Audette

505 Thames Street, Newport, RI 02840

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Aug 5, 2025

Score

Low Risk

The inspection history at Audette is still short, with only two visits logged. The most recent report on file is from Aug 5, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The trend has been moving in the right direction: three violations last time, two this time.

Looking across the full record, consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food is the recurring theme, flagged one time.

Audette's latest score is in line with the Newport average of 84. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 5, 2025

Routine

2 major violations.

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Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food

Inspector notes: The consumer advisory provided does not disclose the foods on the menu that are raw or undercooked. Establishment shall add an indicating symbol to menu for food items that are offered raw or undercooked. Per PIC, symbols will be added when menus are reprinted.

3-603.11

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of small flies is not controlled as evidenced by live activity in the bar area. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.

6-501.111

Jul 25, 2024

Opening

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

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

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods such as duck eggs were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods such as fruit juices and fruit sauces 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

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the shelving in walk-in cooler and chest freezers have an accumulation of white residue and ice accumulation respectively. Non-food contact surfaces to be cleaned to sight and touch.

4-601.11(B)

Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas

Inspector notes: Inadequate lighting observed the outdoor walk-in cooler. Lighting levels must be sufficient enough to enable employees to perform certain functions such as reading labels, discerning the color of substances, recognizing the condition of food, utensils, and supplies; and safely conducting general food establishment operations and clean-up. Properly distributed light makes the need for cleaning apparent by making accumulations of soil conspicuous.

6-303.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Audette last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Audette on file is from Aug 5, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Audette?

Across the inspection record, consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Audette.

How does Audette compare to other restaurants in Newport?

Audette most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Newport average of 84.

Has Audette's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Audette 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 Audette means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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