Blackstone East Greenwich

241 Main Street, East Greenwich, RI 02818
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Apr 14, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Blackstone East Greenwich appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2026. The most recent visit was on Apr 14, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around one violation compared to roughly three violations earlier on.

“Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.

Among East Greenwich restaurants, the typical score is 88; Blackstone East Greenwich is comfortably above that bar. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

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Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 14, 2026
Reinspection for Opening
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The following was observed: 1) The counter top/ledges at the bar observed in poor repair. The counter top/ledges observed chipped and cracked. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. 2) The floors in the kitchen area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
95
Apr 13, 2026
Reinspection for Opening
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Pasta was observed held at 45-47 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Person in charge voluntarily disposed of food at the time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The following was observed: 1) The counter top/ledges at the bar observed in poor repair. The counter top/ledges observed chipped and cracked. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. 2) The floors in the kitchen area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
82
Apr 6, 2026
Reinspection for Opening
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Some droppings observed in the basement area. Establishment shall get an evaluation from PCS. PCS report shall be provided to inspector before re-inspection date.
6-501.111
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. An asterisk needs to be added to the consumer advisory.
3-603.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The counter top/ledges at the bar observed in poor repair. The counter top/ledges observed chipped and cracked. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floors in the kitchen area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
74
Mar 23, 2026
Opening
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Meatballs and chicken cutlets were observed held at 45-48 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per PIC, foods were kept in reach-in cooler overnight. Person in charge voluntarily disposed of food at the time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Backflow prevention air gap not adequate
Inspector notes: The food prep sink was observed with an air-break. An approved backflow prevention device is required in order to prevent backflow of a solid, liquid, or gas contaminant into the water supply at each point of use at a food establishment.
5-202.13
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Can opener was moved to the 3-bay sink to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized.
4-602.11
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Poached chicken was observed with a date mark exceeding 7 days. All foods prepped on-site must be used or disposed of within 7 days. Person in charge voluntarily disposed of food at the time of inspection.
3-501.18
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: The menu is missing an allergen statement for consumer awareness.
2-103.11
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: Burger sliders are served raw or undercooked to the customer's request. A written consumer advisory (on the menu, table tent, or placard) is not provided to the consumer informing them of the significantly increased risk associated with certain vulnerable consumers eating such food in a raw or undercooked form.
3-603.11
Food thermometer not available or accessible
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.
4-302.12
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors in dry storage room and the shelving in the alcohol closet in the liquor room were observed with old rodent droppings. The areas must be cleaned and sanitized.
6-501.12
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Utensils are stored on an unclean surface (hanging on wall observed with food debris) between uses. During pauses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location.
3-304.12
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the cooking equipment has an accumulation of food residue, and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The following was observed in poor repair: 1) The floors in the kitchen were observed to be cracked/lifting 2) The bar ledge was observed to be chipping
6-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Blackstone East Greenwich last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Blackstone East Greenwich on file is from Apr 14, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Blackstone East Greenwich?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Blackstone East Greenwich.

How does Blackstone East Greenwich compare to other restaurants in East Greenwich?

Blackstone East Greenwich most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the East Greenwich average of 88.

Has Blackstone East Greenwich's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Blackstone East Greenwich have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Blackstone East Greenwich means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.