The Westerly Hospital

25 Wells St, Westerly, RI 02891
Healthcare Facility
License: Food Service (Non-Profit)
Last inspected: Nov 10, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Public records show seven inspections at The Westerly Hospital stretching back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 10, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

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

Across the inspection history, food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Restaurants in Westerly average 88, so The Westerly Hospital is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 10, 2025
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 27, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 6 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Approved thawing methods used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, ROP surimi was thawing with package intact. Reduced oxygen packaging fish that bears a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use shall be removed from the reduced oxygen environment. Temperature was observed at 39 degrees Fahrenheit, see disposal.
3-501.12
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the kitchen, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors. Per interview with PIC, it is in process.
6-202.15
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Open air case located in the kitchen area was not in good repair, ambient observed at 45F. No TCS foods in unit at time of inspection.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the walk-in cooler fans have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected
Inspector notes: Inspector observed cracked light shield in the ware washing area.
6-202.11
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: A paper towel dispenser was observed installed above the 3 bay sink and food preparation sink. A sink used for food preparation or utensil washing, or a service sink may not be provided with the handwashing aids.
6-301.13
67
May 29, 2025
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
May 20, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food was observed held at 43-44 degrees Fahrenheit in the open-air cooler. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Food was relocated to another cold hold unit to cool.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following equipment was observed in poor repair/improper adjustment. 1) Open-air cooler had an ambient air temperature of 37-44 degrees Fahrenheit during time of inspection. Open air cooler was taken out of service and must not be used to store time/temperature control for safety foods until it can maintain an internal food temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Open-air cooler must be repaired/replaced/adjusted. 2) The dishwasher is in poor repair. The required utensil surface temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was not achieved during the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher as evidenced by the failure of the thermolabel (temperature indicator) affixed to the surface of a utensil to turn black. Establishment has currently been using the 3-bay sink to sanitize. Establishment must not use the dishwasher until it is repaired/replaced/adjusted.
4-501.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served. Per person in charge, application will be submitted today.
2-102.12(A)
78
May 8, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Yogurt was observed held at 45 degrees Fahrenheit in the Coca-Cola mini refrigerator. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per person in charge, yogurt had been in the refrigerator since the day prior. Yogurt was voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form).
3-501.16(A)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food was observed held at 44-46 degrees Fahrenheit in the open-air cooler. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per person in charge, all food was placed in the cooler about an hour prior to inspection. Food was transferred to the walk-in cooler to cool.
3-501.16(A)
Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The food-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils were not sanitized. The required utensil surface temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was not achieved during the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher as evidenced by the failure of the thermolabel (temperature indicator) affixed to the surface of a utensil to turn black. Dishwasher was taken out of service and must not be used until it is repaired. Per person in charge, equipment will be sanitized in the 3-bay sink.
4-501.112
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Self-serve bagels were observed not labeled with allergen information. Self-serve items must be labeled with allergen information.
3-602.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.
2-102.12(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following equipment was observed in poor repair/improper adjustment. 1) Open-air cooler had an ambient air temperature of 41-48 degrees Fahrenheit during time of inspection. Open air cooler was taken out of service and must not be used to store time/temperature control for safety foods until it can maintain an internal food temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Open-air cooler must be repaired/replaced/adjusted. 2) Mini Coca-Cola refrigerator had an ambient air temperature of 43 degrees Fahrenheit. Mini Coca-Cola refrigerator was taken out of service and must not be used to store time/temperature control for safety foods until it can maintain an internal food temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Mini Coca-Cola refrigerator must be repaired/replaced/adjusted.
4-501.11
55
Oct 8, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Pasta was placed hot in the refrigerator in covered containers.
3-501.15
90
Nov 28, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The food-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils were not sanitized. The required utensil surface temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was not achieved during the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher as evidenced by the failure of the thermolabel (temperature indicator) affixed to the surface of a utensil to turn black. Establishment must not use the dishwasher to sanitize equipment. Per person in charge, all equipment will be sanitized in the 3-bay sink. Please email inspector proof of repair.
4-501.112
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Westerly Hospital last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Westerly Hospital on file is from Nov 10, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Westerly Hospital?

Across the inspection record, food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Westerly Hospital.

How does The Westerly Hospital compare to other restaurants in Westerly?

The Westerly Hospital most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Westerly average of 88.

Has The Westerly Hospital's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at The Westerly Hospital have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about three previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Westerly Hospital 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 The Westerly Hospital inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Westerly Hospital is inspected around four times per year on average.