Piezonis
Last inspected: Jul 9, 2025
74
Score
The inspection history at Piezonis is still short, with only two visits logged. The latest inspection on file is from Jul 9, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around six violations lately and about 22 violations before that.
“Insects, rodents & animals not present” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Smithfield facility scores 78, putting Piezonis on the weaker side. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 9, 2025
Re-Inspection
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the front lobby, 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
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Cases of food items were observed stored on the floor in the walk-in freezer. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following was observed in poor repair: - 1 door cooler shelves (white flakey paint), - light bulb under hood vent, - walk-in cooler door gasket.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following non-food contact surfaces have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and/or other debris: - prep units, - hood vents, - table under grill.
4-602.13
Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The outside dumpsters are not covered. Inspector observed one receptacle with an open lid and the second receptacle was in poor repair (no lids). Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered.
5-501.113
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors (including the walk-in cooler) and walls throughout the facility have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
74
Jun 25, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 15 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 22 violations
Toxic materials not stored separately from food
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Window cleaner spray bottle was stored with food, equipment, utensils, or single service items. Chemicals must be stored to prevent the contamination of clean equipment, utensils linens, and/or single service by spacing or partitioning and locating them in an area that is not above food, equipment utensils, linens, and single service articles. PIC relocated bottle.
7-201.11
Food not reheated to required temperature for hot holding
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Frozen commercially cooked meatballs and tomato sauce were only were observed reheating in steam-table at 74 degrees F. Ready to eat foods taken from a commercially processed can or intact package from a food processing plant must be heated to at least 135 degrees Fahrenheit for hot holding. PIC informed to end that practice. PIC placed item on flat top grill to reheat.
3-403.11
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
Inspector notes: Working containers used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies were not marked with the common name of the chemical.
7-102.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The following was observed: - A container was observed in the hand-washing sink near the pizza prep station. - Food particles (lettuce and olives) were observed in the hand-washing sink near the sandwich prep station. Hand-washing sinks must not be used for purposes other than hand washing. PIC informed and removed items.
5-205.11
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Deli meat and cheese were observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.
3-501.17
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The following food contact surfaces were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. - can opener, - small food chopper, - large food chopper, - measuring cup. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. PIC placed items in 3 bay sink to be washed and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: The Person in charge did not assure compliance with critical code requirements.
2-103.11
Handwashing sign not posted
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the men's restroom was lacking proper hand-washing signage.
6-301.14
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Diced tomatoes were observed held between 49-50 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC discarded.
3-501.16(A)
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
Inspector notes: Working containers of dry ingredients are not labeled with the common name of the food. Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages, such as flour, herbs, salt, sugar, and spices must be labeled with the common name of the food.
3-302.12
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the front lobby, 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
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Various food items were observed stored on the floor in the kitchen. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
Inspector notes: Wet wiping cloths are not stored in a chemical sanitizer between uses. Wet wiping cloths must be stored in a chemical sanitizer at the appropriate concentration.
3-304.14
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
Inspector notes: Cup was being used as scoops in containers of flour. 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.
3-304.12
Single-service or single-use items not protected from contamination
Inspector notes: Plastic eating utensils in the self-serve area 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 not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following was not in good repair: - 1 door cooler shelves (white flakey paint), - light bulb under hood vent, - walk-in cooler door gasket.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable
Inspector notes: Cardboard is used in the construction of shelf liners in the walk-in cooler and on top of pizza oven. 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.
4-101.19
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following non-food contact surfaces have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and/or other debris: - prep units, - hood vents, - freezer lowboy, - table under grill, - walk-in shelves, - walk-in cooler fan blades - 1 door cooler.
4-602.13
Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector observed a heavy accumulation of trash and debris around refuse area. Area to be maintained clean.
5-501.115
Food properly labeled; original container
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 cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors and walls throughout the facility have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
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. Application provided.
2-102.12(A)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Piezonis last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Piezonis on file is from Jul 9, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Piezonis?
Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents & animals not present” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Piezonis.
How does Piezonis compare to other restaurants in Smithfield?
Piezonis most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Smithfield average of 78.
Has Piezonis' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Piezonis have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly 22 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.
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