Shores Market

435 Atwood Ave, Cranston, RI 02920

Grocery / Market

License: Cash Registers - 3-5

Last inspected: Feb 13, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Shores Market has four inspections on file, the first dated 2023. On Feb 13, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

“Insects, rodents, & animals not present” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.

Compared to the broader Cranston restaurant scene, this is about average. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 13, 2025

Food Complaint

2 minor violations.

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Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The following outer openings were observed to be not tight fitting: 1) The door to the outside of the meat cutting room 2) The door to the back loading dock in the back produce prep area Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.

6-202.15

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The ceiling tiles in the meat cutting area has an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Jun 24, 2024

Environmental Complaint

1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Working containers of toxic materials not identified (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Working containers used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies were not marked with the common name of the chemical.

7-102.11

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the honeycomb vents in the retail floor coolers and the walk-in fan covers were observed with an accumulation of dust.

4-602.13

Jul 10, 2023

Re-Inspection

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food label missing or inaccurate

Inspector notes: Chicken kabob packaged in the food establishment are lacking labels with a list of ingredients. 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.

3-602.11

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the meat packing room, 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

Jun 22, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Chicken wings that were prepped and packaged on the premises the day before was observed held at 45-48 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Person in charge voluntarily disposed of food items.

3-501.16(A)

Working containers of toxic materials not identified

Inspector notes: Spray bottles with sanitizer solution were not marked with the common name of the chemical.

7-102.11

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The following outer openings were observed to be not tight fitting: 1) The door to the outside of the meat cutting room 2) The door to the back loading dock Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.

6-202.15

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the fans in the walk-in coolers have an accumulation of dust.

4-602.13

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Shores Market last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Shores Market on file is from Feb 13, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Shores Market?

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

How does Shores Market compare to other restaurants in Cranston?

Shores Market most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Cranston average of 88.

Has Shores Market's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Shores Market 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 Shores Market inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Shores Market is inspected around two times per year on average.

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