Blue Dory

61 Dodge Street, New Shoreham, RI 02807
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Jul 17, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Blue Dory has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent visit was on Jul 17, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The latest visit found two violations, down from five violations the time before.

Proper cold holding temperatures accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing 10 times across the record.

Blue Dory scores about where you'd expect for a New Shoreham restaurant. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 17, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cream Cheese was observed held at 52 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge to keep cream cheese submerged into ice/ice bath for proper cold holding procedures. Per PIC, food was put out an hour prior to inspection. Food was relocated to refrigerator to rapidly cool. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling.
3-501.16(A)
86
Jul 1, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Milk, cream cheese, and cheese was observed held at 65-70 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per PIC, foods were placed under 2 hours prior to inspection. Based on time and temperature food determined to be safe and did not need to be disposed of.
3-501.16(A)
Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher was 25 parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm. Sanitizer solution was replaced and calibrated to proper concentration.
4-501.114
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: No person in charge certified in food safety was present as needed at the time of inspection.
2-103.11
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: Eggs are served undercooked/over easy at the breakfast buffet. A written consumer advisory (on the menu, table tent, or placard) is not provided to the consumer informing them of the significantly increased risk associated with certain vulnerable consumers eating such food in a raw or undercooked form.
3-603.11
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. FMC28298 is expired, PIC given application for CFSM.
2-102.12(A)
58
Jul 16, 2024
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 2, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Eggs were observed held at 105-113 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Inspector determined that eggs were out of proper temperature for less than two hours and did not need to be disposed of.
3-501.16(A)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Yogurt and cut melon were observed held at 60 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 determined that these items were out of proper temperature for less than two hours and did not need to be disposed of.
3-501.16(A)
Person in charge lacks food safety knowledge
Inspector notes: There was no evidence that employees are required to report to the person in charge information about their health (illnesses, symptoms) as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food.
2-102.11(C)
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
Inspector notes: The establishment does not have a written procedure for cleaning vomit and diarrhea.
2-501.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand wash sink was observed being used as a dump and rinse sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the dish machine and three bay sink.
4-302.14
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: The establishment is lacking a serivce sink. Mop water and similar liquid wastes are contaminated with microorganisms and other filth. Waste water must be disposed of in a sanitary manner that will not contaminate food or food equipment. A service sink or curbed cleaning facility with a drain allows for such disposal.
5-203.13
47
Jul 20, 2023
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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. Per person in charge, she has signed up for a food safety course. Proof of enrollment was given during time of inspection. Please email inspector proof upon completion of course.
2-102.12
95
Jul 13, 2023
Re-Inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Pretzel bites were observed adulterated (mold grown on them). Pretzel bites were voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form).
3-101.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food was observed held at 43-60 degrees Fahrenheit in refrigerator #3. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per person in charge, food had been out of temperature since the day prior. Food was voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form). Refrigerator had an ambient air temperature of 50 degrees Fahrenheit during time of inspection. Refrigerator was taken out of service during time of inspection and must not be used until it is repaired/replaced and can maintain an internal food temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Per person in charge, a new refrigerator has already been ordered but has not been delivered yet. Please email inspector proof of repair/replacement of refrigerator.
3-501.16(A)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food was observed held at 43-46 degrees Fahrenheit in refrigerator #2. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per person in charge, food had been out of temperature for more than 4 hours. Food was voluntarily disposed of during time of inspection (see attached disposal form). Refrigerator had an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit during time of inspection. Refrigerator was taken out of service during time of inspection and must not be used until it is repaired/replaced and can maintain an internal food temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Please email inspector proof or repair/replacement.
3-501.16(A)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Milk was observed held at 67 degrees Fahrenheit in an ice bath on the counter. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per person in charge, milk had been on the counter for about 2 hours. Milk was relocated to a refrigeration unit during time of inspection.
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. Please email inspector proof of enrollment in a food safety course.
2-102.12
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: An open employees' beverage container was observed stored in a food preparation area. Employees shall not drink from open beverage containers in order to prevent contamination of their hands, the container, and exposed food.
2-401.11
50
Jun 29, 2023
Re-Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food was observed held at 43-53 degrees Fahrenheit in refrigerator #3. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per person in charge, food had been in the refrigerator since the day prior. Food was voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form). Refrigerator was taken out of service at time of inspection and must not be used until it is repaired or replaced.
3-501.16(A)
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Tomatoes were observed with mold on them. Food must be in good condition, safe, and unadulterated. Tomatoes were voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form).
3-101.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
Inspector notes: An employee was observed dumping food and washing equipment in the handwashing sink. Handwashing sinks must only be used for handwashing.
5-205.11
Person in charge not present
Inspector notes: Establishment is lacking an allergy sign notifying customers of their obligation to notify staff if they have a food allergy.
2-101.11
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: An open employees' beverage container was observed stored in a food preparation area. Employees shall not drink from open beverage containers in order to prevent contamination of their hands, the container, and exposed food.
2-401.11
Handwashing sign not posted (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The handwashing sink in the kitchen is lacking a handwashing sink sign
6-301.14
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. Per person in charge, she is in the process of taking the course. An invoice was provided during time of inspection.
2-102.12
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the basement and front door, is 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
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
47
Jun 13, 2023
Routine
4 critical violations. 6 major violations. 7 minor violations. 9 corrected on site.
View 17 violations
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Single-use articles (disposable cups) were observed stored on the floor in the dry storage area. Single-use articles must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground.
4-903.11(A)
Medicines stored or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employees' medicines were not stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, or utensils.
7-207.11
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Ginger was observed with mold on it in the refrigerator. Ginger was voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form).
3-101.11
Employees not reporting illness or health conditions
Inspector notes: There was no evidence that employees are required to report to the person in charge information about their health (illnesses, symptoms) as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food.
2-201.11
Person in charge not present
Inspector notes: There was not an allergy statement notifying customers of their obligation to notify staff if they have a food allergy.
2-101.11
No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the bathroom. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.
6-301.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Multiple food items (see temperature observations) were observed held at 43-47 degrees Fahrenheit in the refrigerator #3. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Food was voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form). The ambient air temperature was observed at 44 degrees Fahrenheit at time of inspection. Refrigerator was taken out of service and must not be used until it can maintain an internal food temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Refrigeration temperature dial was set at the warmest setting during time of inspection. Per person in charge, establishment will call refrigeration services if the unit can not be adjusted to the proper temperature to store food at 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
3-501.16(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by rodent droppings. 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. Per person in charge pest control services will be contacted.
6-501.111
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the dishwasher.
4-302.14
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the basement and the front door, 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
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 must enroll additional employees in a food safety course. Please email inspector proof of enrollment in a food safety course.
2-102.12
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area
Inspector notes: An open employees' beverage container was observed stored in a food preparation area. Employees shall not drink from open beverage containers in order to prevent contamination of their hands, the container, and exposed food.
2-401.11
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Spices and potatoes were observed stored on the floor in the dry storage area. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Multiple food items were observed uncovered in the refrigeration units. Food must be covered during storage to prevent contamination.
3-305.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Multiple food items (see temperature observations) were observed held at 47-52 degrees Fahrenheit in the refrigerator. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Food was voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form). The ambient air temperature was observed at 50 degrees Fahrenheit at time of inspection. Refrigerator was taken out of service and must not be used until it can maintain an internal food temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Refrigeration temperature dial was set at the warmest setting during time of inspection. Per person in charge, establishment will call refrigeration services if the unit can not be adjusted to the proper temperature to store food at 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
3-501.16(A)
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the basement area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Blue Dory last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Blue Dory on file is from Jul 17, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Blue Dory?

Across the inspection record, proper cold holding temperatures has been cited 10 times, more than any other issue at Blue Dory.

How does Blue Dory compare to other restaurants in New Shoreham?

Blue Dory most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the New Shoreham average of 85.

Has Blue Dory's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Blue Dory 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 Blue Dory inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Blue Dory is inspected around four times per year on average.