Wise Guys Deli and Pizza

133 Atwells Ave, Providence, RI 02903

Pizza

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Oct 12, 2023

100

Score

Low Risk

Wise Guys Deli and Pizza has only two inspections on file, a thin record to work from. The latest inspection on file is from Oct 12, 2023. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. Note that Wise Guys Deli and Pizza's inspection history hasn't been updated since Oct 12, 2023; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

The trend has been moving in the right direction: 16 violations last time, zero this time.

When inspectors have written things up, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Wise Guys Deli and Pizza's latest score of 100 sits above the Providence average of 80. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Oct 12, 2023

Re-Inspection

No violations found.

100

Jul 10, 2023

Routine

3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.

View 16 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 cooked chicken) 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

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Plumbing for 3 bay sink was observed leaking into a pan. Plumbing systems to be maintained in good repair and proper adjustment.

5-205.15

Employees not reporting illness or health conditions

Inspector notes: There was no evidence that employees are required to report to the person in charge information about their health (illnesses, symptoms) as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food.

2-201.11

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Dishes and utensils were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.

5-205.11

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Employee was observed draining food into handwashing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.

5-205.11

Management, food employee and conditional employee knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

Inspector notes: The establishment is lacking a thermometer to test food temperatures. Food temperature measuring devices shall be provided and be readily accessible for checking cooking, cooling, reheating, and hot/cold holding temperatures of time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods.

4-203.11

Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the quaternary ammonium sanitizing solution for the 3 bay sink.

4-302.14

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the storage room in basement area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.

6-501.114

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Openings were observed in basement storage room and stair pillar. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected

Inspector notes: Protective shielding is not provided for the lights in the walk-in cooler. Light bulbs must be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.

6-202.11

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Prepared salads and salad dressings were observed held at 44-55 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Foods were prepared yesterday. Foods were voluntarily disposed by the PIC.

3-501.16(A)

Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly

Inspector notes: Rodent carcass was observed in basement storage room. 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

Insect control devices improperly placed or designed

Inspector notes: Fly tape was observed by handwashing sink and in prep area in kitchen. Insect electrocution devices are considered supplemental to good sanitation practices in meeting the Code requirement for controlling the presence of flies and other insects in a food establishment.

6-202.13

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: 2 door refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair.

4-501.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the chest freezer in the basement and shelving in the walk-in cooler have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-601.11(B)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors and stairs in the basement 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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wise Guys Deli and Pizza last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wise Guys Deli and Pizza on file is from Oct 12, 2023. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Wise Guys Deli and Pizza?

Across the inspection record, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Wise Guys Deli and Pizza.

How does Wise Guys Deli and Pizza compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Wise Guys Deli and Pizza most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.

Has Wise Guys Deli and Pizza's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Wise Guys Deli and Pizza have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around zero violations compared to about 16 previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Wise Guys Deli and 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.

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