Vittos Pizza and Bar
Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026
58
Score
Vittos Pizza and Bar has been inspected eight times since 2023. The most recent report on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.
When inspectors have written things up, “food-contact surfaces” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
That's lower than the typical Warwick restaurant, which scores around 86. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 16, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as tomatoes) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
3-302.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Slicer was broken down and moved to ware-washing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine and quaternary ammonium sanitizing solution for the 3-bay sink in the kitchen and bar.
4-302.14
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety (with RIDOH Center for Food Protection) at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served. Application left with PIC at time of inspection.
2-102.12(A)
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
Inspector notes: The hand sink next to the prep table and 3-bay sink is lacking a proper splash guard to protect from possible water splashing during prep time. A splash guard (smooth, durable, easily cleanable) must be installed.
3-307.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine has an accumulation of biofilm. The ice machine must be cleaned as often as necessary to prevent the possible contamination of ice.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The ceiling tiles in the kitchen area is in poor repair (broken/peeling tiles). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
58
Jan 2, 2024
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Dec 18, 2023
Environmental Complaint
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by boroughs and live rodent observed at the time of inspection. 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. No activity was observed inside of the establishment. Establishment to increase pest control service. Establishment to follow pest control recommendations. Reports to be reviewed during next inspection.
6-501.111
90
Jun 28, 2023
Environmental Complaint
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, an open container of Chic Peas stored in the outdoor storage container was observed to have rodent droppings within the Chic Peas. Chic Peas were disposed of at the time of inspection.
3-101.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by droppings observed in the outside storage container. 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
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, a dead rodent was observed in the outside area behind the dumpster units. Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests shall be removed from control devices and the PREMISES at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests.
6-501.112
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The drain plug for the outside dumpster is missing. Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must have drain plugs in place.
5-501.114
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the Outdoor Storage Bin and the outdoor area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
67
Jun 20, 2023
Environmental Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The grease trap outside is located on gravel. The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain.
5-501.11
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
Inspector notes: A dead rodent was observed behind the dumpster. Dead rodents shall be removed as frequently as possible.
6-501.112
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The drain plug for the outside dumpster is missing. Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must have drain plugs in place.
5-501.114
86
May 16, 2023
Environmental Complaint
No violations found.
100
May 10, 2023
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Food not reheated to required temperature for hot holding
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Marinara, which was previously cooked and cooled, was only reheated to 118 degrees Fahrenheit for hot holding. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food that is cooked, cooled, and reheated for hot holding must be reheated to 165 degrees Fahrenheit or above for 15 seconds. Proper reheating methods reviewed with pic. Per PIC, sauce was recently placed in hot hold unit. Marinara was reheated.
3-403.11
86
Apr 20, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Food not reheated to required temperature for hot holding
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Canned cheese was only heated to 42 degrees Fahrenheit before being placed into hot holding. Ready to eat foods taken from a commercially processed can or intact package from a food processing plant must be heated to at least 135 degrees Fahrenheit for hot holding. Cheese was relocated to stove top. Proper reheating methods reviewed with PIC.
3-403.11
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Multiple foods were observed not marked with the date of preparation or incorrect date. 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
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener, slicer, ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of various debris: 1. The can opener and slicer were observed with an accumulation of debris. Proper sanitizing procedures reviewed with PIC. Deli slicing cleaning handout provided for PIC. 2. The ice machine was observed with an accumulation of bio-film. Ice machine was turned off and taken out of service. PIC to call for machine to be serviced. All equipment must be sanitized prior to use. Ice was disposed of.The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: 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. More employee/s to register to become certified in food safety.
2-102.12
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside 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
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Bowls are being used as scoops in containers of dry ingredients. 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. Bowls were tossed out.
3-304.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The sliding door in the kitchen was not in good repair (falling off of the track). 3-bay sink is lacking stoppers. Stoppers must be purchased.
4-501.11
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: The receptacle in the women's toilet room is lacking a cover. A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.
5-501.17
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Vittos Pizza and Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Vittos Pizza and Bar on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Vittos Pizza and Bar?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Vittos Pizza and Bar.
How does Vittos Pizza and Bar compare to other restaurants in Warwick?
Vittos Pizza and Bar most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Warwick average of 86.
Has Vittos Pizza and Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Vittos Pizza and Bar have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Vittos Pizza and Bar means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Vittos Pizza and Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Vittos Pizza and Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.
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