Barnes and Noble Booksellers

Warwick Centre, Warwick, RI 02886

Café / Breakfast

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Feb 10, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Barnes and Noble Booksellers three times, with records going back to 2023. On Feb 10, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

“Food-contact surfaces” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Compared to other Warwick restaurants (averaging 86), there's room to close the gap. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 10, 2025

Routine

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

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Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of the ice machine were observed with an accumulation of bio-film. Per interview with PIC ice machine vents are cleaned daily and ice bin (where ice is held) is cleaned monthly in house. -Reach-in refrig. observed with dust buildup in vent. Ice machine and reach-in refrig. vent to be cleaned at an increase frequency. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.

4-601.11(A)

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed old rodent droppings in the corner of back storage area. PIC cleaned area at time of inspection. Establishment shall maintain cleanliness of all areas. Establishment to contact pest control to do a full assessment. PIC to email pest report to inspector.

6-501.111

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not have an on-site manager certified in food safety with RIDOH Center for food Protection at time of inspection. Provided Food Safety Manager application to PIC.

2-102.12

Dec 27, 2023

Re-Inspection

No violations found.

100

Dec 11, 2023

Routine

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

View 4 violations

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

Inspector notes: Various foods were observed held at 43-44 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Food was relocated at the time of inspection.

3-501.16(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of the ice machine were observed with an accumulation of bio-film. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice machine was turned off and ice was voluntarily disposed of. Ice machine to be cleaned at an increase frequency.

4-601.11(A)

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.

4-204.115

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The corner lowboy unit was observed with an ambient temperature of 44 degrees. Unit was taken out of service and all food was relocated to colder refrigeration at the time of inspection.

4-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Barnes and Noble Booksellers last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Barnes and Noble Booksellers on file is from Feb 10, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Barnes and Noble Booksellers?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Barnes and Noble Booksellers.

How does Barnes and Noble Booksellers compare to other restaurants in Warwick?

Barnes and Noble Booksellers most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Warwick average of 86.

Has Barnes and Noble Booksellers' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Barnes and Noble Booksellers have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Barnes and Noble Booksellers 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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