Baja's Fresh Grill Xi

3 Wilder Ave, Westerly, RI 02891

Mexican / Latin

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Dec 23, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Public records show four inspections at Baja's Fresh Grill Xi stretching back to 2025. The most recent visit was on Dec 23, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around zero violations across recent inspections versus roughly six violations before.

“Proper cooling time and temperature” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Westerly average 88, so Baja's Fresh Grill Xi is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Dec 23, 2025

Re-Inspection

No violations found.

100

Dec 12, 2025

Re-Inspection

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

View 3 violations

Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time

Inspector notes: Beef, which was prepared in advance, was not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. See disposal.

3-501.14

Food contacted unclean equipment or utensils (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (chicken) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (soup) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.

3-304.11

Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Per interview with PIC, beef was placed hot in the refrigerator in covered containers greater than four inches deep. Reviewed cooling methods with PIC.

3-501.15

Nov 24, 2025

Routine

4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.

View 8 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: 1) Raw animal foods (shrimp) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (vegetables, dressings) in the walk-in refrigerator. 2) Raw animal foods (beef) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (peppers, onions) in the prep unit. 3) Raw animal foods (raw beef) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (cooked beef) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.

3-302.11

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

Inspector notes: Beef, which was prepared in advance, was not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. See disposal.

3-501.14

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

Inspector notes: Cheese was observed held at 48-51 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Inspector informed PIC to not stack cheese in prep unit. Cheese was moved to another cooler at time of inspection.

3-501.16(A)

Toxic materials not stored separately from food (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: (Stainless Steel Cleaner) was stored on prep unit shelf. Chemicals must be stored to prevent the contamination of clean equipment, utensils linens, and/or single service by spacing or partitioning and locating them in an area that is not above food, equipment utensils, linens, and single service articles.

7-201.11

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of cockroaches is not controlled as evidenced by live cockroach in drive thru area. 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

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Knives were stored on an unclean surface (in between hot/cold service line) 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: Single service items were observed stored on the floor in the outside storage container. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

4-903.11(A)

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Missing floor tiles were observed in the following areas: 1) Walk-in cooler 2) Prep area The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Aug 12, 2025

Opening

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

Backflow prevention air gap not adequate

Inspector notes: Prep sink was lacking a proper air gap. An air gap is required in order to prevent the backflow of solid, liquid, or gaseous contaminants into the potable water supply at each point of use within a food establishment.

5-202.13

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Baja's Fresh Grill Xi last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Baja's Fresh Grill Xi on file is from Dec 23, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Baja's Fresh Grill Xi?

Across the inspection record, “proper cooling time and temperature” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Baja's Fresh Grill Xi.

How does Baja's Fresh Grill Xi compare to other restaurants in Westerly?

Baja's Fresh Grill Xi most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Westerly average of 88.

Has Baja's Fresh Grill Xi's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Baja's Fresh Grill Xi have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Baja's Fresh Grill Xi 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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