION DESCRIPTION | No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation; food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible; obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device. |
| GRADE | A |
| NTA | BK73 |
| CAMIS | 50164601 |
| Latitude | 40.711078284938 |
| BBL | 3027850023 |
| SCORE | 10 |
| DBA | DA FRANCESCO PIZZA & CUCINA |
This inspection was conducted on August 6, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device..
Health code violations can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Common concerns include improper food temperatures (which can allow bacteria growth), inadequate handwashing facilities (which can spread germs), pest activity (which can contaminate food), and cross-contamination risks. These violations are monitored by health departments to ensure public safety and prevent foodborne illness outbreaks.
All inspection data for this report is sourced directly from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene . View the original data source .
Food safety standards referenced in this report are based on:
Important Note: This article is based on official inspection reports at the time of inspection. Current conditions may differ. Always check the most recent inspection results before dining. Establishments have the opportunity to correct violations and request re-inspection.
