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The Vibe Nutrition

285 George Washington Highway, Smithfield, RI 02917
Café / Breakfast
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Jul 2, 2025
33
Score
High Risk

The Vibe Nutrition has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. The most recent report on file is from Jul 2, 2025. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

Compared to the prior visit, inspectors found more to write up: 13 violations versus zero before.

Warewashing facilities accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

By comparison, the average Smithfield facility scores 78, putting The Vibe Nutrition on the weaker side. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

2
Inspections
2
Critical latest
5
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 2, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations. 7 corrected on site.
View 13 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as egg) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as cookies and other dry ingredients) in the refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. PIC rearranged fridge.
3-302.11
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was <100 parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be 200 ppm. PIC added additional tablets.
4-501.114
Food label missing or inaccurate (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Various snack bites 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, allergens, the quantity of the contents, and the business name and address. PIC removed items from self-service.
3-602.11
No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the kitchen. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. PIC replaced soap.
6-301.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A rack was observed in the hand-washing sink in the kitchen. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing. PIC removed item.
5-205.11
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of yellow orange debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. PIC took ice machine out of service to be washed and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the quat sanitizing solution for the 3 bay sink.
4-302.14
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures along the wall of the 3 bay sink do not have coving. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.
6-201.13
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The doors to the outside, located in the front and back of building, are 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
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Single service items were observed stored on the floor in the kitchen area. PIC relocated item.
4-903.11(A)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the protein power shelves and fridge/freezer unit have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and/or other debris.
4-602.13
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the food prep and 3 bay sink areas are covered with tiles that are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable.
6-101.11
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The wall behind the mop sink is constructed of drywall. This material is not durable. Materials for wall surfaces shall be smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.
6-101.11
33
Sep 25, 2023
Opening
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Vibe Nutrition last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Vibe Nutrition on file is from Jul 2, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Vibe Nutrition?

Across the inspection record, warewashing facilities has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Vibe Nutrition.

How does The Vibe Nutrition compare to other restaurants in Smithfield?

The Vibe Nutrition most recently scored 33 out of 100, which is lower than the Smithfield average of 78.

Has The Vibe Nutrition's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at The Vibe Nutrition have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about zero per visit to around 13 more recently.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at The Vibe Nutrition 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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