Blenheim Newport

303 Valley Rd, Middletown, RI 02842

Healthcare Facility

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Nov 18, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Blenheim Newport has three inspections in the public record. On Nov 18, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Performance has remained roughly level inspection to inspection, near three violations each time.

The most common issue across all inspections has been physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean, showing up three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Middletown restaurant scores 80. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Nov 18, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Stagnant water observed in food processor. Equipment to be air dried after cleaning and sanitizing. PIC informed.

4-901.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Walk-in freezer condensate pipe observed leaking into pan. Equipment to be in good repair and proper adjustment.

4-501.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Wall end caps near handsink and grill were observed in poor repair.

6-501.11

Nov 14, 2024

Re-Inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair: 1. Junctures where floor and walls meet in the walk-in cooler 2. Wall end caps located by walls near handsink and grill 3. The ceiling near the dishmachine and 3 bay sink (painted ceiling observed chipping) 4. Walk-in freezer gasket The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Oct 30, 2024

Routine

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

View 6 violations

Toxic materials not stored separately from food (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Fly insecticide vapor strips were observed throughout the kitchen in various areas stored in close proximity to foods or in food preparation areas. Adequate spacing or partition required. PIC informed.

7-201.11

Prohibited food served or offered (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Per interview of staff, whole shelled raw eggs can be ordered and cooked to preference. Eggs served and cooked to preference that are not fully cooked must be pasteurized whole shelled raw eggs. PIC informed.

3-801.11

Food-contact surface not smooth, sealed, or easily cleanable

Inspector notes: Cardboard is used to line various shelving in kitchen. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material. PIC informed.

4-202.11

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of the following were observed with an accumulation of food and soil residue: 1. Ice machine (black residue); equipment was taken out of service during time of inspection. Ice machine must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized prior to use 2. Slicer 3. Food processor 4. Can opener The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Slicer, food processor, and can opener were cleaned and sanitized during time of inspection.

4-601.11(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: 1. Shelving in walk-in cooler 2. Side of flattop grill 3. Bottom shelf of salad prep unit

4-601.11(B)

Physical facilities not in good repair

6-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Blenheim Newport last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Blenheim Newport on file is from Nov 18, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Blenheim Newport?

Across the inspection record, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Blenheim Newport.

How does Blenheim Newport compare to other restaurants in Middletown?

Blenheim Newport most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Middletown average of 80.

Has Blenheim Newport's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Blenheim Newport have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around three per visit.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Blenheim Newport 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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