Riverside Market

269 Bullocks Pt Ave, Riverside, RI 02915

Grocery / Market

License: Cash Registers - 1-2

Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show three inspections at Riverside Market stretching back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Jan 13, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The trend has been moving in the right direction: six violations last time, one this time.

The pattern that stands out is non-food contact surfaces clean, which has been cited three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Riverside restaurant scores 82. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 13, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the condenser fan guards and some shelves have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-602.13

Jan 14, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in the TCS refrigeration unit(s). Cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.

4-203.12

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located toward the back/side of the store, 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

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the dairy shelving have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Shelving must be cleaned.

4-602.13

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the back room area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.

6-501.114

Jul 19, 2023

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (eggs) were observed stored above milk/cream in the slide cold hold unit. Raw products must be stored below ready-to-eat products.

3-302.11

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Per interview, staff does not sanitize coffee pots/utensils after washing and rinsing them in a sink in the coffee area. After being cleaned, equipment and utensils must be sanitized in the 3-bay-sink or dishwasher.

4-602.11

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the restroom was lacking paper towels. Paper towels must be available at all times for proper hand-washing.

6-301.12

Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the sanitizing solution for the 2-bay sink.

4-302.14

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Beverages were observed stored on the floor in the back area of the store. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

3-305.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the shelving in the dairy slide cold hold unit have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Shelving is to be cleaned.

4-602.13

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the back area of the store. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.

6-501.114

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located at the back/side of the store, 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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Riverside Market last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Riverside Market on file is from Jan 13, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Riverside Market?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surfaces clean has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Riverside Market.

How does Riverside Market compare to other restaurants in Riverside?

Riverside Market most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Riverside average of 82.

Has Riverside Market's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Riverside Market have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about six previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Riverside Market 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 Riverside Market inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Riverside Market is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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