Cuozzos Casa De Pizza

8 Village Plaza Way North, Scituate, RI 02857

Pizza

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Jan 29, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Cuozzos Casa De Pizza three times, with records going back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 29, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around zero violations compared to roughly eight violations earlier on.

“Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Scituate average 89, so Cuozzos Casa De Pizza is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 29, 2025

Re-Inspection

No violations found.

100

Jan 15, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 9 violations

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Hot water was lacking at the hand sink in the kitchen area. PIC stated there was a leak in the system.

5-205.15

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods were not stored properly to prevent cross-contamination. Except when combined as ingredients, different types of raw animal foods must be separated from each other during storage by using separate equipment or arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented. Inspector observed eggs stored over fish in the rear refrigerator.

3-302.11

Specialized processing method used without required variance

Inspector notes: Establishment is using Time as a Public Health Control without approval or required records. Application and documentation was provided and must be submitted.

3-502.11

Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations

Inspector notes: Facility is lacking an allergen statement on menu or at point of service.

2-103.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair: -prep tables (laminate cracked) -walls and junctures near back door -several ceiling tiles peeling or missing. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety licensed with RIDOH. A PIC is currently enrolled in class.

2-102.12

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Utensils were observed stored in stagnant water between uses. Water disposed. Discussed options.

3-304.12

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly

Inspector notes: Single service items are not being stored properly in their original protective package and/or are stored on a surface that is not clean in the dining area and over sandwich prep area.

4-903.11(A)

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered, with excess garbage. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered. PIC stated pick-up is scheduled for today.

5-501.113

May 21, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations

Inspector notes: Establishment is lacking an allergen statement. PIC informed.

2-103.11

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.

2-102.12

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used

Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair. PIC informed.

4-402.12

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Inspector observed prep tables throughout establishment to be chipping with exposed wood. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material.

4-501.11

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: Inspector observed bottom pipe of toilet to be leaking into a bucket. PIC called for service prior to inspection.

5-203.12

Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

Inspector notes: Inspector observed wall behind 3 bay sink to be separated with exposed wood. Inspector observed wall behind prep sink to be chipping. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. PIC informed.

6-201.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cuozzos Casa De Pizza last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cuozzos Casa De Pizza on file is from Jan 29, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cuozzos Casa De Pizza?

Across the inspection record, “person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cuozzos Casa De Pizza.

How does Cuozzos Casa De Pizza compare to other restaurants in Scituate?

Cuozzos Casa De Pizza most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Scituate average of 89.

Has Cuozzos Casa De Pizza's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Cuozzos Casa De Pizza have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cuozzos Casa De 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.

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