Town Pizza II
Last inspected: Mar 13, 2026
95
Score
Town Pizza II has been inspected six times since 2023. The most recent visit was on Mar 13, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable”, which has been cited three times.
The city-wide average for Rhode Island sits at 80, putting Town Pizza II on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 13, 2026
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair: 1) Prep area shelving (exposed dry wall) 2) Prep area (missing tiles)
4-501.11
95
Mar 3, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 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 at 44-49 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. See disposal.
3-501.16(A)
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Salami which was prepared on site, date marked 2/20 was observed held beyond the 7 days. Food items exceeding the 7 days shall be discarded. See disposal.
3-501.18
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Prep Unit #2 was not in good repair, ambient observed at 47F. PIC took unit out of service at time of inspection. Establishment to not store TCS foods in unit until serviced and reaches an ambient temperature of 41F or below. Proof of service to be sent to inspector prior to storing TCS foods.
4-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The following were in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. 1. prep area shelving (exposed drywall) 2. prep area (missing wall tiles)
6-501.11
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the refuse area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
64
Feb 13, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Sewage backflow not prevented
Inspector notes: The ice machine is lacking an air gap. A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed.
5-402.11
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food was 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
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The grout in the prep unit area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
74
Dec 20, 2023
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Dec 8, 2023
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of fruit flies is not controlled as evidenced by fruit flies in the ware-washing area. 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. Per person in charge, pest control services have been scheduled.
6-501.111
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Single-service articles were observed stored on the floor in the dry storage area. Single-service articles must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground.
4-903.11(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The dishwasher located in the ware-washing area is not good repair. Per person in charge, a service call was placed and establishment is currently using the 3-bay sink.
4-501.11
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
78
Nov 30, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food was observed held at 43-47 degrees Fahrenheit in the pizza prep unit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Food was voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form). The ambient air temperature was observed at 46 degrees Fahrenheit during time of inspection. Pizza prep unit was taken out of service during time of inspection and must not be used until it can maintain an internal food temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Pizza prep unit must be repaired/adjusted/replaced.
3-501.16(A)
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Quaternary ammonium sanitizer solution was in excess of 400 parts per million (ppm). A quaternary ammonia sanitizer solution applied to food contact surfaces must be applied at the strength as indicated on the manufacturers' label. Quaternary ammonia dispenser must be repaired. Establishment will use a chlorine sanitizing solution in the meantime.
7-204.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of fruit flies is not controlled as evidenced by fruit flies in the ware-washing area. 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. Establishment must call pest control services.
6-501.111
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of biofilm. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice was voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form). Ice machine was taken out of service and must not be used until it is cleaned.
4-601.11(A)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Inspector notes: The food-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils were not sanitized. The required utensil surface temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was not achieved during the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher as evidenced by the failure of the thermolabel (temperature indicator) affixed to the surface of a utensil to turn black. Dishwasher was taken out of service and must not be used until it is repaired. Establishment is to use the 3-bay sink.
4-501.112
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors, ceiling, 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
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The knives and dough scraper are stored on an unclean surface (between prep unit and prep table and against the wall) between uses. During pauses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location.
3-304.12
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Single-service articles (pizza boxes) were observed stored on the floor in the dry storage area. Single-service articles must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground.
4-903.11(A)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Town Pizza II last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Town Pizza II on file is from Mar 13, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Town Pizza II?
Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Town Pizza II.
Has Town Pizza II's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Town Pizza II have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Town Pizza II 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 Town Pizza II inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Town Pizza II is inspected around three times per year on average.
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