Prime Way

91 Veterans Memorial Dr, Warwick, RI 02886
License: Cash Registers - 1-2
Last inspected: Jan 29, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Prime Way appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 29, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

Across the inspection history, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.

Among Warwick restaurants, the typical score is 86; Prime Way is comfortably above that bar. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 29, 2026
Re-Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floor in the (3-bay sink) area has a few rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and other items were observed in the back ware-washing area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
90
Jan 15, 2026
Re-Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
Inspector notes: Rodent droppings observed throughout the back warewashing area underneath shelving, unnecessary clutter and various items. Per PIC warewashing area shall be cleaned and clutter removed by next week. -Establishment shall contact pest control service to do a full evaluation/assessment of the facility. -Proof of pest control service must be provided to inspector.
6-501.112
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment (refrigerators) and other items were observed in the back ware-washing area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions. -Per PIC, refrigerators will be removed by 12/02/25.
6-501.114
90
Jan 7, 2026
Re-Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
Inspector notes: Rodent droppings observed throughout the back warewashing area underneath shelving, unnecessary clutter and various items. Per PIC warewashing area shall be cleaned and clutter removed by next week. -Establishment shall contact pest control service to do a full evaluation/assessment of the facility. -Proof of pest control service must be provided to inspector.
6-501.112
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment (refrigerators) or items were observed in the back ware-washing area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions. -Per PIC, refrigerators will be removed by 12/02/25.
6-501.114
90
Nov 25, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A dead mouse observed on a glue trap in the back warewashing area. Staff removed the dead mouse during this inspection. -Establishment shall contact pest control service to do a full evaluation/assessment of the facilty. -Proof of pest control service must be provided to inspector.
6-501.112
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment (refrigerators) or items were observed in the back ware-washing area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions. -Per PIC, refrigerators will be removed by 12/02/25.
6-501.114
86
Nov 26, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sinks in the restroom and retail area were lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
Live animals present in food establishment
Inspector notes: The establishment had signs of housing a cat (such as used litter box and cat cage). PIC instructed to remove items from establishment.
6-501.115
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the back storage area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
78
Feb 20, 2024
Re-Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The area behind the dumpsters were observed with an accumulation of debris. Refuse areas and enclosures must be maintained free of clutter and debris to prevent pest harborage.
5-501.115
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The back ware-washing area was observed with an accumulation of old rodent droppings and other debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
90
Feb 6, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by an accumulation of droppings observed on back table (table only used for employee personal belongings) and throughout floor of back area. 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.
6-501.111
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the employee restroom was lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
Insect control devices improperly placed or designed (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Fly strips observed in back area near walk-in cooler storage. PIC instructed to remove strip at time of inspection.
6-202.13
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The area around the dumpster was observed with an accumulation of debris (trash debris mixed in large amounts of leaves). Refuse areas and enclosures must be kept free of debris to prevent pest harborage.
5-501.115
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered.
5-501.113
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floors throughout the back area have an accumulation of standing water and rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Prime Way last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Prime Way on file is from Jan 29, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Prime Way?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Prime Way.

How does Prime Way compare to other restaurants in Warwick?

Prime Way most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Warwick average of 86.

Has Prime Way's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Prime Way have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Prime Way 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 Prime Way inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Prime Way is inspected around four times per year on average.