Confreda Greenhouses

2150 Scituate Avenue, Cranston, RI 02921
Grocery / Market
License: Cash Registers - 3-5
Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026
67
Score
Medium Risk

Confreda Greenhouses appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 7, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

The last inspection found four violations, up from zero the time before.

Proper cold holding temperatures comes up most often, recorded one time in the inspection record.

That's lower than the typical Cranston restaurant, which scores around 88. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

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Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 7, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Various raw product was observed held above 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. All product was relocated to walk-in.
3-501.16(A)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: The 3-bay faucet was observed with a continuous leak. System shall be maintained in good repair.
5-205.15
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the storage area and near the candy/greenhouse 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
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The open air unit was observed not able to hold foods at 41 degrees or below. Product was relocated. Unit to not be used until serviced. PIC stated routine service was scheduled earlier this week.
4-501.11
67
May 30, 2025
Environmental Complaint
No violations found.
100
Jan 6, 2025
Environmental Complaint
No violations found.
100
May 14, 2024
Environmental Complaint
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Mold was observed on several strawberries on sale. PIC started disposal before count could be made.
3-101.11
Backflow prevention air gap not adequate
Inspector notes: The pre-flush spray 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
No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the kitchen and bathroom. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Soap was filled.
6-301.11
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The condensate from the refrigeration unit is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-403.12
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Various foods were observed stored on the floor in the various locations. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety with RIDOH. Per PIC, establishment will have an employee fill out application.
2-102.12
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Confreda Greenhouses last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Confreda Greenhouses on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Confreda Greenhouses?

Across the inspection record, proper cold holding temperatures has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Confreda Greenhouses.

How does Confreda Greenhouses compare to other restaurants in Cranston?

Confreda Greenhouses most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Cranston average of 88.

Has Confreda Greenhouses's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Confreda Greenhouses have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about zero per visit to around four more recently.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Confreda Greenhouses means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Confreda Greenhouses inspected?

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