Lucce

2317 West Shore Road, Warwick, RI 02889
Italian
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Nov 24, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Lucce has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent report on file is from Nov 24, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around one violation across recent inspections versus roughly five violations before.

“Proper cooking time & temperatures” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Compared to the broader Warwick restaurant scene, this is about average. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 24, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Proper cooking time & temperatures
Inspector notes: Per the Head Chef, meatballs are partially cooked (seared) and then frozen for later service. A food establishment is to obtain prior APPROVAL from the REGULATORY AUTHORITY for the non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods... - Submit written procedures and monitoring strategies for Raw animal FOODS that are cooked using a NON-CONTINUOUS COOKING process - Describe the corrective actions to be taken if the required procedures are not met - Describe how the FOODS, after initial heating, but prior to complete cooking, are to be marked or otherwise identified as FOODS that must be cooked prior to being offered for sale or service - Describe how the FOODS, after initial heating but prior to cooking, are to be separated from READY-TO-EAT FOODS. - The signed approval, written procedures, and monitoring logs are to be maintained in the FOOD ESTABLISHMENT and available to the REGULATORY AUTHORITY upon request.
3-401.14
86
Nov 10, 2025
Re-Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Proper cooking time & temperatures
Inspector notes: Per the Head Chef, meatballs are partially cooked (seared) and then frozen for later service. A food establishment is to obtain prior APPROVAL from the REGULATORY AUTHORITY for the non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods... - Submit written procedures and monitoring strategies for Raw animal FOODS that are cooked using a NON-CONTINUOUS COOKING process - Describe the corrective actions to be taken if the required procedures are not met - Describe how the FOODS, after initial heating, but prior to complete cooking, are to be marked or otherwise identified as FOODS that must be cooked prior to being offered for sale or service - Describe how the FOODS, after initial heating but prior to cooking, are to be separated from READY-TO-EAT FOODS. - The signed approval, written procedures, and monitoring logs are to be maintained in the FOOD ESTABLISHMENT and available to the REGULATORY AUTHORITY upon request Establishment is to discontinue partial cooking of meatballs until approval is granted by RIDOH CFP Supervisor.
3-401.14
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Several food items in the Grill Prep unit were observed maintained at 41 to 48 degrees Fahrenheit. Food items observed at 45 or above were voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection. Items observed at 44 degrees or below were moved to colder refrigeration.
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 that is registered with the RIDOH CFP as the Certified Food Safety Manager for the establishment. Application(s) were filled out by staff and submitted to company general manager at the time of inspection. Application is to be submitted to RIDOH as soon as possible.
2-102.12(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The Grill Prep Cooler was observed to be maintaining food temperatures unevenly throughout (41-48 degrees F) and had water pooling in the base of the unit. Use of the unit for food storage is to be discontinued until re-serviced. (Per the PIC, the unit was serviced since previous inspection.)
4-501.11
67
Oct 28, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Proper cooking time & temperatures
Inspector notes: Per the Head Chef, meatballs are partially cooked (seared) and then cooled for later service. A food establishment is to obtain prior APPROVAL from the REGULATORY AUTHORITY for the non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods... - Submit written procedures and monitoring strategies for Raw animal FOODS that are cooked using a NON-CONTINUOUS COOKING process - Describe the corrective actions to be taken if the required procedures are not met - Describe how the FOODS, after initial heating, but prior to complete cooking, are to be marked or otherwise identified as FOODS that must be cooked prior to being offered for sale or service - Describe how the FOODS, after initial heating but prior to cooking, are to be separated from READY-TO-EAT FOODS. - The signed approval, written procedures, and monitoring logs are to be maintained in the FOOD ESTABLISHMENT and available to the REGULATORY AUTHORITY upon request Establishment is to discontinue partial cooking of meatballs until approval is granted by RIDOH CFP Supervisor.
3-401.14
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Several food items in the Grill Prep unit were observed maintained at 42 to 48 degrees Fahrenheit. Food items observed at 45 or above were voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection. Items observed at 44 degrees or below were moved to colder refrigeration.
3-501.16(A)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the back kitchen area was observed to have an accumulation of dust. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. (Ceiling cleaned at time of inspection.)
6-501.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety that is registered with the RIDOH CFP as the Certified Food Safety Manager for the establishment. Application was printed and supplied at the time of inspection. Application is to be submitted as soon as possible.
2-102.12(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The Grill Prep Cooler was observed to be maintaining food temperatures unevenly throughout (41-48 degrees F) and had water pooling in the base of the unit. Use of the unit for food storage is to be discontinued until re-serviced. (Per the PIC, the unit was serviced since previous inspection.)
4-501.11
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The walls behind the 3 bay sink in the back kitchen area was observed to have exposed wood material and wall board joints that are not sealed properly. Materials for wall surfaces shall be smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.
6-101.11
61
Feb 8, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, shellfish tags maintained on site were not observed to be maintained properly. 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.
3-203.12
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, the Mop Sink located directly next to the 3 bay sink in the warewashing area was observed to be lacking a splash guard preventing possible contamination of the 3 bay sink area.
3-307.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the cookline equipment were observed to have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris at the time of inspection. Non-FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
4-602.13
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: The receptacle in the women's toilet room is lacking a cover. A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.
5-501.17
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The dumpster outside is located on dirt/grass. The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain. Per the PIC, will request for company to move dumpster to paved area.
5-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lucce last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lucce on file is from Nov 24, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lucce?

Across the inspection record, “proper cooking time & temperatures” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Lucce.

How does Lucce compare to other restaurants in Warwick?

Lucce most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Warwick average of 86.

Has Lucce's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Lucce have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Lucce 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 Lucce inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Lucce is inspected around two times per year on average.