Bagelz the Bagel Bakery

90-92 Pershing Avenue, South Kingstown, RI 02879
Café / Breakfast
License: Seats - 50 or More
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026
61
Score
Medium Risk

Across the available record, Bagelz the Bagel Bakery has five inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 14, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Compared to the prior visit, inspectors found more to write up: eight violations versus two before.

When inspectors have written things up, insects, rodents & animals not present has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.

That's lower than the typical South Kingstown restaurant, which scores around 87. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, cream cheeses packaged/repackaged in the food establishment are lacking complete label information. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients (sub ingredients and allergens), the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address.
3-602.11
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: The menu board is lacking a proper consumer advisory pertaining to the salmon lox (served raw/undercooked). A written consumer advisory (on the menu, table tent, or placard) informing the consumer of the significantly increased risk associated with certain vulnerable consumers eating such food in a raw or undercooked form. Consumer advisory is to be added.
3-603.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside in the backroom area was observed to have a gap at the base when closed. Door gap is to be sealed tightly fitting to prevent possible of entry of pests.
6-202.15
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The hand sink in the backroom area was observed to be pulling away/loosely attached to the wall. Hand sink is to be reattached/installed to ensure continued availability for proper use.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the back hand sink and the deli slicer were observed to have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Non-food-contact surfaces of equipment are to be cleaned at a frequency necessary to keep them clean and to preclude the buildup of debris. (PIC cleaned surfaces at time of inspection.)
4-602.13
Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The dumpster outside is located on gravel/stone. 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.
5-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Areas of the backroom walls were observed to have surfaces in poor repair (cracked/holes). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floor in the backroom dry ingredients' storage area and the ceiling to the walk-in cooler were observed with a buildup of dust and debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
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Aug 20, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Person in charge not present
Inspector notes: No person in charge certified in food safety was present as needed at the time of inspection. 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.
2-101.11
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The dumpster outside is located on gravel/stone. 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.
5-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The wall between the ice machine and the storage shelving in the back area is in poor repair (cracked/holes). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back storage area, 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
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: The receptacle in the unisex toilet room is lacking a cover. A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.
5-501.17
74
Jul 24, 2023
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jun 27, 2023
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Chicken Salad and Sliced Onion were observed held at 48 and 51 degrees Fahrenheit respectively in the front service prep unit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Chicken Salad and Onion were disposed of at the time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, Cream cheeses that are taken form original manufacturers packaging and packaged/repackaged in the establishment were observed marked with a use by date longer than 7 days from opening of original packaging. Product packaging use by dates were all appropriately adjusted to 7 days from date of packaging/repackaging at the time of inspection.
3-501.17
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, cream cheeses packaged/repackaged in the food establishment are lacking complete label information. 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. Per the PIC, a label making machine has been obtained and complete lists of ingredients are currently being organized.
3-602.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back area, is not tight-fitting at the base. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors. Per the PIC, currently working on getting a new gasket for the door.
6-202.15
67
Jun 12, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Sliced Cheese in the Prep Unit was observed held at 51 to 54 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. The vents to the toaster unit located next to the prep unit were observed to be blowing directly towards the foods in the prep unit with the prep unit lid open. (Cheese was voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection.)
3-501.16(A)
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, an allergen awareness statement was not observed available for customer viewing. An allergen awareness statement is to be made and viewable to the public.
2-103.11
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Food items packaged/repackaged in the food establishment (pastries and cream cheeses) are lacking proper 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.
3-602.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The doors to the outside, located in the Back Prep Area and the Front Entrance, are 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
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The gasket to the walk-in cooler door was observed to be in poor repair (torn/ripped). Equipment is to be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The wall and coving in the back prep area behind the ice machine and next to the swinging door are in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bagelz the Bagel Bakery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bagelz the Bagel Bakery on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bagelz the Bagel Bakery?

Across the inspection record, insects, rodents & animals not present has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Bagelz the Bagel Bakery.

How does Bagelz the Bagel Bakery compare to other restaurants in South Kingstown?

Bagelz the Bagel Bakery most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the South Kingstown average of 87.

Has Bagelz the Bagel Bakery's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Bagelz the Bagel Bakery have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about two per visit to around eight more recently.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Bagelz the Bagel Bakery 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 Bagelz the Bagel Bakery inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Bagelz the Bagel Bakery is inspected around two times per year on average.