Aldi

11 Eddie Dowling Hwy, North Smithfield, RI 02896

Grocery / Market

License: Cash Registers - 3-5

Last inspected: Jan 29, 2026

Score

Low Risk

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 29, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things are looking better: the most recent inspection turned up three violations, compared to five violations previously.

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

Aldi's latest score of 86 sits above the North Smithfield average of 82. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 29, 2026

Routine

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors in the following area have an accumulation of debris: -under produce shelving -under shelving in walk-in freezer -corner near door to walk-in freezer. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets (dairy) were observed in poor repair.

4-501.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the open-air case vents and shelving have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC stated deep cleaning for refrigeration units has been scheduled for 2/25/26.

4-602.13

Mar 19, 2024

Routine

2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 5 violations

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by rodent droppings outside the walk in freezer door, and inside the walk in freezer near the door. 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

No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the women's toilet room.. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.

6-301.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the open-air cases, curbside freezer, curbside refrigerators, plastic cart, and some market shelves have an accumulation of dust and food debris.

4-601.11(B)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors and shelving in the walk in coolers, and shopping area has an accumulation of soil debris and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: The area around the loading dock has an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.114

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Aldi last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Aldi on file is from Jan 29, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Aldi?

Across the inspection record, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Aldi.

How does Aldi compare to other restaurants in North Smithfield?

Aldi most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the North Smithfield average of 82.

Has Aldi's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Aldi have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around three violations compared to about five previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Aldi 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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