Next to Nowhere Creamery

230 Nooseneck Hill Rd, Exeter, RI 02822

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Jul 24, 2025

Score

Low Risk

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. The most recent visit was on Jul 24, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Each of the recent inspections has turned up roughly the same number of issues.

By comparison, the average Exeter facility scores 89, putting Next to Nowhere Creamery on the weaker side. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 24, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Backflow prevention air gap not adequate

Inspector notes: The spout of the dipper well was observed below the flood rim of the well. This spout must have an air-gap. An approved backflow prevention device is required in order to prevent backflow of a solid, liquid, or gas contaminant into the water supply at each point of use at a food establishment.

5-202.13

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

Inspector notes: Small containers are being used as scoops in containers of dry ingredients. Utensils used to dispense non-time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods such as sugar and flour must be stored in the food item with their handles above the top of the food within the container.

3-304.12

Jul 20, 2023

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The establishment does not have a written procedure for cleaning vomit and diarrhea.http://www.health.ri.gov/publications/guidelines/RespondingToVomitingAndDiarrheaInFoodEstablishments.pdf

2-501.11

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized

Inspector notes: Staff failed to sanitize equipment and utensils after washing and rinsing them. After being cleaned, equipment and utensils must be sanitized in the 3-bay-sink or dishwasher.PIC informed of proper sanitizing procedures.

4-501.113

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Next to Nowhere Creamery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Next to Nowhere Creamery on file is from Jul 24, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Next to Nowhere Creamery compare to other restaurants in Exeter?

Next to Nowhere Creamery most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Exeter average of 89.

Has Next to Nowhere Creamery's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Next to Nowhere Creamery have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around two per visit.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Next to Nowhere Creamery means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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