Besos Kitchen and Cocktails
Last inspected: Nov 21, 2024
78
Score
There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 21, 2024. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around four violations across recent inspections versus roughly 14 violations before.
Across the inspection history, “food-contact surfaces” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
Restaurants in East Greenwich average 88, so Besos Kitchen and Cocktails trails the local norm. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 21, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment (slicer) was observed with a food residue. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Per PIC slicer is not in use and will be placed in their garage storage unit.
4-601.11(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The lighting located above the salad station was not in good repair. Per PIC light fixture needs to be replaced.
4-501.11
Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas
Inspector notes: Inadequate lighting observed in the kitchen. Establishment shall replace missing light bulb above the 3 bay sink.
6-303.11
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. - Per PIC application was submitted one week prior to this inspection.
2-102.12
78
Oct 31, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 7 major violations. 5 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 14 violations
Employees not reporting illness or health conditions
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: There was no evidence that employees are required to report to the person in charge information about their health (illnesses, symptoms) as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. -Employee Health Policy and Agreement provided to establishment at the time of this inspection.
2-201.11
Toxic materials not stored separately from food
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employees' medicines were not stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, or utensils. -Staff moved the medicine during this inspection.
7-201.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment (can opener) were observed with an accumulation of food residue. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. PIC put can opener in 3 bay to clean, rinse and sanitize during time of inspection.
4-601.11(A)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Inspector notes: Establishment observed dehydrating jalepenos, oranges, limes, and lemons at the time of this inspection. -Establishment is not approved by RIDOH Center for Food Protection to perform this special food process. -Establishment to discontinue dehydrating until a variance and HACCP Plan are submitted and approved by RIDOH Center for Food Protection.
8-103.11
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The establishment does not have a written procedure for cleaning vomit and diarrhea.
2-501.11
Person in charge not present
Inspector notes: Establishment is lacking an allergen statement on the menu.
2-101.11
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Shell stock tags were missing the date of last shellfish sold.
3-203.12
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
Inspector notes: Metal cups were observed in the hand-washing sink in bar area. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The quaternary sanitizer dispenser observed at 100 ppm at the time of this inspection. Upon further investigation, hot water for the sanitizer dispenser observed at 148 degrees F. which exceeded the temperature requirement to be effective for the quaternary sanitizer. -Establishment will manually set up their sanitizer solution.
4-601.11(A)
Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas
Inspector notes: Inadequate lighting observed in the kitchen. Establishment must replace to brighter bulbs.
6-303.11
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. Establishment must register a ServSafe certified employee with RIDOH Center for Food Protection as the Certified Food Safety Manager (a RI license). -Application provided to establishment at the time of this inspection.
2-102.12
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area
Inspector notes: An open employees' beverage container was observed stored in a food preparation area. Employees shall not drink from open beverage containers in order to prevent contamination of their hands, the container, and exposed food. -In addition, employee observed eating in the food prep area. Designated area for employees to eat reviewed.
2-401.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The doors to the outside, located in the front and back entrance, observed open. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used
Inspector notes: The condensate from the salad refrigeration unit is draining into the bottom shelf of the unit. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain. -Service must be contacted.
5-403.12
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Besos Kitchen and Cocktails last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Besos Kitchen and Cocktails on file is from Nov 21, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Besos Kitchen and Cocktails?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Besos Kitchen and Cocktails.
How does Besos Kitchen and Cocktails compare to other restaurants in East Greenwich?
Besos Kitchen and Cocktails most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the East Greenwich average of 88.
Has Besos Kitchen and Cocktails' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Besos Kitchen and Cocktails have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly 14 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Besos Kitchen and Cocktails 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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