The Moody Brewer

1219 Main Street, West Warwick, RI 02893

Café / Breakfast

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The Moody Brewer has been inspected five times since 2024. The most recent visit was on Mar 11, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from two violations to one.

When inspectors have written things up, proper cold holding temperatures has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

The Moody Brewer's latest score is in line with the West Warwick average of 88. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 11, 2026

Routine

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Sanitizer test kit not available

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

4-302.14

Feb 12, 2025

Re-Inspection

No violations found.

100

Jan 30, 2025

Routine

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

View 4 violations

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

Inspector notes: Various foods were observed held above 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Food was prepped recently and moved back to freezer to rapidly cool.

3-501.16(A)

Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations

Inspector notes: Allergy statement is lacking on the menu. Allergy statement to be added.

2-103.11

Food label missing or inaccurate

Inspector notes: Various foods packaged in the food establishment are lacking labels. 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

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The open air cooler was not in good repair. Ambient temperature frequently changing between 37 and 48. TCS foods not holding adequate temperature. Unit to only be used for non-TCS foods until serviced or adjusted.

4-501.11

Nov 12, 2024

Reinspection for Opening

No violations found.

100

Nov 4, 2024

Opening

2 critical violations. 1 major violation.

View 3 violations

Sewage backflow not prevented

Inspector notes: The ice machine is lacking an air gap. A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed.

5-402.11

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

Inspector notes: The open air cooler was observed held at 47-49 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling.

3-501.16(A)

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in the open air refrigeration unit. Cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.

4-204.112

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Moody Brewer last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Moody Brewer on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Moody Brewer?

Across the inspection record, proper cold holding temperatures has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Moody Brewer.

How does The Moody Brewer compare to other restaurants in West Warwick?

The Moody Brewer most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the West Warwick average of 88.

Has The Moody Brewer's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at The Moody Brewer have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about two previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Moody Brewer 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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