Crustys Pizza

1331 Warwick Ave, Warwick, RI 02888
Pizza
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Oct 2, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Crustys Pizza has six inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent report on file is from Oct 2, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The trend has been moving in the right direction: eight violations last time, three this time.

The most common issue across all inspections has been adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible, showing up four times.

Crustys Pizza's latest score of 82 falls below the Warwick average of 86. The record reflects steady performance over time.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 2, 2025
Re-Inspection
2 major violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the hand-washing sink in the kitchen lacking paper towels. Staff refilled paper towel dispenser at time of inspection.
5-205.11
Person in charge not present
Inspector notes: No person certified in food safety was present as needed at the time of inspection.
2-101.11
82
Sep 18, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
Inspector notes: Marinara sauce, which was prepared in advance, was not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours.
3-501.14
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener) were observed with an food debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. PIC place can opener in 3-bay sink to wash, rinse and sanitizer.
4-601.11(A)
Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Per interview of (PIC), (sauce) was placed hot in the refrigerator in containers greater than four inches deep to cool on 9/17/2025. Observed marinara at 46-49 degrees Fahrenheit located in walk-in cooler 9/18/2025. PIC voluntarily disposed of marinara sauce.
3-501.15
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Certified FMC 22349 has expired as of 4/22/25 license must be renewed.
2-102.12(A)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed the non-food contact surfaces of the (fan covers) have an accumulation of dust, and other debris located in walk-in cooler.
4-602.13
64
Dec 4, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Insufficient number of handwashing sinks
Inspector notes: The front food prep/service area is lacking a hand-washing sink and does not have a hand-washing sink that is conveniently located and/or readily accessible. Hand-washing sinks must be located to allow convenient use by employees in food preparation, food dispensing, and ware-washing areas. A hand sink is to be added to the front food prep/service area. Per the owner, information regarding hand sink is to be submitted by next week. Inspector contact information left with PIC at the time of inspection.
5-203.11
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the back prep area is covered with a swirled textured coating that is not smooth/durable/easily cleanable. Ceiling is to be recoated with a smooth surface and properly sealed. At the time of inspection, the owner on site stated currently working with a plumber for possible solution for hand sink. Per the PIC, information to be submitted via email by next week.
6-101.11
86
Oct 30, 2024
Re-Inspection
2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Insufficient number of handwashing sinks
Inspector notes: The front food prep/service area is lacking a hand-washing sink and does not have a hand-washing sink that is conveniently located and/or readily accessible. Hand-washing sinks must be located to allow convenient use by employees in food preparation, food dispensing, and ware-washing areas. A hand sink is to be added to the front food prep/service area. PIC or Owner is to contact inspector with a plan of action within 10 days from re-inspection. Inspector contact information left with PIC at the time of inspection.
5-203.11
Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Prepared food items throughout refrigeration were observed to be lacking date marking. Food prepared on site are to be properly date marked with the date of preparation. (Per the PIC, all prepped items were recently prepared same day as inspection.) Items dated same day
3-501.17
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The condensate from the walk-in cooler was observed to be draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other non-sewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-403.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The deli slicer was observed to be in need of repair/adjustment. The deli slicer is missing a handle to properly adjust the machine setting. Per the PIC, a new slicer/part is on order.
4-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, the wall above the food slicer/prep area is open and exposing the inner wall area. Per the PIC, the opening is to be filled/sealed with a vent cover.
6-501.11
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the back prep area is covered with a swirled textured coating that is not smooth/durable/easily cleanable. Ceiling is to be recoated with a smooth surface and properly sealed.
6-101.11
67
Oct 8, 2024
Routine
7 major violations. 7 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 14 violations
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, the establishment did not have an employee certified in food safety available/on duty at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served. PIC is to ensure extra staff are certified in food safety when the certified food safety manager cannot be or is not on site.
2-103.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the employee bathroom was lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
No soap available at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the employee bathroom. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.
6-301.11
Insufficient number of handwashing sinks
Inspector notes: The front food prep/service area is lacking a hand-washing sink and does not have a hand-washing sink that is conveniently located and/or readily accessible. Hand-washing sinks must be located to allow convenient use by employees in food preparation, food dispensing, and ware-washing areas. A hand sink is to be added to the front food prep/service area.
5-203.11
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener and strainer) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Equipment was moved to the dish area for proper cleaning at the time of inspection. (If the equipment is no longer cleanable, equipment is to be discarded as needed.)
4-601.11(A)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, food items in the sandwich prep unit were observed held at 44 to 46 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per the PIC at the time of inspection, the lid to the prep unit was open a lot during lunch. Food items were moved to colder refrigeration at the time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Prepared food items throughout refrigeration were observed to be lacking date marking. Food prepared on site are to be properly date marked with the date of preparation. (Per the PIC, all prepped items were recently prepared no longer than 7 days ago.)
3-501.17
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: The condensate from the walk-in cooler was observed to be draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other non-sewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-403.12
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The walls, wall fixtures/attachments and floor in food prep and service areas behind and under equipment, as well as the walk-in cooler, were observed to have an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The following areas of the physical facilities were observed to be in need of repair... - The wall in the bathroom behind the toilet is open and exposing the iner wall structure - The wall above the food slicer/prep area is open and exposing the inner wall area - Shelving under the food prep area are worn The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, metal pieces of the scrubbing pad at the dish area were observed to be stuck to a knife in the clean knife holder. Metal scrubbing pads are to be discarded as needed when metal is frayed and/or coming off onto equipment.
3-307.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
Inspector notes: Bowls and/or portion cups were observed in containers of dry ingredients being used as scoops. Utensils used to dispense non-time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods such as sugar and flour must be stored in the food item with their handles above the top of the food within the container.
3-304.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following equipment in the facility were observed to be in poor repair... - A strainer in the back storage area was observed to have frayed/broken wires - The deli slicer was observed to be missing a handle to properly adjust the machine setting - A knife at the clean knife holder was observed to have a melted handle which is no longer easily cleanable Equipment is to be maintained in good repair
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following equipment were observed to have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris... - Refrigeration equipment throughout (shelving, shelving coverings, gaskets, internal surfaces, external surfaces) - Storage shelving - Food storage containers - Mixer - Can Opener - Deli Slicer - Walk-In Cooler Fan Shrouds Non-FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
4-602.13
35
Jun 15, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Insufficient number of handwashing sinks
Inspector notes: The front prep area does not have a hand-washing sink that is conveniently located and/or readily accessible. Hand-washing sinks must be located to allow convenient use by employees in food preparation, food dispensing, and ware-washing areas. PIC to email inspector with proof of addition of hand sink.
5-203.11
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Bagged pasta was observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.
3-501.17
Outer openings not protected against pests (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The door to the outside in the back prep area was propped open. Outer openings of an establishment shall be protected from the entry of rodents.
6-202.15
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The handle on the hand sink next to the 3-bay was not in good repair. (Handle was missing.) Handle to be replaced.
4-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Crustys Pizza last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Crustys Pizza on file is from Oct 2, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Crustys Pizza?

Across the inspection record, adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Crustys Pizza.

How does Crustys Pizza compare to other restaurants in Warwick?

Crustys Pizza most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Warwick average of 86.

Has Crustys Pizza's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Crustys Pizza have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around three violations compared to about eight previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Crustys Pizza means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Crustys Pizza inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Crustys Pizza is inspected around three times per year on average.