Napolitanos Brooklyn Pizza
Last inspected: Aug 28, 2025
55
Score
The inspection history at Napolitanos Brooklyn Pizza is still short, with only two visits logged. The most recent visit was on Aug 28, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Things are looking better: the most recent inspection turned up seven violations, compared to 16 violations previously.
Time as a public health control accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
That's lower than the typical Providence restaurant, which scores around 80. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
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Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 28, 2025
Re-Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Meatballs were observed with date mark exceeding 7 days. PIC disposed.
3-501.18
Time used as public health control not properly documented
Inspector notes: Time for Public Health Control logs were incomplete. Inspector discussed proper use of logs with PIC.
3-501.19
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the bar 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
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.
2-102.12(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair: -freezer gaskets -gasket on slicer.
4-501.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the slicer have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The refuse area has an accumulation of leaf debris and weeds growing.
5-501.115
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Aug 18, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 9 minor violations. 7 corrected on site.
View 16 violations
Time used as public health control not properly documented
Inspector notes: Establishment is not maintaining records for pizza slices held using Time as a public Health control. PIC informed.
3-501.19
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels. Staff provided during inspection.
6-301.12
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the bar 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
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Slicer taken out of service to be cleaned and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The establishment does not have a written procedure for cleaning vomit and diarrhea. Inspector provided RIDOH guidance.
2-501.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chicken was observed held at 48 degrees Fahrenheit above the fill line in the prep unit; sauce was held at 55 degrees on the counter. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Sauce was returned to refrigeration, chicken above fill line was disposed.
3-501.16(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Containers of cooked, frozen foods were not marked with the date defrosted. PIC informed, staff dated during inspection.
3-501.17
Single-service or single-use items not protected from contamination
Inspector notes: Utensils (forks, knives) in the kitchen are displayed with the lip surface up. Utensils are to be stored so that only the handles are touched by employees and consumers if consumer self-service is provided.
4-904.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the Pepsi refrigerator and the tie to pull oven doors have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
Insects, rodents & animals not present
Inspector notes: The refuse area had an accumulation of leaf debris and weeds growing.
5-501.115
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. Inspector provided application.
2-102.12(A)
Employees not reporting illness or health conditions
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: There was no evidence that employees are required to report to the person in charge information about their health (illnesses, symptoms) as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. Inspector provided riDOH reporting agreement.
2-201.11(A)
Non-food contact surfaces clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Staff were observed rinsing pizza slicer in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing. PIC informed.
6-301.13
Handwashing sign not posted
Inspector notes: Hand washing sink at the bar was lacking proper signage.
6-301.14
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Beverages were observed stored on the floor in the bar area. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A container of mozzarella sticks was observed with ice condensate in direct contact with the food. PIC disposed, ice condensate was removed from shelving.
3-305.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Napolitanos Brooklyn Pizza last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Napolitanos Brooklyn Pizza on file is from Aug 28, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Napolitanos Brooklyn Pizza?
Across the inspection record, time as a public health control has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Napolitanos Brooklyn Pizza.
How does Napolitanos Brooklyn Pizza compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Napolitanos Brooklyn Pizza most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.
Has Napolitanos Brooklyn Pizza's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Napolitanos Brooklyn Pizza have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around seven violations compared to about 16 previously.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Napolitanos Brooklyn Pizza 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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