Papas Roast Beef and Pizza

314 Waterman Avenue, Smithfield, RI 02917

Pizza

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Apr 2, 2024

Score

Low Risk

Public records show three inspections at Papas Roast Beef and Pizza stretching back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Apr 2, 2024. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit. Note that Papas Roast Beef and Pizza's inspection history hasn't been updated since Apr 2, 2024; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly eight violations before.

When inspectors have written things up, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.

The city-wide average for Smithfield sits at 78, putting Papas Roast Beef and Pizza on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 2, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the 2 door lowboy has an accumulation of debris and water on bottom shelf.

4-601.11(B)

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The floor tiles by the back door and several throughout the kitchen and dining room area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Dec 27, 2023

Reinspection for Opening

3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Fan guard missing in walk-in cooler.

4-501.11

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the dough mixer and flour bin have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-601.11(B)

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The floor tiles by the back door and several throughout the kitchen and dining room area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Nov 24, 2023

Opening

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

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.

4-602.11

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was 100 parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be 200-400 ppm.

4-501.114

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of large rodents is not controlled as evidenced by droppings throughout the establishment. 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: Refrigerator door gaskets observed in poor repair at prep unit and Coca-Cola refrigerator.

4-501.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Fixture on slicer observed in poor repair. Equipment to be in good repair and proper adjustment.

4-501.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Fan guard missing in walk-in cooler.

4-501.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the interior of refrigeration units and flour bin have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-601.11(B)

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered.

5-501.113

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The following was observed in poor repair: 1. Various parts of ceiling in kitchen 2. Ceiling in restroom 3. Floors in Walk-in Cooler 4. Floor and wall junctures in the walk-in cooler 5. Tiles near back door The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The following has an accumulation of soil residue and food debris: 1. kitchen hoods 2. floors underneath equipment and shelving 3. Vents in kitchen The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the storage area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.

6-501.114

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: Exterior of establishment was observed with leaf litter and trash. Area to be maintained clean and free of litter to prevent harborage conditions for pests.

6-501.114

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The doors to the outside, located in the back and side, are 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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Papas Roast Beef and Pizza last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Papas Roast Beef and Pizza on file is from Apr 2, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Papas Roast Beef and Pizza?

Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Papas Roast Beef and Pizza.

How does Papas Roast Beef and Pizza compare to other restaurants in Smithfield?

Papas Roast Beef and Pizza most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Smithfield average of 78.

Has Papas Roast Beef and Pizza's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Papas Roast Beef and Pizza have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Papas Roast Beef and 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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