Archway Cafe

1150 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, RI 02917

Pizza

License: Cash Registers - 1-2

Last inspected: Nov 4, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

The inspection history at Archway Cafe is still short, with only two visits logged. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 4, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Proper cold holding temperatures” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to other Smithfield restaurants (averaging 78), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 4, 2025

Routine

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

View 4 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

Inspector notes: Milk was observed held at 44 degrees Fahrenheit in the lowboy refrigerator. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Milk was relocated to another refrigerator.

3-501.16(A)

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Per interview of staff, blender bowls are only washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the end of the day when they are taken to the main cafeteria. The surfaces of equipment that contacts time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods such as meats and cheeses must be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at least every four hours.

4-602.11

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Blender bowls observed stored beneath the paper towel dispenser at the hand washing sink. Equipment and utensils must be stored in a clean dry location, where they are not subject to dust, splash or other contamination, and at least 6 inches above the floor.

4-903.11(A)

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the floor fan have an accumulation of dust, dirt, and other debris.

4-602.13

Oct 28, 2024

Opening

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

View 5 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Coconut milk was observed held at 65 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Disposed.

3-501.16(A)

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly

Inspector notes: Single service items are not being stored properly in their original protective package and/or are stored on surfaces that is not clean in areas of the establishment.

4-903.11(A)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The self service refrigerator was not in good repair, not holding food at proper temperature. All foods requiring refrigeration were relocated to other units.

4-501.11

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Food observed stored less than 6 inches from the floor.

3-305.11

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Employees' clothing or other personal belongings were observed stored on the counter. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be used for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and other possessions.

6-501.110

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Archway Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Archway Cafe on file is from Nov 4, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Archway Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Archway Cafe.

How does Archway Cafe compare to other restaurants in Smithfield?

Archway Cafe most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Smithfield average of 78.

Has Archway Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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

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