The Nerdy Baker

237 Newman Ave, Rumford, RI 02916

Café / Breakfast

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Jul 1, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for The Nerdy Baker. The latest inspection on file is from Jul 1, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

Compared to other Rumford restaurants (averaging 88), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 1, 2025

Routine

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

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

Inspector notes: Spray bottle used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies was not marked with the common name of the chemical.

7-102.11

Thermometers provided & accurate

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

4-203.12

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located at the 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

Aug 1, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Calzones observed held at 45 degrees Fahrenheit out of refrigeration. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Calzones had been placed out of refrigeration less than 2 hours prior to inspection and were moved to properly functioning refrigeration. Calzones are to be maintained at/below 41 degrees F.

3-501.16(A)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Nerdy Baker last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Nerdy Baker on file is from Jul 1, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does The Nerdy Baker compare to other restaurants in Rumford?

The Nerdy Baker most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Rumford average of 88.

Has The Nerdy Baker's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at The Nerdy Baker have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

Nearby Restaurants

Rumford Food Mart and Deli

Score: 100 — Low Risk

Seven Stars Bakery

20 Newman Ave

Score: 82 — Low Risk

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