Borrellis Pastry Shop

765 Tiogue Ave, Coventry, RI 02816

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Processor Retail - In-State

Last inspected: Sep 22, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Borrellis Pastry Shop appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2024. Borrellis Pastry Shop was last inspected on Sep 22, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near five violations per visit across recent inspections.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean”, showing up two times.

By comparison, the average Coventry facility scores 88, putting Borrellis Pastry Shop on the weaker side. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Sep 22, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Person in charge not present

Inspector notes: Establishment did not have food safety manager at time of inspection. Please email inspector proof of enrollment and completion of a food safety manager course.

2-101.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors and walls throughout the facility have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the production room, 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

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the fan and shelves have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-602.13

Jul 26, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Sewage backflow not prevented

Inspector notes: The sink used for food preparation is lacking an air gap. A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed.

5-402.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. All items were placed in dishwasher.

4-601.11(A)

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety certified with RIDOH. Application printed.

2-102.12

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the portable fan and wall fan have an accumulation of dust and debris.

4-602.13

Feb 19, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 7 violations

Backflow prevention air gap not adequate

Inspector notes: The hose at the 3-bay sink is hanging below the flood rim. A plumbing system shall be installed to prevent backflow of a liquid or gas contaminant into the water supply by providing an air gap or installing an approved backflow prevention device.

5-202.13

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized

Inspector notes: The food-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils were not sanitized. The required utensil surface temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was not achieved during the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher as evidenced by the failure of the thermolabel (temperature indicator) affixed to the surface of a utensil to turn black. In addition the temperature gauge of the machine only reached 139.1 degrees. Establishment to switch to 3-bay sink until dish machine is serviced/repaired. Dish washer to be tested to ensure it reaches proper temperature.

4-501.114

No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

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

6-301.11

Food label missing or inaccurate

Inspector notes: Baked goods packaged in the food establishment are lacking adequate labels. The name of the FOOD source for each MAJOR FOOD ALLERGEN contained in the FOOD unless the FOOD source is already part of the common or usual name of the respective ingredient

3-602.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety with RIDOH. Application printed.

2-102.12

Food storage containers not labeled with contents

Inspector notes: Working containers of dry ingredients (sprinkles, etc.) are not labeled with the common name of the food. Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages, such as flour, herbs, salt, sugar, and spices must be labeled with the common name of the food.

3-302.12

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The basement has an accumulation of rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Borrellis Pastry Shop last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Borrellis Pastry Shop on file is from Sep 22, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Borrellis Pastry Shop?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Borrellis Pastry Shop.

How does Borrellis Pastry Shop compare to other restaurants in Coventry?

Borrellis Pastry Shop most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Coventry average of 88.

Has Borrellis Pastry Shop's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Borrellis Pastry Shop have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Borrellis Pastry Shop 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 Borrellis Pastry Shop inspected?

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

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