Hometown Pizza and Subs

620 Killingly St, Johnston, RI 02919

Pizza

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Mar 5, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for Hometown Pizza and Subs. Hometown Pizza and Subs was last inspected on Mar 5, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

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

The city-wide average sits at 77, which Hometown Pizza and Subs's 67 doesn't quite reach. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 5, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 major violation.

View 3 violations

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Hot water knob on hand sink is in poor repair. Observed knob with tape.

5-205.15

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

Inspector notes: (Ground beef and cheese ) was observed held at (48-51) degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling.PIC voluntarily disposed of food product

3-501.16(A)

Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

Inspector notes: Hot water is lacking at hand sink in kitchen.

5-103.11

Feb 22, 2024

Environmental Complaint

4 major violations. 4 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

View 8 violations

Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations

Inspector notes: Establishment is lacking allergen statement for desserts. English Food Allergy Reactions

2-103.11

Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Shaved steak was observed thawing on the counter. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must be thawed in one of the following manners: under refrigeration (41 degrees Fahrenheit or less); completely submerged under running water; as part of the cooking process; or in the microwave if cooked immediately after thawing.

3-501.13

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

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back kitchen area, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.

6-501.111

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors throughout the kitchen area have an accumulation of soil residue, food debris, and /or droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by dead rodents on trap and droppings throughout kitchen area. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.PIC removed dead rodent from premises.

6-501.112

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

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the pan storage shelves have an accumulation of soil and food residue, debris, and/or rodent droppings.PIC removed and wash and sanitize shelves during inspection

4-602.13

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hometown Pizza and Subs last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hometown Pizza and Subs on file is from Mar 5, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Hometown Pizza and Subs compare to other restaurants in Johnston?

Hometown Pizza and Subs most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Johnston average of 77.

Has Hometown Pizza and Subs's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Hometown Pizza and Subs 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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