La Quinta Inn

36 Jefferson Blvd, Warwick, RI 02888

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

The health department has logged three inspections at La Quinta Inn, the earliest from 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 28, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

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

“Toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

La Quinta Inn's latest score of 64 falls below the Warwick average of 86. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 28, 2026

Routine

4 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 5 violations

Working containers of toxic materials not identified

Inspector notes: Observed a working container used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies were not marked with the common name of the chemical. -Reviewed proper procedures with PIC regarding moving chemicals from bulk supplies.

7-102.11

Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the (QT) sanitizing solution for the (3-bay sink).

4-302.14

Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations

Inspector notes: At the time of inspection an allergen statement was not visible to customers in the self-service food area. PIC is to supply an allergen statement.

2-103.11

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, the hot water of hand sink was turned off at the control valve below. Per the PIC hot water is turned off due to a constant dripping. Maintenance is to be conducted to ensure that the hot water is available as needed. Per the PIC, employee can turn on the hot water valve below the sink as needed when washing hands.

5-205.11

Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained

Inspector notes: Dumpster was overflowing and several bags of trash was observed outside of dumpster at time of inspection. A storage area and enclosure for REFUSE, recyclables, or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items, and clean.

5-501.115

Dec 4, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Yogurt, boiled eggs and cream cheese was observed held at 43-50 degrees Fahrenheit in mini refrigerator. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. -Based on time foods placed out for food service and temperature of refrigeration where bulk items are held PIC removed food items to the kitchen refrigerator.

3-501.16(A)

Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations

Inspector notes: At the time of inspection an allergen statement was not visible to customers in the self-service food area. PIC is to supply an allergen statement.

2-103.11

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, the hot water of hand sink was turned off at the control valve below. Per the PIC there is a leak in pipes within wall fixture when hot water to hand sink is turned on and left on. Maintenance is to be conducted to ensure that the hot water is available as needed. Per the PIC, employee can turn on the hot water valve below the sink as needed when washing hands.

5-205.11

Working containers of toxic materials not identified

Inspector notes: Observed several working containers used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies were not marked with the common name of the chemical. -Reviewed proper procedures with PIC regarding moving chemicals from bulk supplies.

7-102.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed mini refrigerator located in the self-service area maintaining an ambient temperature of 50 degrees Fahrenheit and need of adjustment. - At the time of inspection employee was able to adjust temperature. - Temperature came down to 41 degrees Fahrenheit.

4-501.11

Nov 7, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Equipment and utensils must be sanitized after washing and rinsing them. After being cleaned, equipment and utensils must be sanitized in the 3-bay-sink or dishwasher. Inspector demonstrated how to properly set up a sanitizing bay in the 3-bay sink.

4-602.11

Working containers of toxic materials not identified

Inspector notes: Working containers used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies were not marked with the common name of the chemical.

7-102.11

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used

Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of 3-bay sink in the kitchen area. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material.

4-101.17

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The reach-in refrigerator in the kitchen was observed not reaching an adequate ambient temperature in a timely manner. Unit must not be used for TCS foods until serviced. The refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair.

4-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Quinta Inn last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Quinta Inn on file is from Jan 28, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Quinta Inn?

Across the inspection record, “toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at La Quinta Inn.

How does La Quinta Inn compare to other restaurants in Warwick?

La Quinta Inn most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Warwick average of 86.

Has La Quinta Inn's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Quinta Inn have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at La Quinta Inn 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 La Quinta Inn inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Quinta Inn is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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