Andrews Bistro

3755 Mendon Road, Cumberland, RI 02864

Italian

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Nov 13, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Andrews Bistro has three inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 13, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.

When inspectors have written things up, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Compared to other Cumberland restaurants (averaging 88), there's room to close the gap. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 13, 2025

Routine

4 minor violations.

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Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected

Inspector notes: Protective shielding is not provided for the lights in the kitchen area. 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

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. No person in the establishment trained as a Food Safety Manager is registered with the RIDOH.

2-102.12(A)

Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable

Inspector notes: The cutting boards in the kitchen 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

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair on the grill prep unit and the sauté prep unit.

4-501.11

Nov 7, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

2-102.12

Oct 17, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 7 violations

Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Soup and mashed potatoes, which was prepared in advance, was not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Soups and mashed potatoes were placed in pans greater than four inches deep and not cooled below 41 Degrees Fahrenheit. Food items were observed at 49 DF. Food items were voluntarily disposed of.

3-501.14

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

Inspector notes: Prep unit 1 was observed held at 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Food items (baked stuffed mushrooms 50, Cheese 51, peperoni 50, sausage 50, ham 50, polenta 50, eggplant 50, potato cake 50) in the unit were observed at 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Food items were voluntarily disposed of. Unit is not to be used until repair is made.

3-501.16(A)

Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Shellstock Clams located in walk in cooler did not have the proper identification tags. Shellstock tags must remain attached to the container in which the shellstock are received until the container is empty. Clams were voluntarily disposed of.

3-203.12

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair on the two door low boy. Gaskets must be maintained in good repair.

4-501.11

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: The door to the employee toilet room is not self-closing. Bathroom doors that open to food prep areas must be self closing.

6-501.19

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: The dumpster 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.

6-202.110

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Andrews Bistro last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Andrews Bistro on file is from Nov 13, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Andrews Bistro?

Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Andrews Bistro.

How does Andrews Bistro compare to other restaurants in Cumberland?

Andrews Bistro most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Cumberland average of 88.

Has Andrews Bistro's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Andrews Bistro have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Andrews Bistro 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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