Marylou's Coffee

Inside Shell Station, Smithfield, RI 02917

Café / Breakfast

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Jun 25, 2025

Score

High Risk

The inspection history at Marylou's Coffee is still short, with only two visits logged. Marylou's Coffee was last inspected on Jun 25, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 11 violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.

Looking across the full record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

That's lower than the typical Smithfield restaurant, which scores around 78. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jun 25, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Creamer and cheese was observed held at 45-52 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC moved creamer and cheese to walk-in cooler.

3-501.16(A)

Utensils or thermometers not in good repair or calibrated

Inspector notes: Inspector observed ambient thermometer in poor repair in mini-fridge unit.

4-502.11(B)

Sanitizer test kit not available

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

4-302.14

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Milk jug with hot chocolate mix was observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing. PIC removed.

5-205.11

Warewashing facilities; installed maintained, & used; test strips

Inspector notes: Facility is lacking a way to air dry dishes.

4-301.13

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the mini fridge units and microwave have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and/or other debris.

4-602.13

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors throughout the facility 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: Inspector observed broken tile in kitchen area.

6-501.11

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the front lobby, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.

6-202.15

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair.

4-501.11

Utensils or thermometers not in good repair or calibrated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Inspector observed mini fridge ambient temperatures between 48-64. PIC adjusted temperatures.

4-502.11(A)

Jun 19, 2023

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Boxes of pastries were observed stored on the floor in the walk-in 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 in the coffee prep area especially under refrigerators have an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Marylou's Coffee last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Marylou's Coffee on file is from Jun 25, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Marylou's Coffee?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Marylou's Coffee.

How does Marylou's Coffee compare to other restaurants in Smithfield?

Marylou's Coffee most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Smithfield average of 78.

Has Marylou's Coffee's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Marylou's Coffee have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Marylou's Coffee means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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