Pizza Heaven
Last inspected: Oct 8, 2025
95
Score
Pizza Heaven has been inspected four times since 2023. The most recent visit was on Oct 8, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly three violations earlier in the record.
The pattern that stands out is “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable”, which has been cited three times.
Among East Greenwich restaurants, the typical score is 88; Pizza Heaven is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 8, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: The floors in the kitchen, under the shelving, are constructed of wood which is not durable, easily cleanable, or non-absorbent. The materials for indoor floors must be durable, easily cleanable and nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms. PIC stated flooring material is in basement and needs to be installed.
6-201.11
95
Sep 23, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Various foods were observed held above 41 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 relocated all foods because food was stocked from walk-in about 2 hours prior.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of can opener and deli slicer were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Both items were taken out of service. Proper cleaning procedures reviewed with PIC.
4-601.11(A)
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the in the back, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors. Door not tight fitting due to damaged floor.
6-202.15
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The left side of the main prep unit and dressing prep unit was observed with an elevated ambient temperature. All food was observed elevated in temperature as well. Unit to not be used until serviced. PIC called technician at time of inspection. Food in unit to be checked after unit is serviced.
4-501.11
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: The floors in the kitchen, under the shelving, are constructed of wood which is not durable, easily cleanable, or non-absorbent. The materials for indoor floors must be durable, easily cleanable and nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.
6-201.11
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Dec 8, 2023
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following equipment was observed in poor repair... - Walk in cooler (basement) and prepared salad refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair. - The handwash sink faucet located in the kitchen was observed to be leaking and spraying. Equipment must be maintained in good repair and proper adjustment. Per the PIC, more time is needed for repairs to equipment.
4-501.11
95
Nov 21, 2023
Routine
5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 15 violations
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Single service items are not being stored properly and being stored on a surface that is not clean on the floor in the basement. PIC informed.
4-903.11(A)
Hands not washed when required
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employee was observed wiping gloves on dirty apron without changing gloves. Inspector requested employee to change gloves, at which point the employee did not wash hands. Food employees must wash their hands before putting on gloves. PIC informed and had employee wash hands.
2-301.14
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: The condensate from the refrigeration unit is draining into the mop sink. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain. PIC informed.
5-402.13
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
Inspector notes: Food items prepared on site were observed to be held longer than 7 days post preparation date. Items were voluntary disposed of.
3-501.18
Time used as public health control not properly documented
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection sliced pizza was observed out on a rack out of temperature control. If time without temperature control is used as the public health control for a working supply of TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD before cooking, or for READY-TO-EAT TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD that is displayed or held for sale or service written procedures shall be prepared in advance, maintained in the FOOD ESTABLISHMENT and made available to the REGULATORY AUTHORITY upon request. PIC in charge to submit food safety plan and sent to RIDOH. Information left with PIC at the time of inspection.
3-501.19
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food items previously prepared, frozen, and thawed were observed not marked with an expiration date of six days from the date of defrosting. PIC to ensure dates of prepared food items are adjusted for date of defrost.
3-501.17
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The handwash sink faucet located in the kitchen was observed to be leaking and spraying. Equipment must be maintained in good repair and proper adjustment. PIC informed.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces have cracks, ledges, or crevices
Inspector notes: Walk in cooler (basement) and prepared salad refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair. PIC informed.
4-202.16
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The walls in the upstairs prep area are not covered exposing the wooden internal structure. Materials for wall surfaces/coverings 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. PIC informed.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Inspector observed missing ceiling tiles in basement. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. PIC informed.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Inspector observed light shields to be cracked. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. PIC informed.
6-501.11
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The smooth nonabsorbant shelf holding flour was observed to be worn and exposing wood structure. This material 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. PIC informed.
6-201.16
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, an employee certified in food safety was not available/on site. 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. Per the PIC, employee(s) to take Food Safety Course to ensure an employee certified in food safety is on site at all times.
2-102.12
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Sliced italian deli meats were observed held at 46 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 voluntarily disposed of food items at the time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The knives were stored on an unclean surface (in between prep unit surfaces, between handwash sink and prep sink) between uses. During pauses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location. PIC informed.
3-304.12
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pizza Heaven last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pizza Heaven on file is from Oct 8, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pizza Heaven?
Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Pizza Heaven.
How does Pizza Heaven compare to other restaurants in East Greenwich?
Pizza Heaven most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the East Greenwich average of 88.
Has Pizza Heaven's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Pizza Heaven have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Pizza Heaven means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Pizza Heaven inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pizza Heaven is inspected around two times per year on average.
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