Hopcity Cafe

493 Main St, Hopkinton, RI 02833
Café / Breakfast
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Hopcity Cafe has four inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent visit was on Mar 31, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around zero violations across recent inspections versus roughly three violations before.

“Proper date marking and disposition” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Compared to the broader Hopkinton restaurant scene, where the average is 89, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 31, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 13, 2025
Re-Inspection
2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food was observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.
3-501.17
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Potatoes were observed in the handwashing sink at time of inspection. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
Compliance with variance/specialized process/haccp (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Establishment is vacuum packaging soupy without a HACCP plan. HACCP plan is required. Soupy was voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form).
8-201.13
78
Jan 30, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.
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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Milk, cream, and oat milk were observed held at 48-63 degrees Fahrenheit on the counter. 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 on the counter for 4 hours. Food was voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form).
3-501.16(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Food was observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.
3-501.17
Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Potato salad was placed hot in the deli display cooler in containers greater than four inches deep with the lid on. Proper cooling methods were reviewed with the person in charge during time of inspection.
3-501.15
70
Jul 26, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 1 corrected on site.
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Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Pasta salad 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, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address.PIC informed of proper labeling procedures
3-602.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Pan of chili observed cooling in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hopcity Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hopcity Cafe on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hopcity Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “proper date marking and disposition” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Hopcity Cafe.

How does Hopcity Cafe compare to other restaurants in Hopkinton?

Hopcity Cafe most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Hopkinton average of 89.

Has Hopcity Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Hopcity Cafe have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hopcity Cafe 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 Hopcity Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hopcity Cafe is inspected roughly once per year on average.