Apple Cinemas Warwick
Last inspected: Sep 8, 2025
64
Score
Apple Cinemas Warwick has been inspected four times since 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 8, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around seven violations each, up from closer to three violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable”, which has been cited three times.
Compared to other Warwick restaurants (averaging 86), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 8, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of residue. Observed residue dripping directly in ice. PIC voluntarily dispose of ice and clean ice machine at time of inspection. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Warewashing facilities; installed maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher was (0) parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm. PIC shall sanitize dishes/utensil in 3-bay sink until dishwasher is fixed. Per PIC service call will be placed.
4-501.116
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety with RIDOH CFP at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.
2-102.12(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: (Walk-in freezer) located in the (Kitchen) area was not in good repair. Observed walk-in freezer pipes with ice build-up, in ceiling, leaking into two buckets. PIC stated that condenser in freezer is broken. NO TCS foods located in freezer at time of inspection. Establishment has 3 external freezers. Service order is in place.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following: -Fan covers in walk-in cooler -Stove hood vents have an accumulation of residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: The following -Floors and behind equipment -drains connected to soda machines -walls next to flat top station located in the kitchen/soda storage room area has residue and other debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-201.11
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: The coving in the (service) area is in poor repair. Observed corner of wall coving off wall. Observed missing floor titles located in popcorn/dry ingredients storage room. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-201.13
64
Apr 30, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Insufficient number of handwashing sinks
Inspector notes: At time of inspection, it was determined that the cookline does not have a hand-washing sink that is conveniently located and/or readily accessible. Hand-washing sinks must be located to allow convenient use by employees in food preparation, food dispensing, and ware-washing areas. Per interview with PIC, an additional hand sink will be installed.
5-203.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following areas of the physical facilities were observed with an accumlation of debris: 1) The hood vents had dust 2) The ceiling tiles in the cookline and back prep area had dust 3) The column in front of prep unit had dust 4) The air vent above the dish machine area had dust
6-501.12
86
Apr 16, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of biofilm. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. PIC too machine out of service to clean and sanitize and voluntarily disposed of ice.
4-601.11(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by live activity observed in hallway. 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
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following areas of the physical facilities were observed with an accumulation of debris: 1) The hood vents had dust 2) The ceiling vent near the prep area had dust 3) The column in front of prep unit had dust
6-501.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The faucet and lever for the stopper/plug located at the three bay sink were observed with leaks. Equipment must be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
74
May 24, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dish machine at the bar.
4-302.13
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the sanitizing solution for the 3-bay.
4-302.14
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
Inspector notes: The ice scoop is stored on an unclean surface (top of the ice machine) between uses. During pauses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location.
3-304.12
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Cups were observed stored on the floor in the multiple storage areas. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
4-903.11(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The flip top of the prep unit was observed in poor repair. (not properly attached).
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the vent cover in the walk-in has an accumulation of dust and bio-film.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The tiles in the kitchen next to the drain was observed in poor repair allowing water to pool. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors in the walk-in and drains in the soda room were observed with an accumulation of food debris and bio-film. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary.
6-501.12
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Apple Cinemas Warwick last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Apple Cinemas Warwick on file is from Sep 8, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Apple Cinemas Warwick?
Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Apple Cinemas Warwick.
How does Apple Cinemas Warwick compare to other restaurants in Warwick?
Apple Cinemas Warwick most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Warwick average of 86.
Has Apple Cinemas Warwick's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Apple Cinemas Warwick have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Apple Cinemas Warwick 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 Apple Cinemas Warwick inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Apple Cinemas Warwick is inspected around two times per year on average.
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