Aquilantes Bistro and Tavern

701 Quaker Ln, West Warwick, RI 02893

Italian

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Aug 21, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Aquilantes Bistro and Tavern appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2024. The most recent visit was on Aug 21, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around four violations to closer to six violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “required records available”, which has been cited two times.

Aquilantes Bistro and Tavern's latest score of 61 falls below the West Warwick average of 88. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Major latest

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Inspection History

Aug 21, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 6 violations

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

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (beef) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (cheese) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. Storage document provided. Food relocated.

3-302.11

Required records available; molluscan shellfish identification, parasite destruction

Inspector notes: Some of the shellfish tags were lacking the date when the shellfish was last used. The date when the last shellfish was used from the bag must be noted on the shellfish tag.

3-203.12

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 walk-in refrigerator in covered containers greater than four inches deep. Pasta was cooled starting less than 2 hours ago. PIC unwrapped containers and placed in hotel pan to rapidly cool. Guidance document provided.

3-501.15

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

Inspector notes: A knife was observed stored between the prep units. During pauses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location.

3-304.12

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floor in the excess storage area has a light accumulation of old rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. PIC stated all equipment will be pulled from walls and thoroughly cleaned. Pest control will be informed as preventative measure.

6-501.12

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety certified with RIDOH. Application provided. PIC RICFSM expired in November 2024.

2-102.12(A)

Apr 26, 2024

Re-Inspection

No violations found.

100

Apr 11, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 7 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

Inspector notes: Various foods were observed held between 42-44 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 moved all foods to walk-in.

3-501.16(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of the ice machine were observed with an accumulation of bio-film. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice machine was turned off. PIC voluntarily disposed of ice. Ice machine to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized prior to use. Inspector recommends increasing cleaning frequency.

4-601.11(A)

Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the sanitizing solution for the dish machine.

4-302.14

Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction

Inspector notes: Shellfish tags must be maintained for 90 days in chronological order and the date when the last shellfish was used from the bag must be noted on the shellfish tag.

3-203.12

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: The receptacle in the women's toilet room is lacking a cover. A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.

5-501.17

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the kitchen, is not tight-fitting. Screen door is in poor repair. Screen must be replaced. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.

6-202.15

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The prep unit closest to the wall was observed with pooling water. When prep unit was in use, ambient was observed at 44 degrees. Food in unit was 42-44 degrees. PIC took unit out of service and called a technician to service unit.

4-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Aquilantes Bistro and Tavern last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Aquilantes Bistro and Tavern on file is from Aug 21, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Aquilantes Bistro and Tavern?

Across the inspection record, “required records available” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Aquilantes Bistro and Tavern.

How does Aquilantes Bistro and Tavern compare to other restaurants in West Warwick?

Aquilantes Bistro and Tavern most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the West Warwick average of 88.

Has Aquilantes Bistro and Tavern's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Aquilantes Bistro and Tavern have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Aquilantes Bistro and Tavern means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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