Pb and J's

2298 W Shore Rd, Warwick, RI 02886

Café / Breakfast

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Sep 22, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Pb and J's has only two inspections on file, a thin record to work from. On Sep 22, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

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

“Food-contact surfaces” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Pb and J's latest score of 55 falls below the Warwick average of 86. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Sep 22, 2025

Routine

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

View 7 violations

Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed the chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the sanitizer machine was (0) parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm. Person-in-charge placed a service call at time of inspection. Establishment set up 3-bay sink to wash, rinse and sanitizer dishes until dish washer is repaired.

4-501.114

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener) were observed with food debris. Person-in-charge relocated can opener to 3-bay sink. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.

4-601.11(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed the non-food contact surfaces of the (ice machine backplate) have residue dripping in ice. Person-in-charge washed, rinsed, and sanitized ice machine backplate and voluntary disposed of ice at time of inspection.

4-601.11(A)

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

Inspector notes: Chemical cleaner bottle was observed in the hand-washing sink located next to walk-in cooler. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing. Person-in-charge removed and relocated chemical cleaner bottle to designated area.

5-205.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Certified FMC 535417 has expired as of 2/11/25 license must be renewed.

2-102.12(A)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Observed faucet to hand washing sink located next to walk-in cooler area was not in good repair. Metal underneath faucet knobs are corroded and have other debris/residue.

4-501.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the (gaskets in prep units and shelving in 3-bay sink area) have a residue/debris.

4-602.13

Mar 20, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 5 violations

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

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: The receptacle in the emplyee restoom is lacking a cover. A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.

5-501.17

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The following areas of the physical facilities were observed with an accumulation of debris: 1) The floors under equipement throughout the facility have soil and other debris 2) The ceiling/light fixture area above the cook line has an accumulation of dust

6-501.12

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used

Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of shelving in the back prep area. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material.

4-101.17

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The three bay sink is lacking plugs/stoppers. Equipment must be kept in good repair and proper adjustment to allow for adequate use.

4-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pb and J's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pb and J's on file is from Sep 22, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pb and J's?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pb and J's.

How does Pb and J's compare to other restaurants in Warwick?

Pb and J's most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Warwick average of 86.

Has Pb and J's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Pb and J's have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Pb and J's means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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