Bottega Bocconi

1965 E Main Rd, Portsmouth, RI 02871

Grocery / Market

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: May 6, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. The latest inspection on file is from May 6, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around zero violations across recent inspections versus roughly seven violations before.

Restaurants in Portsmouth average 81, so Bottega Bocconi is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

May 6, 2025

Re-Inspection

No violations found.

100

Apr 22, 2025

Routine

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

View 7 violations

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

Inspector notes: 1. Ham, mortadella, porchetta and nduja sausage were observed at 47-48 degrees Fahrenheit in the deli cooler. Ambient of unit was observed at 46 degrees Fahrenheit. 2. Various foods in the walk-in cooler were observed between 44-47 degrees Fahrenheit during time of inspection. Ambient of unit was observed at 46 degrees Fahrenheit. Itemized list and temperatures on disposal list. Foods that were out of temperature for an unknown amount of time were voluntarily disposed of. 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)

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of both slicers were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Slicers were cleaned and sanitized during time of inspection.

4-602.11

Person in charge not present

Inspector notes: No person certified in food safety was present as needed at the time of inspection.

2-101.11

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

Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations

Inspector notes: The Person in charge did not assure compliance with critical code requirements.

2-103.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Establishment's Rhode Island Certified Food Safety Manager license is expired. FMC must re-instate. Food safety certificate current.

2-102.12(A)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: One deli display cooler (observed at 46 degrees Fahrenheit) and Walk-In Cooler (observed at 46 degrees Fahrenheit) were in poor repair during time of inspection. Both units were taken out of service to hold potentially hazardous foods during time of inspection. Units must be properly adjusted/repaired/replaced.

4-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bottega Bocconi last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bottega Bocconi on file is from May 6, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Bottega Bocconi compare to other restaurants in Portsmouth?

Bottega Bocconi most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Portsmouth average of 81.

Has Bottega Bocconi's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Bottega Bocconi have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Bottega Bocconi 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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