Vasilios Pizza
Last inspected: Jan 3, 2025
86
Score
Across the available record, Vasilios Pizza has four inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 3, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
The trend has been moving in the right direction: six violations last time, one this time.
Proper cold holding temperatures comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Providence average 80, so Vasilios Pizza is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 3, 2025
Food Complaint
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: An employee was observed touching ready to eat food celery with bare hands. Food employees must not touch exposed, ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and shall use suitable utensils such as deli tissue, spatulas, single use gloves, or dispensing equipment. See disposal.
3-301.11
86
Nov 18, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 10 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 arrranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented.
3-302.11
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: The pre-flush spray hose at the 3 bay sink is hanging below the flood rim. A plumbing system shall be installed to prevent backflow of a liquid or gas contaminant into the water supply by providing an air gap or installing an approved backflow prevention device.
5-302.16
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Garlic butter was observed held at 71 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, garlic butter was taken out less than one hour prior, PIC moved to walk-in cooler at time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Ham, deli meats and pasta 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
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. At time of inspection, large pieces of chicken were observed cooling on the counter in containers greater than 4 inches deep. PIC moved to shallow pan at time of inspection.
3-501.15
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of: 1. Oven panel (grease/black residue) 2. Mixer (food debris) 3. Dry Storage Shelving (black/brown debris) 4. Scoop handle (food debris)
4-602.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed missing floor tiles in the mop sink area. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Ceiling tile above the fryers were observed falling with exposed installation.
6-501.11
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: The wall above the handwash sink in the kitchen was observed with an incomplete seal and exposed wood.
6-201.11
No designated area for employee eating or drinking
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employees' personal belongings (phone, drinks) were observed stored in the prep area. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be used for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and other possessions.
6-403.11
41
Jul 10, 2023
Food Complaint
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: An open employees' beverage container was observed stored in a food preparation area(prepped pizza dough refrigerator). Employees shall not drink from open beverage containers in order to prevent contamination of their hands, the container, and exposed food.
2-401.11
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Several beverage containers were observed stored on the floor in the front dining area and back storage area. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
90
May 19, 2023
Environmental Complaint
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Shredded cooked chicken made on 5/17/23 was observed held at 51-55*F degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Disposal was done.
3-501.16(A)
Improper cooling methods used
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Per interview of Owner, cooked shredded chicken was placed hot in the refrigerator in containers greater than four inches deep. Proper cooling procedures was discussed with owner. Owner will retrain employees on proper cooling procedures.
3-501.15
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Knives were stored in between wall and equipment. During pauses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location.
3-304.12
Nonfood-contact surfaces have cracks, ledges, or crevices
Inspector notes: The door gaskets on the pizza unit is in poor repair.
4-202.16
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Vasilios Pizza last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Vasilios Pizza on file is from Jan 3, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Vasilios Pizza?
Across the inspection record, proper cold holding temperatures has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Vasilios Pizza.
How does Vasilios Pizza compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Vasilios Pizza most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.
Has Vasilios Pizza's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Vasilios Pizza have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about six previously.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Vasilios Pizza 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 Vasilios Pizza inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Vasilios Pizza is inspected around two times per year on average.
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