Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana

21 Universal Blvd, Warwick, RI 02886

Pizza

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Feb 18, 2025

Score

Low Risk

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. On Feb 18, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around five violations per visit versus roughly one violation earlier in the record.

By comparison, the average Warwick facility scores 86, putting Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana on the weaker side. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 18, 2025

Routine

5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: An open employees' beverage container was observed stored on the pizza station. Employees shall not drink from open beverage containers in order to prevent contamination of their hands, the container, and exposed food. -PIC removed open beverage container during time of inspection.

2-401.11

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in 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

Insect control devices improperly placed or designed

Inspector notes: Insect device observed over utensils and glassware. -Proper storage of insect device reviewed. -Insect control devices shall be installed so that: (1) The devices are not located over a FOOD preparation area. (2) Dead insects and insect fragments are prevented from being impelled onto or falling on exposed FOOD; clean EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, and LINENS; and unwrapped SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES.

6-202.13

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Handwashing sink located in the salad prep area was not in good repair. Per PIC hand sink is scheduled for repair 2/19/25.

4-501.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The floors in the ware washing area and back kitchen area observed in poor repair. Tile grout needs to be refilled. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. -Per PIC floors due for repair in August 2025.

6-501.11

Nov 8, 2023

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine have an accumulation of bio-film.

4-602.13

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana on file is from Feb 18, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana compare to other restaurants in Warwick?

Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Warwick average of 86.

Has Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana 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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