Balasco's Pizzeria
Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026
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Score
Across the available record, Balasco's Pizzeria has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent report on file is from Jan 21, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
The most recent inspection cleaned up several issues, finishing with eight violations after nine on the prior visit.
Food properly labeled comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
That's lower than the typical Warren restaurant, which scores around 90. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 21, 2026
Routine
3 major violations. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Deli meats observed not marked with the date of preparation/slicing. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared/sliced in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation/slicing.
3-501.17
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Desserts packaged in the food establishment are lacking labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address. Establishment is to move dessert case behind the counter or contact supplier for proper labels.
3-602.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served. Establishment must register an employee certified in food safety management with RIDOH Center for Food Protection as the Certified Food Safety Manager. Application provided.
2-102.12(A)
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: An open employees' beverage container was observed stored in a food preparation area. Employees shall not drink from open beverage containers in order to prevent contamination of their hands, the container, and exposed food.
2-401.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located at the entrance, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors. New threshold is on-site and must be installed to make a tight seal.
6-202.15
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the shelving in the prep units have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. These areas must be cleaned.
4-602.13
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: Areas of the ceiling in the kitchen are covered with tiles that are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable. Tiles are heavily soiled and unable to be cleaned effectively. Ceiling tiles are to be replaced.
6-201.11
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Jan 16, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Faucet of 3-bay sink observed in poor repair. Electrical tape observed around the faucet. Tape is not smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent. Faucet is to be properly repaired.
5-205.15
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Metal pitcher observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener, slicer) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in refrigeration unit(s). Cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.
4-203.12
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Desserts packaged in the food establishment are lacking labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address.
3-602.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served. Establishment does not have an employee certified in food safety management that is registered with RIDOH Center for Food Protection.
2-102.12
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located at the entrance, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets of the walk-in cooler and prep units were observed in poor repair, splitting away from the doors. Gaskets are to be replaced.
4-501.11
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: Individual cutting boards and prep unit cutting boards are very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.
4-501.12
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the kitchen is covered with tiles that are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable. Tiles are heavily stained and must be replaced.
6-101.11
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Oct 29, 2024
Opening
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: The faucet of the 3-bay sink observed with electrical tape. Tape is not smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent. Faucet must be properly repaired.
5-205.15
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Desserts packaged in the food establishment are lacking labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address. Per interview, the dessert refrigerator will be relocated to behind the service counter.
3-602.11
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the 3-bay sink. Test strips must be obtained.
4-302.14
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets of the pizza prep unit and the walk-in cooler were observed in poor repair, splitting away from the doors. Gaskets are to be replaced.
4-501.11
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the kitchen area is covered with tiles that are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable. They are heavily stained and must be replaced.
6-101.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located at the entrance, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: The individual cutting boards as well as the prep unit cutting boards are very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.
4-501.12
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Balasco's Pizzeria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Balasco's Pizzeria on file is from Jan 21, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Balasco's Pizzeria?
Across the inspection record, food properly labeled has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Balasco's Pizzeria.
How does Balasco's Pizzeria compare to other restaurants in Warren?
Balasco's Pizzeria most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Warren average of 90.
Has Balasco's Pizzeria's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Balasco's Pizzeria have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around eight violations compared to about nine previously.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Balasco's Pizzeria means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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