West Shore Health Center

109 West Shore Road, Warwick, RI 02889

Healthcare Facility

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Oct 16, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at West Shore Health Center, the earliest from 2023. On Oct 16, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around seven violations lately compared to roughly one violation before.

Across the inspection history, “proper cold holding temperatures” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

By comparison, the average Warwick facility scores 86, putting West Shore Health Center on the weaker side. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 16, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 7 violations

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

Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, TCS (Time/Temperature Control for Safety) Foods milk, nutrition shakes, and deli sandwiches were observed held at 49-50 degrees Fahrenheit in the 1st Floor Satellite Kitchen refrigerator. Food items were voluntarily disposed of by the PIC at the time of inspection.

3-501.16(A)

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The double glass doors down the hall from the kitchen area were observed to have a gap and not tightly sealing. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.

6-501.111

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floor under the cookline area has an accumulation of soil residue and debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

Inspector notes: Bowls are being used as scoops in containers of dry ingredients. Utensils used to dispense non-time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods such as sugar and flour must be stored in the food item with their handles above the top of the food within the container.

3-304.12

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The following equipment was observed in need of repair/adjustment: - The Air Gap drain at the kitchen prep sink was observed to be misaligned causing a leak onto the base of the cabinet the sink is set over. Air gap drain is to be adjusted to prevent spillage of liquid waste. - The 1st Floor Satellite Kitchen refrigerator was observed maintaining food temperatures at 49-50 degrees Fahrenheit. Unit was adjusted to a colder setting at the time of inspection. Maintenance staff were made aware of the observation of the refrigerator.

4-501.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine were observed to have an accumulation of residue. Non-food contact surfaces are to be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and to preclude the buildup of soil and debris.

4-602.13

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The ceiling to the kitchen area was observed to be a textured surface ("popcorn") and in need of resealing/repair (cracks, exposed joints). The ceiling is to be resealed/surfaced with a smooth, durable, easily cleanable material.

6-501.11

Sep 9, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with a buildup of biofilm. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Unit was taken out of service and ice was disposed of at the time of inspection. Maintenance personnel began cleaning unit by end of inspection.

4-601.11(A)

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The tile grout in the kitchen area is in poor repair (worn/chipping/missing). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Aug 21, 2023

Re-Inspection

No violations found.

100

Aug 8, 2023

Routine

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

View 3 violations

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

Inspector notes: Yogurt and salad was observed held at 43-44 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 voluntarily disposed of foods.

3-501.16(A)

Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Various foods were observed covered with plastic before properly cooling. All foods were recently prepared. Plastic cover was taken off of containers. PIC to go over proper cooling methods with employees.

3-501.15

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The prep unit was unable to keep foods internal temperature below 41 degrees. Unit to be used for non TCS foods only until unit is serviced.

4-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was West Shore Health Center last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at West Shore Health Center on file is from Oct 16, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at West Shore Health Center?

Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at West Shore Health Center.

How does West Shore Health Center compare to other restaurants in Warwick?

West Shore Health Center most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Warwick average of 86.

Has West Shore Health Center's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at West Shore Health Center have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at West Shore Health Center 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 West Shore Health Center inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, West Shore Health Center is inspected around two times per year on average.

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