Metro Lobster and Seafood

8 New England Way, Warwick, RI 02886
Grocery / Market
License: Shipper
Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026
17
Score
High Risk

Going back to 2023, Metro Lobster and Seafood has four inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 13, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 28 violations per visit lately, up from roughly seven violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “maintenance of hand-washing, hand-sanitizing, and toilet facilities”, which has been cited 10 times.

Restaurants in Warwick average 86, so Metro Lobster and Seafood trails the local norm. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

4
Inspections
4
Critical latest
0
Major latest
24
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 13, 2026
Routine
4 critical violations. 24 minor violations.
View 28 violations
Corrective actions (c)
13
Corrective actions (c)
13
Monitoring procedures
13
Monitoring procedures
13
Utilities
43
Utilities
43
Utilities
43
Utilities
43
Maintenance of hand-washing, hand-sanitizing, and toilet facilities
35
Maintenance of hand-washing, hand-sanitizing, and toilet facilities
35
Maintenance of hand-washing, hand-sanitizing, and toilet facilities
35
Maintenance of hand-washing, hand-sanitizing, and toilet facilities
35
Condition and cleanliness of food contact surfaces
35
Condition and cleanliness of food contact surfaces
35
Utilities
43
Utilities
43
Plants and grounds
43
Plants and grounds
43
Plants and grounds
43
Plants and grounds
43
Plants and grounds
43
Plants and grounds
43
Condition and cleanliness of food contact surfaces
35
Condition and cleanliness of food contact surfaces
35
Proper labeling, storage, and use of toxic compounds
37
Proper labeling, storage, and use of toxic compounds
37
Maintenance of hand-washing, hand-sanitizing, and toilet facilities
37
Maintenance of hand-washing, hand-sanitizing, and toilet facilities
37
17
May 13, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Records: accurate/maintained, format/signed/dated, firm's name on record
14
Verification procedures (k)
14
Utilities
43
Plants and grounds
43
Plumbing and related facilities
44
Insect and vermin control
44
67
Mar 25, 2024
Routine
4 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Records: accurate/maintained (k), format/signed/dated, firm's name/address
12
Monitoring procedures
13
Verification procedures
12
Corrective actions (c)
13
Maintenance of hand-washing, hand-sanitizing, and toilet facilities
35
Condition and cleanliness of food contact surfaces
35
Utilities
43
Plants and grounds
43
45
Apr 19, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Corrective actions (c)
17
Monitoring procedures
17
Proper labeling, storage, and use of toxic compounds
37
Maintenance of hand-washing, hand-sanitizing, and toilet facilities
37
Utilities
43
Plants and grounds
43
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Metro Lobster and Seafood last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Metro Lobster and Seafood on file is from Jan 13, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Metro Lobster and Seafood?

Across the inspection record, “maintenance of hand-washing, hand-sanitizing, and toilet facilities” has been cited 10 times, more than any other issue at Metro Lobster and Seafood.

How does Metro Lobster and Seafood compare to other restaurants in Warwick?

Metro Lobster and Seafood most recently scored 17 out of 100, which is lower than the Warwick average of 86.

Has Metro Lobster and Seafood's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Metro Lobster and Seafood have averaged around 28 violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Metro Lobster and Seafood 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.

How often is Metro Lobster and Seafood inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Metro Lobster and Seafood is inspected roughly once per year on average.