Natalie's Pizza

1479 Newport Avenue, Pawtucket, RI 02861

Pizza

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Dec 3, 2025

Score

Low Risk

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. On Dec 3, 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 held steady across recent visits, with around three violations found each time.

Across the inspection history, food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

That's lower than the typical Pawtucket restaurant, which scores around 87. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Dec 3, 2025

Routine

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

View 3 violations

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

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was blocked by a bowl and kitchen utensils in the sink basin. A hand-washing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use. Equipment was removed from the sink basin during the time of inspection.

5-205.11

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the front entrance and the back exit, 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

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair on both prep units. Refrigerator door gaskets shall be maintained in good repair.

4-501.11

Nov 20, 2024

Opening

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Sewage backflow not prevented

Inspector notes: The sink used for food preparation is lacking an air gap. A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed. Establishment is to install an airgap.

5-402.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The hand-sink handle was observed in poor repair. Equipment must be maintained in good repair.

4-501.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The following non-food contact surfaces observed with an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. -Inside of the 1 door reach in freezer -Dry storage shelves -Area across from the 3-bay sink Non-food contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch.

4-602.13

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Natalie's Pizza last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Natalie's Pizza on file is from Dec 3, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Natalie's Pizza?

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

How does Natalie's Pizza compare to other restaurants in Pawtucket?

Natalie's Pizza most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Pawtucket average of 87.

Has Natalie's Pizza's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Natalie's Pizza have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around three per visit.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Natalie's Pizza 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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