The Beach Shack

50 Asylum Road, Bristol, RI 02809

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Aug 12, 2025

Score

High Risk

The inspection history at The Beach Shack is still short, with only two visits logged. On Aug 12, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around eight violations each, up from closer to one violation before.

The pattern that stands out is “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean”, which has been cited two times.

By comparison, the average Bristol facility scores 85, putting The Beach Shack on the weaker side. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 12, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 8 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as beef patties) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as shredded lettuce and sliced tomatoes) in the 2-door reach-in. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. Food items were rearranged during the time of inspection.

3-302.11

Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the 3-bay sink. Establishment is to obtain test strips.

4-302.14

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of flies is not controlled as evidenced by live activity in the kitchen area. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.

6-501.111

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels. Paper towels were provided during the time of inspection.

5-205.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The floor in the kitchen area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. Establishment is to repair floor so that it is smooth, durable, and easily cleanable.

6-501.11

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the side entrance, 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

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The chest freezer located in the kitchen area was not in good repair. The lid was observed separated with insulation exposed. Establishment is to repair or replace unit.

4-501.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the slushie chest freezer have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent the accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-601.11(B)

Jun 6, 2023

Opening

1 minor violation.

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Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The floors in the kitchen prep area observed in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. Floors shall be smooth, durable, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable.

6-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Beach Shack last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Beach Shack on file is from Aug 12, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Beach Shack?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Beach Shack.

How does The Beach Shack compare to other restaurants in Bristol?

The Beach Shack most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Bristol average of 85.

Has The Beach Shack's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at The Beach Shack have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at The Beach Shack means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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