Hercules Pizza Works

1525 Old Louisquisset Pike, Lincoln, RI 02865

Pizza

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Feb 16, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Hercules Pizza Works has been inspected three times since 2023. Hercules Pizza Works was last inspected on Feb 16, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Performance has remained roughly level inspection to inspection, near five violations each time.

Looking across the full record, food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Hercules Pizza Works's latest score of 61 falls below the Lincoln average of 87. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 16, 2026

Routine

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

View 5 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (chicken) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (deli meat) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.

3-302.11

Equipment material allows contamination or unsafe migration

Inspector notes: Wire racks were observed lined with cardboard. Areas where food preparation occurs must be constructed of smooth, durable, and non-absorbent material.

4-101.11

Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food

Inspector notes: The consumer advisory provided does not disclose the foods on the menu that are raw or undercooked.

3-603.11

Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained

Inspector notes: The dumpster outside is located on gravel. The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain.

5-501.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair on the stand up 2 door fridge, the prep unit across from the grill line, and grill cooler. Gaskets must be maintained in good repair.

4-501.11

Jan 21, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 6 violations

Equipment material allows contamination or unsafe migration

Inspector notes: Wire racks were observed lined with cardboard. Areas where food preparation occurs must be constructed of smooth, durable, and non-absorbent material.

4-101.11

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (Deli 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)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair on the prep unit across from the pizza oven. Gaskets must be maintained in good condition.

4-501.11

Outdoor refuse receptacles lack tight-fitting lids

5-501.15

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The floor in the kitchen was observed with tiles in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Food contaminated by miscellaneous source (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Items were observed uncovered in freezer. Food items in freezer must remain covered to prevent contamination.

3-307.11

Nov 27, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Ham located in the walk-in unit; was observed marked with a date that exceeded the 7 days limit for ready to eat foods. Food item dated 11/18/23. Food item was voluntarily disposed of.

3-501.18

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly

Inspector notes: Wet wiping cloths are not stored in a chemical sanitizer between uses. Wet wiping cloths must be stored in a chemical sanitizer at the appropriate concentration.

3-304.14

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hercules Pizza Works last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hercules Pizza Works on file is from Feb 16, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hercules Pizza Works?

Across the inspection record, food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Hercules Pizza Works.

How does Hercules Pizza Works compare to other restaurants in Lincoln?

Hercules Pizza Works most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Lincoln average of 87.

Has Hercules Pizza Works's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Hercules Pizza Works have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around five per visit.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Hercules Pizza Works means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Hercules Pizza Works inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hercules Pizza Works is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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