Twins Pizza
Last inspected: Sep 9, 2025
58
Score
Across the available record, Twins Pizza has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Sep 9, 2025. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near 10 violations per visit across recent inspections.
The pattern that stands out is “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable”, which has been cited five times.
Twins Pizza's latest score of 58 falls below the North Providence average of 81. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
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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
Sep 9, 2025
Environmental Complaint
1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, & display
Inspector notes: Soup was observed stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.12
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the kitchen, 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
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following equipment was observed in poor repair -Kitchen hand sink hot water handle -Ice machine lid -1 door reach-in freezer handle -2 door slider handle Equipment must be in good repair.
4-501.11
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: The cutting boards in the front prep area 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
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of storage space in the walk-in cooler area. 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.
4-101.17
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 other debris. -Speed racks in 3 door reach-in -3 door reach-in #3 shelves -Ice machine -Basement prep table Non-food contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch
4-602.13
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The bar 3-bay sink was observed leaking. Per PIC, a new bar 3-bay sink was purchased and being delivered.
5-403.12
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The left chest freezer in the basement was observed with an accumulation of ice build-up. Establishment is to run a defrost on unit.
5-403.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor by the ice machine area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following areas have an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. -Floor at bar -Floor under pizza prep table in basement (droppings) -Floor in dry storage (droppings) The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Establishment is to clean any and all droppings using appropriate means of sanitation. Establishment is to continue to work with Pest Control.
6-501.12
58
Jun 10, 2025
Environmental Complaint
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
View 12 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods were not stored properly to prevent cross-contamination. Except when combined as ingredients, different types of raw animal foods must be separated from each other during storage by using separate equipment or arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented.
3-302.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cheese was observed held at 64 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per interview with PIC, cheese had been out for less than one hour during pizza preparation. Cheese was relocated to prep unit at time of inspection. PIC informed that TCS foods must not be kept out of temperature control.
3-501.16(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by droppings (basement & kitchen). 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.
6-501.111
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Inspector observed an employee rinsing a knife and pizza cutter in the handwashing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing. PIC informed and redirected employee.
5-205.11
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
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (prep table) 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)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of: 1) Basement pizza prep (droppings) 2) Basement dry storage (droppings) 3) Pizza shelving - main kitchen (droppings, food residue) 4) Top of mixer (droppings) 5) Speed racks (food residue) 6) Shelving throughout kitchen (food residue)
4-602.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor in the basement (grease trap) area is in poor repair. Inspector observed missing tile with exposed dirt. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
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
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employee was observed chewing gum while doing food preparation. PIC informed that eating, drinking, or chewing gum is not permitted during food preparation.
2-401.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the kitchen, 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
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Pizza prep table located in the main kitchen area was not in good repair. Inspector observed gap, creating a surface that cannot be properly cleaned and sanitized. PIC informed.
4-501.11
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Nov 6, 2024
Re-Inspection
2 major violations. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by droppings. 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.
6-501.111
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
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the kitchen, 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
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Tomato sauce was observed stored on the floor in the kitchen. 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 boards on pizza prep units 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 not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Freezer door handle was not in good repair, observed being held together with tape.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the dry storage shelving have an accumulation of rodent droppings.
4-602.13
64
Oct 16, 2024
Environmental Complaint
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Mushrooms, olives and cheese were observed held at 45-51 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per interview with PIC, the following food items were just rotated. PIC moved to another refrigerator.
3-501.16(A)
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods were not stored properly to prevent cross-contamination. Except when combined as ingredients, different types of raw animal foods must be separated from each other during storage by using separate equipment or arrranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented.
3-302.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by droppings. 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.
6-501.111
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the kitchen, 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: Tomato sauce was observed stored on the floor in the kitchen. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At time of inspection, ambient of pizza prep unit was 54 degrees Fahrenheit. PIC took unit out of service and all foods were moved to other pizza prep unit. Coils were cleaned at time of inspection and unit was 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
4-501.11
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: The cutting boards in the pizza area 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 not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Freezer (1 door) located in the kitchen area was not in good repair, observed handle being held together with tape.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of: 1. dry storage shelving (rodent droppings) 2. equipment shelving (rodent droppings) 3. pizza pan prep shelving (food residue/rodent droppings) 4. underneath slicer (food residue) 5. refrigeration shelving throughout (food residue/other debris) 6. fans/vents (dust/dirt) 7. refrigeration gaskets (food residue/other debris) 8. ware washing area (dirt/other debris)
4-602.13
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
Mops not properly air-dried after use
Inspector notes: Mops must be allowed to air dry after use.
6-501.16
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Twins Pizza last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Twins Pizza on file is from Sep 9, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Twins Pizza?
Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Twins Pizza.
How does Twins Pizza compare to other restaurants in North Providence?
Twins Pizza most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the North Providence average of 81.
Has Twins Pizza's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Twins Pizza have averaged around 10 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Twins 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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