Bestway

1353 Park Avenue, Cranston, RI 02920

License: Cash Registers - 1-2

Last inspected: Oct 20, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Bestway has been inspected three times since 2023. The most recent report on file is from Oct 20, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The trend has been moving in the right direction: five violations last time, three this time.

The most common issue across all inspections has been food separated and protected, showing up two times.

By comparison, the average Cranston facility scores 88, putting Bestway on the weaker side. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Oct 20, 2025

Routine

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

View 3 violations

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

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as milk) in the dairy cooler. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.

3-302.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the fan covers in the walk-in cooler has an accumulation of dust.

4-602.13

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The ceiling tiles in the main retail area is in poor repair (water damage). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Dec 7, 2023

Reinspection for Opening

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

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

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as beverages) in a refrigeration unit. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.

3-302.11

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the back storage areas. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.

6-501.114

Nov 20, 2023

Opening

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 8 violations

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

Inspector notes: Various food product was observed held at (46-52) degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling.PIC voluntarily disposed of food.

3-501.16(A)

Equipment material allows contamination or unsafe migration

Inspector notes: Walk in cooler located in the retail area was not in good repair(inadequate ambient temperatures).Establishment not allowed to store any TCS foods in unit until serviced/repaired.

4-101.11

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the back storage area was lacking paper towels.

6-301.12

No soap available at handwashing sink

Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the back storage area. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.

6-301.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the shelves in back storage area have an accumulation of dust and a small accumulation old rodent droppings.

4-602.13

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The ceilings and fans in walk in cooler has an accumulation of dust. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the back storage and outside back area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.

6-501.114

Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected

Inspector notes: Protective shielding is not provided for the lights in the walk in cooler. Light bulbs must be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.

6-202.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bestway last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bestway on file is from Oct 20, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bestway?

Across the inspection record, food separated and protected has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Bestway.

How does Bestway compare to other restaurants in Cranston?

Bestway most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Cranston average of 88.

Has Bestway's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Bestway have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around three violations compared to about five previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Bestway means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Bestway inspected?

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

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