Mighty Mikes Pizza

277 Thayer St, Providence, RI 02906

Pizza

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: May 21, 2025

Score

High Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for Mighty Mikes Pizza. Mighty Mikes Pizza was last inspected on May 21, 2025. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

The trend has not been favorable, with the count rising from four to nine between inspections.

The pattern that stands out is non-food contact surfaces clean, which has been cited three times.

Compared to other Providence restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 21, 2025

Environmental Complaint

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.

View 9 violations

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

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

3-302.11

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Can opener was taken out of service to be cleaned and sanitized.

4-601.11(A)

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the basement food prep area was lacking paper towels.

6-301.12

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Utensils and scouring pad were observed in the hand-washing sink in the kitchen and basement food prep areas. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.

5-205.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The fan soffit has an accumulation of soil residue. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

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

Inspector notes: Knives observed stored on an unclean surface (crack between wrap unit and pizza display unit) between uses. During pauses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location.

3-304.12

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

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of baking sheets on the clean storage rack have an accumulation of food residue, and other debris (scouring pad wire).

4-602.13

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of some food containers have an accumulation of paper and adhesive.

4-602.13

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Pooled water (rainwater per PIC) observed on the floor along a wall in the basement food prep area. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Sep 19, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of insects is not controlled as evidenced by live small flies in establishment. Encon PCS. 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.

6-501.111

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Numerous plastic food containers observed not in good repair, cracked with edges broken off.

4-501.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the chest freezers have an accumulation of frost and debris. The rolling rack in front area has an accumulation of food debris, and dirty tape. A portable fan in the kitchen has an accumulation of dust and debris.

4-602.13

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: One light bulb is missing beneath the hood in the kitchen. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mighty Mikes Pizza last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mighty Mikes Pizza on file is from May 21, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mighty Mikes Pizza?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surfaces clean has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Mighty Mikes Pizza.

How does Mighty Mikes Pizza compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Mighty Mikes Pizza most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

Has Mighty Mikes Pizza's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Mighty Mikes Pizza have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about four per visit to around nine more recently.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Mighty Mikes Pizza means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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