Black Goose Cafe

2160 Main Road, Tiverton, RI 02878

Café / Breakfast

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Aug 25, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Going back to 2023, Black Goose Cafe has three inspections in the public record. On Aug 25, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Compared to the prior visit, inspectors found more to write up: five violations versus two before.

Across the inspection history, approved thawing methods used is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to other Tiverton restaurants (averaging 84), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 25, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Frozen spinach was observed thawing in prep sink basin temping at 59 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must be thawed in one of the following manners: under refrigeration (41 degrees Fahrenheit or less); completely submerged under running water; as part of the cooking process; or in the microwave if cooked immediately after thawing. Food was voluntarily disposed of during time of inspection. Proper thawing methods reviewed.

3-501.13

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. State example provided during time of inspection.

2-201.11(A)

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector notes: The establishment is lacking a thermometer to test food temperatures. Food temperature measuring devices shall be provided and be readily accessible for checking cooking, cooling, reheating, and hot/cold holding temperatures of time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods.

4-204-112

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the chest freezers have an accumulation of ice buildup.

4-601.11(B)

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Rhode Island Manager Certified In Food Safety license is expired. FMC must re-instate. PIC states class is scheduled. Two other individuals have active food safety certificate.

2-102.12(A)

Feb 18, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Inspector notes: The condensate from the AC unit is draining into the second basin of the 3 bay sink. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain in a proper manner.

5-403.12

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The coving under the 3 bay sink was observed in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Handle on slicer was observed in poor repair. Equipment to be in good repair and proper adjustment.

4-501.11

Jun 13, 2023

Routine

2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer) observed with food debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Staff washed, rinsed, and sanitized the slicer during this inspection.

4-601.11(A)

Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: ROP tuna observed reduced oxygen environment in the sandwich station. ROP tuna observed at 37 degrees F. Label says, "Keep Frozen". Proper thawing of ROP fish reviewed. -Staff removed the ROP tuna from reduced oxygen packaging during this inspection.

3-501.13

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Black Goose Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Black Goose Cafe on file is from Aug 25, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Black Goose Cafe?

Across the inspection record, approved thawing methods used has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Black Goose Cafe.

How does Black Goose Cafe compare to other restaurants in Tiverton?

Black Goose Cafe most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Tiverton average of 84.

Has Black Goose Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Black Goose Cafe have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about two per visit to around five more recently.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Black Goose Cafe 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 Black Goose Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Black Goose Cafe is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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