Newport Creamery Store 4

673 Smith Street, Providence, RI 02908
American
License: Seats - 50 or More
Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026
70
Score
Medium Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at Newport Creamery Store 4, the earliest from 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 11, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around six violations each, up from closer to five violations before.

The pattern that stands out is physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean, which has been cited four times.

Compared to other Providence restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 11, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
6-501.111
Outer openings not protected against pests
6-202.15
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
3-304.12
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
4-602.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
6-501.12
70
Sep 24, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(A)
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
6-301.12
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
6-501.111
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
6-501.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
6-501.12
Outer openings not protected against pests
6-202.15
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
3-304.12
55
Sep 24, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Non-food contact surfaces clean
49
95
Sep 10, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
22
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
47
Non-food contact surfaces clean
49
78
Jan 25, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
3-302.11
Handwashing sink water not at required temperature
5-202.12
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(A)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
3-304.12
Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable
4-101.19
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
4-602.13
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
6-201.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
6-501.12
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Newport Creamery Store 4 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Newport Creamery Store 4 on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Newport Creamery Store 4?

Across the inspection record, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Newport Creamery Store 4.

How does Newport Creamery Store 4 compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Newport Creamery Store 4 most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

Has Newport Creamery Store 4's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Newport Creamery Store 4 have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Newport Creamery Store 4 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 Newport Creamery Store 4 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Newport Creamery Store 4 is inspected around two times per year on average.