Half Moon Empanadas

2000 Post Road, Warwick, RI 02886

Café / Breakfast

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Mar 27, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records show three inspections at Half Moon Empanadas stretching back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 27, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

Looking across the full record, “sewage & waste water properly disposed” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Restaurants in Warwick average 86, so Half Moon Empanadas is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 27, 2025

Re-Inspection

2 minor violations.

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Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Inspector notes: The condensate from the expresso machine unit is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.

5-403.12

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety with RIDOH CFP at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.

2-102.12(A)

Mar 13, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Classic chicken empanadas were observed held at 118-120 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. -PIC elected to voluntarily dispose of the empanadas during this inspection.

3-501.16(A)

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. -Application provided to establishment at the time of this inspection.

2-102.12(A)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets at the 1 door Grista lowboy observed in poor repair. Gaskets shall be repaired/replaced.

4-501.11

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Inspector notes: The condensate from the expresso machine unit is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.

5-403.12

Jul 22, 2024

Opening

2 minor violations.

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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The middle compartment of the three compartment sink is in poor repair (lever not attached and plug/stopper not sealing).

4-501.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine have an accumulation biofilm.

4-602.13

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Half Moon Empanadas last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Half Moon Empanadas on file is from Mar 27, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Half Moon Empanadas?

Across the inspection record, “sewage & waste water properly disposed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Half Moon Empanadas.

How does Half Moon Empanadas compare to other restaurants in Warwick?

Half Moon Empanadas most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Warwick average of 86.

Has Half Moon Empanadas' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Half Moon Empanadas have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Half Moon Empanadas 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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