Roger Williams University Snack Bar

Snack Bar, Bristol, RI 02809
License: Food Service (Non-Profit)
Last inspected: Nov 18, 2025
70
Score
Medium Risk

Going back to 2023, Roger Williams University Snack Bar has three inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 18, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

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

“Food properly labeled” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

That's lower than the typical Bristol restaurant, which scores around 85. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 18, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Sliced tomatoes and shredded lettuce were observed held at 46-47 degrees Fahrenheit in the grill prep unit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Food items were evaluated and were voluntarily disposed of during the time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Various grab and go food items 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. Food labeling guidance was provided during the time of inspection.
3-602.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair on the deli 3-door low boy, the pizza 3-door low boy, pizza prep unit, and grab & go 1-door reach-in cooler. Refrigerator door gaskets shall be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Food storage containers not labeled with contents (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Working containers of semolina flour are not labeled with the common name of the food. Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages, such as flour, herbs, salt, sugar, and spices must be labeled with the common name of the food. Containers were labeled during the time of inspection.
3-302.12
70
Nov 13, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: The Sushi Bar 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.
5-204.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair: 1. Duct tape observed on edges of round table in sushi area, COB: 12/13/2024 2. Deli case coating observed peeling, COB: 09/01/2025 3. Grill drawers observed in poor repair. Equipment out of service prior to inspection, COB: 11/27/2024 4. Prep Unit observed at ranging ambient temperatures of 28-49 degrees Fahrenheit. Unit was taken out of service to hold TCS/PHF foods during time of inspection, COB: 11/27/2024
4-501.11
86
Sep 28, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Food label missing or inaccurate (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Beef and vegetable soup in the self service area are lacking labels. Food in the self service area shall be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, and major allergen. -Staff provided the label during this inspection.
3-602.11
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: The Sushi Bar 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.
5-204.11
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Roger Williams University Snack Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Roger Williams University Snack Bar on file is from Nov 18, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Roger Williams University Snack Bar?

Across the inspection record, “food properly labeled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Roger Williams University Snack Bar.

How does Roger Williams University Snack Bar compare to other restaurants in Bristol?

Roger Williams University Snack Bar most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Bristol average of 85.

Has Roger Williams University Snack Bar's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Roger Williams University Snack Bar have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Roger Williams University Snack Bar 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 Roger Williams University Snack Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Roger Williams University Snack Bar is inspected roughly once per year on average.