Petes Grocery
Last inspected: Apr 16, 2026
64
Score
Public records show five inspections at Petes Grocery stretching back to 2024. Petes Grocery was last inspected on Apr 16, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Recent visits have flagged additional issues, ticking from two violations up to four.
Food properly labeled comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Compared to other Rhode Island restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
5
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 16, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Fried rice, 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
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (shelled eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (cheese) in the reach-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
3-302.11
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Muffins packaged in the food establishment are lacking labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address.
3-602.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed multiple ceiling tiles in the retail area with stains from previous water damage.
4-602.13
64
Apr 21, 2025
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 7, 2025
Routine
4 critical violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Deli meat was observed held at 45 degrees Fahrenheit in the prep 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 placed in the prep unit less than 4 hours prior to inspection. Deli meat was relocated to another refrigeration unit to rapidly cool. Deli meat was observed stored over the fill line. Establishment must not store food over the fill line.
3-501.16(A)
Food not reheated to required temperature for hot holding
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Per person in charge, previously cooked meatballs were placed cold in the steam table. Steam table is made to hot hold, not reheat food. Establishment must reheat the meatballs with equipment that is made to reheat such as an oven, stove, or microwave. Establishment must discontinue reheating food in the steam table.
3-403.11
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-602.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Previously cooked meatballs were observed held at 95-130 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per person in charge, meatballs were placed in the steam table about 3 hours prior to inspection. Meatballs were voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form).
3-501.16(A)
55
Apr 1, 2024
Re-Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Food was observed stored on the floor in the back storage room. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Single-use articles were observed stored on the floor in the back storage room. Single-use articles must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground.
4-903.11(A)
90
Mar 18, 2024
Routine
4 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the quaternary ammonium sanitizing solution for the 3-bay sink.
4-302.14
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Eggplant parmesan was placed hot in the deli display case in containers greater than four inches deep. Deli display case is not sufficient to cool down lasagna. Establishment must cool foods inside it. Eggplant parmesan was was relocated to the freezer during time of inspection.
3-501.15
Food label missing or inaccurate
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Hot dogs, American chop suey, Sheppard's pie, chicken parmesan, brownies, and BBQ wings that are packaged in the food establishment are lacking labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address. All items were removed from the refrigeration units and must not be sold until the required label information is placed on the package.
3-602.11
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Hot water was not available at the handwashing sink in the bathroom. Hot water must be available. Per person in charge, sink will be repaired.
5-103.11
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Cans of tomato sauce and tuna fish were observed stored on the floor in the back storage room. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Single-use articles (disposable cups) were observed stored on the floor in the back storage room. Single-use articles must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground.
4-903.11(A)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Petes Grocery last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Petes Grocery on file is from Apr 16, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Petes Grocery?
Across the inspection record, food properly labeled has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Petes Grocery.
Has Petes Grocery's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Petes Grocery have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about two per visit to around four more recently.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Petes Grocery 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 Petes Grocery inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Petes Grocery is inspected around two times per year on average.
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