Pita Pocket

186 Country Rd, Barrington, RI 02806

Greek / Mediterranean

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2023, Pita Pocket has five inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Jan 22, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around zero violations to closer to three violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “food-contact surfaces” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to other Barrington restaurants (averaging 84), there's room to close the gap. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 22, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Hands not washed when required

Inspector notes: Employee observed putting on gloves without washing his hands. Food employees must wash their hands before putting on gloves.

2-301.14

Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable

Inspector notes: The cutting board is very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.

4-501.12

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the walk-in shelving, outside and inside of prep units, and the ice machine have an accumulation of dust, dirt, black residue, food residue, and other debris. These areas must be cleaned.

4-601.11(B)

Dec 26, 2024

Environmental Complaint

No violations found.

100

Jul 10, 2024

Re-Inspection

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 1 violation

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (knives) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Knives were cleaned in 3 bay sink at the time of inspection.

4-601.11(A)

Jun 26, 2024

Routine

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

View 4 violations

Food not reheated to required temperature for hot holding (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Frozen meatballs were not heated to (135) degrees Fahrenheit before being placed into hot holding. Ready to eat foods taken from a commercially processed can or intact package from a food processing plant must be heated to at least 135 degrees Fahrenheit for hot holding. Foods must be carefully monitored to be held at 135 degrees.

3-403.11

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: (Gyro meat) was observed held at (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. Gyro meat was reheated to 165 at the time of inspection and returned to the hot hold unit.

3-501.16(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener, knives) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Items were moved to 3 bay sink to be cleaned and sanitized.

4-601.11(A)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors and walls throughout the facility have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Jul 25, 2023

Routine

2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels.

6-301.12

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of pests is not controlled as evidenced by flys. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies. establishment is to work with pest control to eliminate pests.

6-501.111

Food contaminated by miscellaneous source (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food items were observed stored on the floor in the walk. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

3-307.11

Mops not properly air-dried after use (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Mops must be allowed to air dry after use.

6-501.16

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pita Pocket last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pita Pocket on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pita Pocket?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pita Pocket.

How does Pita Pocket compare to other restaurants in Barrington?

Pita Pocket most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Barrington average of 84.

Has Pita Pocket's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Pita Pocket have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pita Pocket 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 Pita Pocket inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pita Pocket is inspected around two times per year on average.

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