Alainas Coffee and Kitchen

74 Nooseneck Hill Rd, West Greenwich, RI 02817
Café / Breakfast
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Dec 30, 2024
74
Score
Medium Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Alainas Coffee and Kitchen, the earliest from 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 30, 2024. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly six violations earlier on.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “proper cold holding temperatures”, showing up four times.

Compared to other West Greenwich restaurants (averaging 86), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 30, 2024
Re-Inspection
3 major violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Food-contact surface not smooth, sealed, or easily cleanable
Inspector notes: The food-contact surfaces of the deli slicer are no longer easily cleanable. The blade was observed chipped and the meat gripper and blade guard had deep scratches and cracks on it. Equipment must be free of breaks, open seams, cracks, chips, inclusions, pits, and similar imperfections. Deli slicer must be repaired/replaced.
4-202.11
Food-contact surface not smooth, sealed, or easily cleanable
Inspector notes: The cutting boards on the 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.
4-202.11
Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food was 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
74
Dec 16, 2024
Environmental Complaint
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Turkey sausage was observed held at 48 degrees Fahrenheit in the large prep unit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per person in charge, turkey sausage had been in the unit for more than 4 hours. Turkey sausage was voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form). Container of turkey sausage was observed stacked on another container and stored over the fill line. Establishment must discontinue stacking and storing food over the fill line.
3-501.16(A)
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The condensate from the air conditioning unit is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-402.13
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Homemade dressings were observed expired. Dressings were voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form).
3-501.18
Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Deli meat was 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
Food label missing or inaccurate (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Baked goods (cookies & scones) packaged in the food establishment are lacking labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address. Baked goods were relocated behind the counter at time of inspection.
3-602.11
Food-contact surface not smooth, sealed, or easily cleanable
Inspector notes: The food-contact surfaces of the deli slicer are no longer easily cleanable. The blade was observed chipped and the meat gripper and blade guard had deep scratches and cracks on it. Equipment must be free of breaks, open seams, cracks, chips, inclusions, pits, and similar imperfections. Deli slicer must be repaired/replaced.
4-202.11
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Single-service articles were observed stored on the floor. Single-service articles must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground.
4-903.11(A)
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Containers of food were observed stacked on top of each other with the bottom of the container touching the food in the container below it. Containers must not be stacked on top of each other without a barrier between them to prevent contamination.
3-307.11
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Food was observed stored on the floor in the walk-in freezer. 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 the 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
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Oct 6, 2023
Re-Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food was observed held at 43-46 degrees Fahrenheit in the large prep unit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per person in charge, food had been in the prep unit for a couple hours. Food was relocated to another refrigeration unit during time of inspection. Affected food was in close proximity of table top oven. Inspector instructed person in charge not store food in close proximity to the oven.
3-501.16(A)
Sewage backflow not prevented
Inspector notes: The expresso machine is lacking an air gap. A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed.
5-402.11
Food label missing or inaccurate (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Pasta salad and broccoli salad packaged in the food establishment are lacking labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address. Food was relocated behind the counter during time of inspection. Per person in charge, food will not be packaged and made available for customers until labels are made.
3-602.11
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Oct 4, 2023
Environmental Complaint
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 12 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food was observed held at 45-50 degrees Fahrenheit in the refrigerator. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per person in charge, food had been in the refrigerator since the day prior. Food was voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form). All time/temperature control for safety foods (TCS) were relocated to the 2-door refrigerator. The ambient air temperature was observed at 41 degrees Fahrenheit during time of inspection. Refrigerator was taken out of service for storage of TCS foods and must not be used until it can maintain an internal food temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Refrigerator must be repaired/replaced/adjusted.
3-501.16(A)
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: The condensate from the air conditioner, expresso machine, and ice well are draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-402.13
Toxic materials not stored separately from food (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A sanitizing bucket was stored with food, equipment, utensils, or single service items. Chemicals must be stored to prevent the contamination of clean equipment, utensils linens, and/or single service by spacing or partitioning and locating them in an area that is not above food, equipment utensils, linens, and single service articles.
7-201.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food was observed held at 44-54 degrees Fahrenheit in the large prep unit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per person in charge, food had been in the prep unit for more than 4 hours. Food was voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form). All food items that had not been in the prep unit for more than 4 hours were relocated to the 2-door refrigerator. The ambient air temperature was observed at 57 degrees Fahrenheit during time of inspection. Prep unit was taken out of service and must not be used until it can maintain an internal food temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Prep unit must be repaired/replaced/adjusted.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener) 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)
Person in charge not present
Inspector notes: Menus are lacking an allergy statement notifying customers of their obligation to notify staff if they have a food allergy.
2-101.11
Handwashing done in improper location (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: An employee was observed washing their hands at the 3-bay sink. Food employees shall clean their hands in a designated hand-washing sink and not in a food preparation, mop, or ware-washing sink.
2-301.15
Toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used
Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in the refrigeration units. Cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.
4-203.12
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
Insect control devices improperly placed or designed
Inspector notes: An insect control device was observed installed over a rack of bagels. Insect control devices must not be stored over food. Bagels must be relocated or insect control device must be relocated.
6-202.13
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Almond milk was observed stored on the floor in the kitchen. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Single-use articles were observed stored on the floor next to the handwashing sink. Single-use articles must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground.
4-903.11(A)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Alainas Coffee and Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Alainas Coffee and Kitchen on file is from Dec 30, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Alainas Coffee and Kitchen?

Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Alainas Coffee and Kitchen.

How does Alainas Coffee and Kitchen compare to other restaurants in West Greenwich?

Alainas Coffee and Kitchen most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the West Greenwich average of 86.

Has Alainas Coffee and Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Alainas Coffee and Kitchen have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Alainas Coffee and Kitchen means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.