Baja Fresh Express Ii

651 Metacom Ave, Warren, RI 02885
Mexican / Latin
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Apr 9, 2025
74
Score
Medium Risk

The inspection history at Baja Fresh Express Ii is still short, with only two visits logged. On Apr 9, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

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

Across the inspection history, proper cold holding temperatures is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded one time.

The city-wide average sits at 90, which Baja Fresh Express Ii's 74 doesn't quite reach. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 9, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Ambient temperature of dessert slide cold hold was observed held at 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Dessert observed at 44 degrees F. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. TCS food products were moved to the 3-door reach-in unit. Service call placed. No TCS foods/drinks are to be stored in this unit until it is serviced and maintaining a consistent temperature at/below 41 degrees F.
3-501.16(A)
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. Establishment has employees certified in a food safety management through an approved course. One employee must register with RIDOH Center for Food Protection as the Certified Food Safety Manager. Application provided.
2-102.12(A)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the condenser fan guards in walk-in #2 have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Fan guards are to be cleaned.
4-602.13
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: Individual cutting boards 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
74
Apr 11, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Taco beef was observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.
3-501.17
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
Inspector notes: Utensils (grill spatulas) were observed stored in stagnant water between uses. In use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location.
3-304.12
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The floor near the service line, in front of the 3-door reach-in, is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-101.11
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Baja Fresh Express Ii last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Baja Fresh Express Ii on file is from Apr 9, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Baja Fresh Express Ii?

Across the inspection record, proper cold holding temperatures has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Baja Fresh Express Ii.

How does Baja Fresh Express Ii compare to other restaurants in Warren?

Baja Fresh Express Ii most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Warren average of 90.

Has Baja Fresh Express Ii's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Baja Fresh Express Ii have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about three per visit to around four more recently.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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