Dunns Corners Market
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2025
82
Score
Across the available record, Dunns Corners Market has five inspections on file, the first dated 2023. On Jan 14, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.
The pattern that stands out is “sewage & waste water properly disposed”, which has been cited two times.
That's lower than the typical Westerly restaurant, which scores around 88. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Sewage backflow not prevented
Inspector notes: The sink used for food preparation is lacking an air gap. It currently has an air brake. A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed.
5-402.11
Compliance with variance/specialized process/haccp
Inspector notes: Establishment is vacuum packaging raw veal (no ingredients added) with no HACCP plan. Per person in charge, establishment is in the process of submitting a HACCP plan.
8-201.13
82
Dec 31, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food was observed held at 45-49 degrees Fahrenheit in the meat display case. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per person in charge, food had been in the display case for more than 4 hours. Food was voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form). Meat display case was taken out of service and must not be used until it can maintain an internal food temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Meat display case must be repaired/replaced/adjusted.
3-501.16(A)
Sewage backflow not prevented
Inspector notes: The ice machine and prep sink are 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
Compliance with variance/specialized process/haccp
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Establishment is vacuum packaging raw veal (no ingredients added) with no HACCP plan. Per person in charge, veal was vacuum packaged about an hour prior to inspection. Veal was removed from the package at time of inspection.
8-201.13
70
May 4, 2023
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 28, 2023
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 21, 2023
Environmental Complaint
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Turkey breast and hog casings were observed held at 44-48 degrees Fahrenheit in the refrigerated meat prep room. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per person in charge, food had been placed in the the refrigerated meat room about 3 hours prior to inspection. All food items were relocated to another refrigeration unit during time of inspection. The ambient air temperature was observed at 44 degrees Fahreheit. Per person in charge, food will no longer be stored in the refrigerated meat prep room.
3-501.16(A)
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as orange juice) in the refrigeration unit in the retail area. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as orange juice during storage. Eggs were relocated during time of inspection.
3-302.11
Rodent bait not in tamper-resistant station
Inspector notes: Rodenticide was observed not contained in the basement.
7-206.12
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by rodent droppings throughout the facility and 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. Pest control logs were reviewed during time of inspection. Pest control is servicing the establishment twice daily.
6-501.111
Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: Shellfish tags were not stored in chronological order and did not have the date when the last shellfish was used from the bag. Shellfish tags must be maintained for 90 days in chronological order and the date when the last shellfish was used from the bag must be noted on the shellfish tag.
3-402.12
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the basement area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
Insect control devices improperly placed or designed
Inspector notes: Insect light traps were observed installed over prep and storage areas. Insect control devices must not be installed over prep and storage areas. Traps must be relocated.
6-202.13
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Boxes of food were observed stored on the floor in the freezer. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors throughout the basement 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
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The handwashing sink in the deli area is in poor repair (doesn't turn on). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. Establishment has designated another sink for handwashing.
6-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dunns Corners Market last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dunns Corners Market on file is from Jan 14, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dunns Corners Market?
Across the inspection record, “sewage & waste water properly disposed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dunns Corners Market.
How does Dunns Corners Market compare to other restaurants in Westerly?
Dunns Corners Market most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Westerly average of 88.
Has Dunns Corners Market's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dunns Corners Market have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Dunns Corners Market 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 Dunns Corners Market inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Dunns Corners Market is inspected around three times per year on average.
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