Nanas Bakery and Pizza

82 High St Grd Flr Nanas, Westerly, RI 02891

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Aug 26, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Nanas Bakery and Pizza three times, with records going back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 26, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

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

The pattern that stands out is “person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties”, which has been cited two times.

Nanas Bakery and Pizza's latest score of 70 falls below the Westerly average of 88. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 26, 2025

Routine

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

View 4 violations

Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Bulgar wheat, which was prepared in advance, was not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. See disposal.

3-501.14

Improper cooling methods used

Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Per interview of chef, bulgar wheat was placed hot in the refrigerator in COVERED containers.

3-501.15

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Knives were stored on an unclean surface (between prep unit) between uses. During pauses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location.

3-304.12

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the freezer has an accumulation of frost buildup.

4-602.13

Mar 4, 2024

Re-Inspection

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations

Inspector notes: Establishment did not have a person in charge that has successfully completed an approved food safety certification course. Per person in charge, employees are signed up to take a course on 3/12/24. Please email inspector proof that additional employees have completed an approved food safety course.

2-103.11

Feb 26, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 4 corrected on site.

View 7 violations

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

Inspector notes: Milk, cream, and coconut milk were observed held at 46-50 degrees Fahrenheit in the alcohol low boy unit. 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 out of temperature for an unknown amount of time. Food was voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form). The ambient air temperature was observed at 41 degrees Fahrenheit during time of inspection. Establishment must not use the unit to store time/temperature control for safety foods until it can maintain an internal food temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Unit must be repaired/replaced/adjusted.

3-501.16(A)

Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations

Inspector notes: Establishment did not have a person in charge that has successfully completed an approved food safety certification course. Please email inspector proof that additional employees have been enrolled and completed an approved food safety course.

2-103.11

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

Inspector notes: An employee was observed filling up a bucket of water in the hand-washing sink at the front counter. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.

5-205.11

Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction

Inspector notes: Shellfish tags did not have the date when the last shellfish was used from the bag. 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.

3-402.12

Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Shellstock (clams) located in the walk-in cooler did not have the proper identification tags. Shellstock tags must remain attached to the container in which the shellstock are received until the container is empty. The person in charge placed the tag in the container during time of inspection.

3-203.12

Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food

Inspector notes: The consumer advisory provided does not disclose the foods on the menu that are raw or undercooked.

3-603.11

Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Risotto balls were 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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Nanas Bakery and Pizza last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Nanas Bakery and Pizza on file is from Aug 26, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Nanas Bakery and Pizza?

Across the inspection record, “person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Nanas Bakery and Pizza.

How does Nanas Bakery and Pizza compare to other restaurants in Westerly?

Nanas Bakery and Pizza most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Westerly average of 88.

Has Nanas Bakery and Pizza's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Nanas Bakery and Pizza have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Nanas Bakery and Pizza 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 Nanas Bakery and Pizza inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Nanas Bakery and Pizza is inspected around two times per year on average.

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