Village at Waterman Lake

Building 3, Smithfield, RI 02828

Healthcare Facility

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Dec 17, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Village at Waterman Lake has three inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 17, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The most recent inspection cleaned up several issues, finishing with two violations after three on the prior visit.

Across the inspection history, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Smithfield restaurant scores 78. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Dec 17, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of the ice machine were observed with an accumulation of soil residue. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice machine was taken out of service, and ice will be used from the Lodge. Service was called during inspection.

4-601.11(A)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The kitchen door has an accumulation of soil residue and grime. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Jan 2, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The kitchen door to the bistro facing Macoun area has an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the wall-mounted fan in dishwasher area, and table with slicer, mixer, and robot coupe on it have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-602.13

Nov 15, 2023

Routine

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

View 4 violations

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

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as liquid eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as butter packets) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.

3-302.11

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Slicer in process of cleaning during time of inspection.

4-601.11(A)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The window by the AC unit was observed with soil residue and small flies carcasses. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Outdoor refuse receptacles lack tight-fitting lids

Inspector notes: Dumpster lid by Courtyard observed in poor repair. Litter observed on ground. Area to be maintained clean and free of litter.

5-501.15

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Village at Waterman Lake last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Village at Waterman Lake on file is from Dec 17, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Village at Waterman Lake?

Across the inspection record, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Village at Waterman Lake.

How does Village at Waterman Lake compare to other restaurants in Smithfield?

Village at Waterman Lake most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Smithfield average of 78.

Has Village at Waterman Lake's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Village at Waterman Lake 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 Village at Waterman Lake 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 Village at Waterman Lake inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Village at Waterman Lake is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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