Pick N Pay
Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026
78
Score
Inspectors have visited Pick N Pay three times, with records going back to 2024. Pick N Pay was last inspected on Feb 4, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from six violations to four.
Compared to other Bristol restaurants (averaging 85), there's room to close the gap. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 4, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Insufficient number of handwashing sinks
Inspector notes: The coffee counter does not have a hand-washing sink that is conveniently located and/or readily accessible. Hand-washing sinks must be located to allow convenient use by employees in food preparation, food dispensing, and ware-washing areas. Hand sink at coffee counter was observed covered by plastic decal and without faucet and drain. Establishment is to cease coffee production until hand sink is installed for coffee counter out front.
5-203.11
Plumbing installed: proper backflow device
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking a mop sink. At least one mop sink or one curbed cleaning facility equipped with a floor drain must be provided and conveniently located for the cleaning of mops or similar wet floor cleaning tools and for the disposal of mop water and similar liquid waste.
5-203.13
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back room, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair on door #8 of the walk-in cooler display. Refrigerator door gaskets shall be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
78
Oct 31, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Insufficient number of handwashing sinks
Inspector notes: The coffee counter does not have a hand-washing sink that is conveniently located and/or readily accessible. Hand-washing sinks must be located to allow convenient use by employees in food preparation, food dispensing, and ware-washing areas. Hand sink at coffee counter was observed covered by plastic decal and without faucet and drain. Establishment is to cease coffee production until hand sink is installed for coffee counter out front.
5-203.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back room, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gasket of the walk-in cooler was observed in poor repair. Refrigerator door gaskets must be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the fan guards, ceilings, and walls of the walk-in cooler have an accumulation of dust, dirt, and other debris. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent the accumulation of dust, dirt, food reside, or other debris.
4-601.11(B)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking a mop sink. At least one mop sink or one curbed cleaning facility equipped with a floor drain must be provided and conveniently located for the cleaning of mops or similar wet floor cleaning tools and for the disposal of mop water and similar liquid waste.
5-203.13
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the bathroom area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. Bathroom ceiling was observed with missing pieces of sheetrock and exposed wood.
6-101.11
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the back outside parking lot. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions. Establishment is to dispose of unnecessary items to operation.
6-501.114
Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected
Inspector notes: Protective shielding is not provided for the lights in the (store front) area. Light bulbs must be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.
6-202.11
64
Jun 26, 2024
Opening
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the (chlorine) sanitizing solution for the (3 bay sink).
4-302.14
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the (back room), is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the (condenser fans in the walk in cooler) have an accumulation of dust, dirt, and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking a mop sink. At least one mop sink or one curbed cleaning facility equipped with a floor drain must be provided and conveniently located for the cleaning of mops or similar wet floor cleaning tools and for the disposal of mop water and similar liquid waste.
5-203.13
Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected
Inspector notes: Protective shielding is not provided for the lights in the (store front) area. Light bulbs must be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.
6-202.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pick N Pay last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pick N Pay on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.
How does Pick N Pay compare to other restaurants in Bristol?
Pick N Pay most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Bristol average of 85.
Has Pick N Pay's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Pick N Pay have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around four violations compared to about six previously.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Pick N Pay means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Pick N Pay inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pick N Pay is inspected around two times per year on average.
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