Shady Acres

164 Danielson Pk, Foster, RI 02825

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Aug 22, 2024

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Shady Acres has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent report on file is from Aug 22, 2024. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around one violation compared to roughly six violations earlier on.

When inspectors have written things up, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

The city-wide average for Foster sits at 83, putting Shady Acres on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Aug 22, 2024

Re-Inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair.

4-501.11

Aug 13, 2024

Re-Inspection

No violations found.

100

Jul 31, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

View 11 violations

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Inspector notes: The condensate from the soda/juice unit is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.

5-402.13

Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: An employee was observed touching ready to eat food (bagel) with bare hands. Food employees must not touch exposed, ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and shall use suitable utensils such as deli tissue, spatulas, single use gloves, or dispensing equipment. See disposal.

3-301.11

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) was observed with an accumulation of black and brown debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.

4-601.11(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer) was observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.

4-601.11(A)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

Inspector notes: Beans 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

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The ceiling in the food preparation area is in poor repair, observed exposed wood and installation. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

No designated area for employee eating or drinking (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Inspector observed a cellphone being stored on a cutting board in the kitchen. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be used for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and other possessions.

6-403.11

Handwashing sign not posted

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the toilet room is lacking signage.

6-301.14

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair.

4-501.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the chest freezer gaskets have an accumulation of food residue, and other debris.

4-602.13

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Shady Acres last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Shady Acres on file is from Aug 22, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Shady Acres?

Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Shady Acres.

How does Shady Acres compare to other restaurants in Foster?

Shady Acres most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Foster average of 83.

Has Shady Acres' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Shady Acres have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Shady Acres means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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