Piezonis
Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026
58
Score
Piezonis appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 9, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to six violations.
“Food-contact surfaces” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Compared to other East Providence restaurants (averaging 79), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 9, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Hands not washed when required
Inspector notes: Employees were observed changing tasks and putting on gloves without washing their hands. Food employees must wash their hands before putting on gloves.
2-301.14
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in the glass reach-in refrigeration units. All cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer inside the unit that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.
4-203.12
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener, dicer) 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)
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: The floor and wall juncture under the prep sink do not have coving. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.
6-201.13
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the shelving in the glass reach-in units have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Shelving must be cleaned.
4-601.11(B)
58
Mar 27, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Hands not washed when required
Inspector notes: Employees were observed changing/putting on gloves without washing their hands. Food employees must wash their hands before putting on gloves.
2-301.14
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Leak observed under the prep sink. Plumbing must be maintained in good repair.
5-205.15
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener, tongs, knife) were observed with an accumulation of dried food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Boxes of food were observed stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: The cutting board of the salad prep unit and a couple of the individual cutting boards 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
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the shelving in the front glass reach-in and the piping under the prep sink have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. These areas must be cleaned.
4-601.11(B)
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures under/behind the prep sink do not have coving. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.
6-201.13
55
Apr 29, 2024
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 18, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was 0 parts per million (ppm). The concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be 200 ppm. Additional sanitizing solution was added, and correct concentration was obtained.
4-501.114
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Pizza was observed held at 116 degrees Fahrenheit in the pizza by the slice unit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Pizza was reheated to 165 degrees F, hot hold unit temperature was adjusted, and pizza was returned to unit. Pizza temperatures must be carefully monitored to be sure product is maintaining temperature at/above 135 degrees F.
3-501.16(A)
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Chicken observed being placed hot in the walk-in cooler in container greater than four inches deep and tightly covered. Proper cooling methods reviewed, and chicken was placed in a shallow, uncovered pan to cool properly. In addition, chicken was observed tightly wrapped in individual servings and stacked too high in prep unit. Chicken had been made this morning (less than 2 hours) and observed with a temperature of 90 degrees F. Chicken servings were taken out of the prep unit and untied to complete cooling properly.
3-501.15
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener, chopper) 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)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served. Certified Food Safety Manager must register with the state.
2-102.12
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: Individual cutting boards 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
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the shelving in the glass reach-in, the walk-in cooler, and the storage shelving, have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Piezonis last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Piezonis on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Piezonis?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Piezonis.
How does Piezonis compare to other restaurants in East Providence?
Piezonis most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the East Providence average of 79.
Has Piezonis' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Piezonis have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Piezonis means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Piezonis inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Piezonis is inspected around two times per year on average.
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