Walmart No 2225

7 Dowling Village Boulevard, North Smithfield, RI 02896
Café / Breakfast
License: Cash Registers - 6 or more
Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026
70
Score
Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Walmart No 2225 five times, with records going back to 2024. Walmart No 2225 was last inspected on Mar 3, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near six violations per visit across recent inspections.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable”, showing up five times.

Walmart No 2225's latest score of 70 falls below the North Smithfield average of 82. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 3, 2026
Food Complaint
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employee was observed not changing gloves and washing hands after handling an electronic ordering device. PIC instructed staff to wash hands and change gloves.
2-301.14
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair: -bakery open freezer case non-functional (PIC stated work order in place) -gaskets to several customer-facing reach-in units (HVAC audit is due to be completed) -an exposed electrical wire held with tape on meat department reach-in -deli slicer non-functional (work order in place).
4-501.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: -deli slicer -tracks to deli cases.
4-601.11(B)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following have an accumulation of soil residue and food debris: -walk-in fan guards -under pet food shelving The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair: -ceiling tiles missing in produce and meat department back rooms -shelving in milk reach-ins (coating peeling) -lights non-functional under cook hoods.
6-501.11
70
May 27, 2025
Environmental Complaint
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: No running water was observed at time of inspection.
5-103.11
90
Jan 6, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 8 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Ambient of the self-serve hot foods case was observed between 120- and 183 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC increased temperature.
3-501.16(A)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: A leak was observed at the prep sink faucet in the deli area prep room. PIC placed work order during inspection.
5-205.15
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Ambient of the open-air case in the bakery department was observed at 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC placed work order and all foods requiring refrigeration were moved to another unit.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Multiple refrigerator and freezer door gaskets were observed in poor repair on the salesfloor.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The open air case located in the bakery area was not in good repair, observed with an ambient temperature of 50 degrees. PIC placed work order during inspection.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Condensation was observed on shelving in the ice cream freezers.
4-501.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: -shelving of bakery cabinets -vents of produce cases -tracks of deli case doors -shelving in several freezer/refrigerator units.
4-601.11(B)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Litter and leaf litter observed around trash compactor area.
5-501.115
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors under multiple shelves in the food and pet food areas have 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
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The wall and coving at the door to the water room (in deli area) is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Single service items are not being stored properly in their original protective package and/or are stored on a surface that is not clean in the bakery area.
4-903.11(A)
43
Aug 14, 2024
Environmental Complaint
No violations found.
100
Mar 5, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Popcorn chicken was observed held at 123-127 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC disposed of in the locked organics bin.
3-501.16(A)
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
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The bottom shelves in the bacon area of the cooler was not in good repair, with the coating peeling and missing in areas.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: meat display case, especially door tracks cupboards below counters knife rack in bakery area market shelves in cereal aisle
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floor in the compactor area have an accumulation of soil residue and/or debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Walmart No 2225 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Walmart No 2225 on file is from Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Walmart No 2225?

Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Walmart No 2225.

How does Walmart No 2225 compare to other restaurants in North Smithfield?

Walmart No 2225 most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the North Smithfield average of 82.

Has Walmart No 2225's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Walmart No 2225 have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Walmart No 2225 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Walmart No 2225 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Walmart No 2225 is inspected around three times per year on average.