Shell

2200 Pawtucket Ave, East Providence, RI 02914
Grocery / Market
License: Food Processor Retail - In-State
Last inspected: Jan 6, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk

The inspection history at Shell is still short, with only two visits logged. Shell was last inspected on Jan 6, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around three violations to closer to one violation per visit over the last few inspections.

“Insects, rodents, & animals not present” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in East Providence average 79, so Shell is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

2
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 6, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The doors to the outside, located at the store entrance, are 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
95
Nov 6, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The doors to the outside, located at the entrance, are not tight-fitting. Space observed between the doors. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine have an accumulation of black/brown residue and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: The floor in the warewashing area is in poor repair. A portion of tile is missing under the 3-bay sink resulting in a gap and concrete exposed. This area is no longer smooth, durable, easily cleanable and non-absorbent. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-201.11
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Shell last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Shell on file is from Jan 6, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Shell?

Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Shell.

How does Shell compare to other restaurants in East Providence?

Shell most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the East Providence average of 79.

Has Shell's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

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