Shell

2128 Elmwood Avenue, Warwick, RI 02888
Grocery / Market
License: Cash Registers - 1-2
Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Shell four times, with records going back to 2023. Shell was last inspected on Mar 4, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

Looking across the full record, “adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Compared to other Warwick restaurants (averaging 86), there's room to close the gap. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 4, 2026
Environmental Complaint
2 major violations.
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Person in charge not present
Inspector notes: No person in charge with serv safe/food safety at the time of inspection.
2-101.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
Inspector notes: Some beverage bottles were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
82
Aug 28, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed mini display signs in the hand-washing sink located next to self-service hot holding. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing. PIC removed mini display signs from sink.
5-205.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employee a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety that is registered/licensed with the RIDOH Center for Food Protection. PIC is to register with RIDOH as soon as possible. Application provided.
2-102.12(A)
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The front door to the outside 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
82
Aug 29, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 22, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Toxic materials not stored separately from food
Inspector notes: Chemicals were observed stored above chips. Chemicals must be stored to prevent the contamination of food by spacing or partitioning and locating them in an area that is not above food, equipment utensils, linens, and single service articles.
7-201.11
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Shell last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Shell on file is from Mar 4, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Shell?

Across the inspection record, “adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Shell.

How does Shell compare to other restaurants in Warwick?

Shell most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Warwick average of 86.

Has Shell's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Shell have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent 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.

How often is Shell inspected?

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