Socrates Pizza
Last inspected: Apr 10, 2025
70
Score
Public records currently show only two inspections for Socrates Pizza. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 10, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly 16 violations earlier on.
“Food properly labeled” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
That's lower than the typical Scituate restaurant, which scores around 89. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspections
2
Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 10, 2025
Re-Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: A leak was observed at the 3-bay sink faucet.
5-205.15
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Two packages of sliced cheese were observed with date mark exceeding 7 days. PIC disposed.
3-501.18
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Working containers of various liquid 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. PIC had staff label containers.
3-302.12
70
Mar 25, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 8 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
View 16 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (bread) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. PIC informed.
3-302.11
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Single service items (pizza boxes and pizza box liners) were observed stored on the floor in the hallway and in the storage unit. Single service items must be stored 6 inches above the floor.
4-903.11(A)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: A leak was observed at the faucet of the 3-bay sink.
5-205.15
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Desserts packaged in the food establishment are lacking labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address. PIC informed, label guidance provided.
3-602.11
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The establishment does not have a written procedure for cleaning vomit and diarrhea. Inspector provided RIDOH guidance.
2-501.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
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. PIC informed, items taken out of service to be cleaned and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Several containers/packages of food 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
Sanitizer test kit not available
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the 3-bay sink. Inspector provided test strips during inspection.
4-302.14
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The fan and condenser box of the walk-in refrigerator has an accumulation of dust and residue. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
Inspector notes: Working containers of sauces and oils 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
Employee not wearing required hair restraint
Inspector notes: Staff were observed not wearing hair restraints. Food employees must wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings, or nets that are worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food, clean equipment/utensils, linens, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.
2-402.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Condiment bowls are being used as scoops in containers of cheese. 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. PIC removed bowls.
3-304.12
Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The stand mixer bowl was not allowed to air dry. Inspector observed moisture in bowl during inspection; cover was off set to facilitate drying.
4-901.11
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Single service items (pizza boxes and pizza box liners) were observed stored on the floor in the hallway and in the storage unit. Single service items must be stored 6 inches above the floor.
4-903.11(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the stand mixer and can opener base have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
Utensils, equipment & linens; properly stored, dried, & handled
(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. PIC covered dumpster during inspection.
5-501.113
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Socrates Pizza last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Socrates Pizza on file is from Apr 10, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Socrates Pizza?
Across the inspection record, “food properly labeled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Socrates Pizza.
How does Socrates Pizza compare to other restaurants in Scituate?
Socrates Pizza most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Scituate average of 89.
Has Socrates Pizza's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Socrates Pizza have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly 16 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Socrates Pizza 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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