Newport Avenue Pizzeria
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
37
Score
The health department has logged seven inspections at Newport Avenue Pizzeria, the earliest from 2023. Newport Avenue Pizzeria was last inspected on Feb 5, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
The most recent inspection turned up six violations, more than the four found previously.
Looking across the full record, insects, rodents & animals not present is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
Compared to other Pawtucket restaurants (averaging 87), there's room to close the gap. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
7
Inspections
3
Critical latest
4
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Routine
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Food not reheated to required temperature for hot holding
Inspector notes: Per PIC, food is placed directly into the hot-holding table from freezer. Food items that are reheated for hot holding shall be reheated in the oven or on the stovetop and must reach a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit or more.
3-403.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chicken drumsticks were observed held at 118 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Food items were evaluated and were voluntarily disposed of during the time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A bag of chicken wings were observed adulterated in the basement chest freezer. Food items were observed frozen into a block of condensate. Food items were voluntarily disposed of during the time of inspection.
3-101.11
Insufficient number of handwashing sinks
Inspector notes: The basement food preparation area does not have a hand-washing sink that is conveniently located and/or readily accessible. Hand-washing sinks must be located to allow convenient use by employees in food preparation, food dispensing, and ware-washing areas.
5-203.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (dough mixer/cheese shredder) 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)
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Previously prepared food items were observed thawing on the top of a freezer in the basement food preparation area. 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. Food items observed still frozen and were placed back into freezer during the time of inspection.
3-501.13
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by droppings and gnawed home ware items in the basement food preparation 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. Establishment is to work with pest control to establish a plan of action.
6-501.111
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of the hot hold encasing in the front area. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material.
4-101.17
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Bowls are being used as scoops in containers of dry ingredients. Utensils used to dispense non-time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods such as sugar and flour must be stored in the food item with their handles above the top of the food within the container. Bowls were removed.
3-304.12
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the basement food preparation area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
37
Sep 24, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of mice is not controlled as evidence by droppings. 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. Establishment is to clean any and all droppings in basement and kitchen using appropriate methods to clean and sanitize to monitor new activity. Establishment is to continue on increasing pest control as frequently as needed and have a pest control report for next inspection
6-501.111
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the various locations including refrigerators, have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: The floors and walls throughout the facility have an accumulation of soil residue, droppings, and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.114
82
Aug 21, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils can opener and mixer 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 moved to 3-bay sink at the time of inspection. Mixer must be cleaned and sanitized before use.
4-602.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of flies is not controlled as evidenced by live activity. The presence of mice is not controlled as evidence by droppings. 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. Establishment is to clean any and all droppings in basement and kitchen using appropriate methods to clean and sanitize to monitor new activity. Establishment is to clean any and all flies using appropriate methods to clean and sanitize. Establishment is to continue on increasing pest control as frequently as needed and have a pest control report for next inspection
6-501.111
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: The cutting boards in the kitchen and prep area are very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.
4-501.12
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the various locations including refrigerators, have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: The floors and walls throughout the facility have an accumulation of soil residue, droppings, and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Outside of the establishment must be maintained in order to prevent harborage conditions for pests.
6-501.114
67
Aug 15, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
Inspector notes: Insects (flies) were observed in sugar, salt, and beans. All food items were voluntarily disposed of. Corrective action- establishment is to keep food items secured in totes.
3-101.11
No soap available at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Dishes and utensils were observed in the hand-washing sink downstairs. The upstairs handwashing sink was blocked by multiple items. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing and must be accessible at all times.
6-301.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils can opener and mixer 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 moved to 3-bay sink at the time of inspection. Mixer must be cleaned and sanitized before use.
4-601.11(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of flies is not controlled as evidenced by live activity. The presence of mice is not controlled as evidence by droppings. 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. Establishment is to clean any and all droppings in basement and kitchen using appropriate methods to clean and sanitize to monitor new activity. Establishment is to clean any and all flies using appropriate methods to clean and sanitize. Establishment is to increase pest control as frequently as needed and have a pest control report for next inspection.
6-501.111
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: The cutting boards in the kitchen and prep area are very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.
4-501.12
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the various locations including refrigerators, have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: The floors and walls throughout the facility have an accumulation of soil residue, droppings, and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Outside of the establishment must be maintained in order to prevent harborage conditions for pests.
6-501.114
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: The hood system was observed with an accumulation of grease. Hood system must be maintained.
4-204.11
52
Jul 3, 2023
Reinspection for Opening
No violations found.
100
Jun 26, 2023
Reinspection for Opening
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Prep unit 1 was observed held at 53 degrees Fahrenheit. Misc. Food items were observed held between 50-55 degrees fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Misc. Food items were voluntarily disposed of. Establishment is to discontinue use of Prep unit until repaired.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer, knives) 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. Gaskets must be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
74
Jun 8, 2023
Opening
3 major violations. 6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: The food preparation area in the basement is lacking a hand-washing sink. A hand sink must me installed.
5-204.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener, 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)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of pests is not controlled as evidenced by small flys in the basement. 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
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed stored under the front patio. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions, and the outside of the premises must be maintained.
6-501.114
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The walls in the kitchen behind the prep units is not durable. Materials for wall surfaces shall be smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms. Establishment is to put FRP up behind prep units.
6-101.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor in the basement prep area in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. The ceiling in the basement prep area in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. The coving in the basement prep area in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the kitchen, was observed left open. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: The basement food preparation area is not separated from the unfinished side of the basement. A barrier must be installed separating the food prep area from the rest of the basement.
3-305.14
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Newport Avenue Pizzeria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Newport Avenue Pizzeria on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Newport Avenue Pizzeria?
Across the inspection record, insects, rodents & animals not present has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Newport Avenue Pizzeria.
How does Newport Avenue Pizzeria compare to other restaurants in Pawtucket?
Newport Avenue Pizzeria most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the Pawtucket average of 87.
Has Newport Avenue Pizzeria's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Newport Avenue Pizzeria have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about four per visit to around six more recently.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Newport Avenue Pizzeria 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.
How often is Newport Avenue Pizzeria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Newport Avenue Pizzeria is inspected around three times per year on average.
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