Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
7
Last inspection
October 23, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
5 / 2
Der Pioneer currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on October 23, 2025 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 7 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Non-Critical
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
October 23, 2025
- Date
- October 23, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 7
- Critical points
- 5
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Oct 23, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 1, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 12, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Der Pioneer has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: October 2025 and July 2024. Its latest score was 7, slightly higher than its July 2024 score of 2.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Der Pioneer's latest score: 7
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Der Pioneer's current NYC health grade?
Der Pioneer currently has a A grade.
When was Der Pioneer last inspected?
Der Pioneer was last inspected on October 23, 2025.
What was Der Pioneer's latest inspection score?
Der Pioneer's latest inspection score was 7 points.
How many violations did Der Pioneer have in its latest inspection?
Der Pioneer had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Der Pioneer located?
Der Pioneer is located at 737 Church Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11218.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 50057744
Last updated: June 26, 2026