Sams Beach
Last inspected: Jul 28, 2025
100
Score
Across the available record, Sams Beach has five inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Jul 28, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near zero violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “proper cold holding temperatures”, which has been cited two times.
Sams Beach's latest score of 100 sits above the Westerly average of 88. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 28, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 26, 2024
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jun 12, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food was observed held at 43-48 degrees Fahrenheit in the prep unit next to the grill. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per person in charge, food had been in the prep unit since the day prior. Food was voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form). The prep unit was taken out of service and must not be used until it can maintain an internal food temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Prep unit must be repaired/replaced/adjusted.
3-501.16(A)
86
Jun 28, 2023
Re-Inspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Cheese and chicken were observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.
3-501.17
90
Jun 7, 2023
Routine
5 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations. 7 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Employees not reporting illness or health conditions
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: There was no evidence that employees are required to report to the person in charge information about their health (illnesses, symptoms) as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. An employee illness policy was given to the person in charge during time of inspection.
2-201.11
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as fish) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as tuna salad and dressing) in the prep unit. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as tuna salad and dressing during storage. Raw fish was relocated during time of inspection.
3-302.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food was observed held at 39-45 degrees Fahrenheit in the refrigerator. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. All time/temperature control for safety foods were relocated to another refrigeration unit. Refrigeration unit was observed at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit during time of inspection. Establishment may only use the refrigerator for non time/temperature control for safety foods such as beverages. Per person in charge refrigeration services will be contacted.
3-501.16(A)
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chowder was observed held past 7 days in the 2-Door refrigerator in the shed. Per person in charge, chowder was made on 5/25/23. Chowder was voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form). .
3-501.18
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chlorine sanitizer solution was observed in excess of 200 parts per million (ppm). A chlorine sanitizer solution applied to food contact surfaces must be between 50-100 ppm. A new sanitizing solution was made at 100 ppm during time of inspection.
7-204.11
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Multiple containers of food were observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.
3-501.17
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The establishment does not have a written procedure for cleaning vomit and diarrhea. Written procedures were given to the person in charge during time of inspection.
2-501.11
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
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served. Establishment must enroll employees in a food safety course. Please email inspector proof of enrollment.
2-102.12
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine have an accumulation of black debris.
4-602.13
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The dipper well located in the ice cream cooler area was not in good repair.
4-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sams Beach last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sams Beach on file is from Jul 28, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sams Beach?
Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sams Beach.
How does Sams Beach compare to other restaurants in Westerly?
Sams Beach most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Westerly average of 88.
Has Sams Beach's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sams Beach have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Sams Beach 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 Sams Beach inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sams Beach is inspected around two times per year on average.
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