Cumberland Farms # 1303

3302 East Main Rd, Portsmouth, RI 02871

Grocery / Market

License: Cash Registers - 1-2

Last inspected: Dec 29, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Going back to 2025, Cumberland Farms # 1303 has three inspections in the public record. On Dec 29, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around six violations each.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable”, showing up three times.

That's lower than the typical Portsmouth restaurant, which scores around 81. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Dec 29, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Backflow prevention air gap not adequate

Inspector notes: The drainage pipe from the food prep sink is lacking an air gap. Drainage pipe has an air break.

5-202.13

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair: -several ceiling tiles in mop room -walk-in freezer gasket (bottom area)

6-501.11

Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable

Inspector notes: The cutting board on the prep unit is very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.

4-501.12

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Open air case was observed in poor repair during time of inspection. Unit was actively being worked on. Equipment to be in good repair and proper adjustment.

4-501.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Bottom of shelving in laminate lined cabinet was observed in poor repair.

4-501.11

Sep 26, 2025

Reinspection for Opening

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

Backflow prevention air gap not adequate

Inspector notes: The drainage pipe from the food prep sink is lacking an air gap. Drainage pipe has an air break.

5-202.13

Sep 10, 2025

Opening

3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

View 11 violations

Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Staff failed to wash their hands between tasks (managing front register to scooping ice for ice machine). Food employees must clean their hands after handling soiled equipment or utensils.

2-301.14

Backflow prevention air gap not adequate

Inspector notes: The drainage pipe from the ice machine and food prep 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 not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of the self-dispensing ice machine were observed with an accumulation of black and white residue. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice machine must be cleaned and sanitized prior to use. Ice was voluntarily disposed of during time of inspection.

4-602.11

Food label missing or inaccurate

Inspector notes: Hot foods packaged in the food establishment are lacking labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients (including sub ingredients), the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address.

3-602.11

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen and service area were lacking paper towels.

6-301.12

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Boxes of food were observed stored on the floor in the walk-in freezer. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor. PIC informed.

3-305.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: A condenser in walk-in cooler was observed with a fan cover obstructed with brown paper. PIC states fan is missing. Equipment to be in good repair and proper adjustment.

4-501.11

Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained

Inspector notes: Refuse area was observed with an accumulation of litter and accumulated foliage. Area to be maintain cleaned.

5-501.115

Mops not properly air-dried after use

Inspector notes: Mops must be allowed to air dry after use.

6-501.16

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair: -unfinished wall in back storage room -floor in back storage room (missing tiles; exposed cement) -floors in walk-in cooler; paint/sealant observed peeling and scratched -wall cap in mop room (observed detached and/or missing) -ceiling tiles in mop room (water damage) The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the former drive thru service area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.

6-501.114

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cumberland Farms # 1303 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cumberland Farms # 1303 on file is from Dec 29, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cumberland Farms # 1303?

Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Cumberland Farms # 1303.

How does Cumberland Farms # 1303 compare to other restaurants in Portsmouth?

Cumberland Farms # 1303 most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Portsmouth average of 81.

Has Cumberland Farms # 1303's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cumberland Farms # 1303 have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Cumberland Farms # 1303 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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