Bowlero Cranston

1450 Elmwood Avenue, Cranston, RI 02910

Bar / Pub

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show three inspections at Bowlero Cranston stretching back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 7, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The most recent inspection cleaned up several issues, finishing with one violation after eight on the prior visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been certified food protection manager, showing up two times.

Among Cranston restaurants, the typical score is 88; Bowlero Cranston is comfortably above that bar. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 7, 2026

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 with RIDOH.

2-102.12(A)

Dec 10, 2025

Environmental Complaint

2 major violations. 5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 7 violations

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of pizza trays were observed in contact with rodent droppings. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. PIC removed pizza trays and sanitized them. Pizza trays to no longer be stored on bottom shelf until pest activity is resolved.

4-601.11(A)

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by droppings in various location of facility. 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.

6-501.111

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 provided.

2-102.12(A)

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back storage and entrances, 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 shelving inside of cupboards in the bar area have an accumulation of rodent droppings. Area to be cleaned.

4-602.13

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The wall in the storage area next to the kitchen has a large hole in the bottom of it. Droppings were observed inside of hole. Area to be cleaned and hole to be sealed.

6-501.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors throughout the facility have an accumulation of rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Jul 31, 2023

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 9 violations

Equipment material allows contamination or unsafe migration

Inspector notes: 1 Dr Refrigerator located in the kitchen area was not in good repair(broken handles).

4-101.11

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

Inspector notes: Various cheeses 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 cheese.

3-501.16(A)

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of rodents and flies is not controlled as evidenced by live activity. 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.

6-501.111

Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the quaternary sanitizing solution for the 3 bay sink.

4-302.14

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.

2-102.12

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back storage area, 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 kitchen shelves and have an accumulation of dust, food residue, and other debris.

4-602.13

Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

Inspector notes: The floors in the back storage area has an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-201.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The: 1.floor tiles in kitchen and bar area(missing tiles) 2.ceilings bar storage area(observed a hole) 3.walls in bar storage area (wood paneling is damaged observed with holes and peeling off wall) is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bowlero Cranston last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bowlero Cranston on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bowlero Cranston?

Across the inspection record, certified food protection manager has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Bowlero Cranston.

How does Bowlero Cranston compare to other restaurants in Cranston?

Bowlero Cranston most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Cranston average of 88.

Has Bowlero Cranston's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Bowlero Cranston have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about eight previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Bowlero Cranston 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 Bowlero Cranston inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Bowlero Cranston is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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