Aci Medium Security

West Road, Cranston, RI 02920

License: Food Service (Non-Profit)

Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Public records show three inspections at Aci Medium Security stretching back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 11, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

The trend has not been favorable, with the count rising from two to five between inspections.

When inspectors have written things up, food separated and protected has been the most frequent reason, cited one time.

Aci Medium Security's latest score of 70 falls below the Cranston average of 88. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 11, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (shelled eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (syrup) 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

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The wall behind the three-bay sink area is in poor repair, paint was observed chipping. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of dust, dirt or other debris: 1. Standing fans (warewashing area) 2. Mixer

4-602.13

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The following were in poor repair: 1) Hot-hold unit door gaskets were observed torn and in poor repair. 2) Inspector observed dripping condensate from refrigerator #3 and #4.

4-501.11

Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: The flow pressure of the hot water sanitizing rinse (PSI) for both dishwashers was not between 15-25 PSI as required. PIC to use 3 bay sink to sanitize until dishwashers are serviced and reading 15-25 PSI.

4-501.113

Mar 26, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the spray bottles was less than 100 parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be 200-400 ppm.

4-501.114

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: The faucet at the sink near the dishwasher was observed to be leaking. A plumbing system shall be maintained in good repair and proper adjustment.

5-205.15

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Inspector notes: A soap dispenser was observed at the food prep sink near the vacant serving line.

6-301.13

Jan 23, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.

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Food not reheated to required temperature for hot holding (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Canned Tomato Sauce were only heated to 89 to 110 degrees Fahrenheit in hot holding unit. 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. Based on time and temperature observed, the pans of Sauce were moved to the ovens for rapid reheating at the time of inspection.

3-403.11

Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Per interview of the PIC, large plastic tubs of previously prepared salads (lettuce, tomato, carrot) was placed covered in the walk-in refrigerator. Large containers of salads were moved to the walk-in freezer for rapid cooling at the time of inspection.

3-501.15

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Aci Medium Security last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Aci Medium Security on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Aci Medium Security?

Across the inspection record, food separated and protected has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Aci Medium Security.

How does Aci Medium Security compare to other restaurants in Cranston?

Aci Medium Security most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Cranston average of 88.

Has Aci Medium Security's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Aci Medium Security have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about two per visit to around five more recently.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Aci Medium Security 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 Aci Medium Security inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Aci Medium Security is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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