Belmont Market Place

600 Kingstown Road, South Kingstown, RI 02879
Grocery / Market
License: Cash Registers - 6 or more
Last inspected: Dec 16, 2024
70
Score
Medium Risk

Belmont Market Place has been inspected five times since 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 16, 2024. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

The last inspection found five violations, up from two the time before.

The pattern that stands out is food properly labeled, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in South Kingstown average 87, so Belmont Market Place trails the local norm. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 16, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Several food items packaged in the food establishment (Bakery and Prepared Foods) are lacking labels with complete information. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of all ingredients and allergens, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address.
3-602.11
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: The area outside of the Prepared Foods Kitchen being used for food preparation is lacking a hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink is to be installed to allow for convenient use by employees in food preparation, food dispensing, and ware-washing areas.
5-204.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the ice machine area, is not tight-fitting (Gap at the base of the door). Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Bowls are being used as scoops in containers of in containers of food items. Utensils used to dispense non-time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods such as sugar and flour must be stored in the food item with their handles above the top of the food within the container.
3-304.12
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following were observed to have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris... - The bakery mixer machines - Shared deli/prepared foods walk-in cooler fan shrouds, light shield(s), and ceiling - Base of dairy milk storage coolers under shelving Non-FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
4-602.13
70
Oct 11, 2023
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 2, 2023
Environmental Complaint
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Per interview of staff, slicers that are continuously being used are only washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the end of the day. 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. At the time of inspection, staff discontinued use of slicers to properly wash, rinse, and sanitize. Slicer information left with PIC.
4-602.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Various foods were observed held at 43-50 degrees Fahrenheit in the display cooler that was maintaining an ambient between 43-48 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Foods were placed in the unit over 4 hours prior to inspection. Food voluntarily disposed of by PIC.
3-501.16(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Various items in the deli display cooler were 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
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The display cooler containing the prepared foods was observed maintaining an ambient temperature of 43-48 degrees Fahrenehit. Unit to be taken out of serivce until it can be replaced/repaired/serviced.
4-501.11
64
May 31, 2023
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
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 of the PIC, Pasta was placed hot in the refrigerator in covered plastic containers. Pasta was moved to sheet pans for proper cooling at the time of inspection.
3-501.15
90
May 16, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Several food items in the Prepared Foods Walk-In Cooler were observed held between 41 to 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. (The walk-in cooler was observed to be maintaining an ambient temperature of 42 degrees Fahrenheit at the time of inspection)
3-501.16(A)
Toxic materials not stored separately from food (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chemical Spray Bottles were observed on or above prep surfaces and next to single service items. 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. (Spray bottles were moved to a separate location at the time of inspection.)
7-201.11
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Large containers of previously sliced/prepped cut fruits were 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
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Pastry items kept in the Bakery Display Case packaged in the food establishment, that are meant for customer self-selection, are lacking proper ingredient/allergen 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
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following equipment were observed to have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris... - The Walk-In Cooler Unit Fan Shrouds in the Dairy and Prepared Foods Walk-Ins were observed to have a build up of dust/debris - The Walk-In Cooler Ceiling Unit in the Meat Department was observed to have a build-up of ice - The Prep table in the Produce Prep Room was observed to have a build-up of old stickers on the surface corner (Stickers to be removed for proper sanitizing)
4-602.13
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The doors and garage style doors to the outside in the backroom areas, 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 following equipment was observed to be area not in good repair at the time of inspection... - The Prepared Foods Walk-In Cooler was observed to be maintaining an ambient temperature of 41 to 44 degrees Fahrenheit with food temperatures observed at 41 to 44 degrees Fahrenheit. Call for service was made at the time of inspection. Refrigeration Technician was on site by the end of inspection. - The 2 Door Reach-In Cooler in the deli area was observed to have torn gaskets
4-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Belmont Market Place last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Belmont Market Place on file is from Dec 16, 2024. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Belmont Market Place?

Across the inspection record, food properly labeled has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Belmont Market Place.

How does Belmont Market Place compare to other restaurants in South Kingstown?

Belmont Market Place most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the South Kingstown average of 87.

Has Belmont Market Place's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Belmont Market Place have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about two per visit to around five more recently.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Belmont Market Place 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 Belmont Market Place inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Belmont Market Place is inspected around three times per year on average.