Bluewater Bar and Grill

32 Barton Avenue, Barrington, RI 02806

Bar / Pub

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Sep 24, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for Bluewater Bar and Grill. On Sep 24, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

Bluewater Bar and Grill's latest score of 78 falls below the Barrington average of 84. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 24, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Required records available; molluscan shellfish identification, parasite destruction

Inspector notes: Molluscan shellfish tags must be maintained for 90 days in chronological order and the date when the last shellfish was used from the bag must be noted on the shellfish tag.

3-203.12

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Ice machine is to be cleaned.

4-601.11(B)

Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable

Inspector notes: The cutting boards of the prep units on the cook/grill line are very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.

4-501.12

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Prep unit observed to be in poor repair. Duct tape observed holding a section in place. Prep unit must be properly repaired. In addition, the back side of the hood observed in poor repair. There is currently a grease leak, and the area has been covered with plastic. This area must be repaired using materials that are smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent.

4-501.11

Aug 20, 2024

Routine

2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 5 violations

Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: ROP fish were observed thawing in walk-in cooler with package still intact. Fish was 36 DF, and taken out of the package at the time of inspection.

3-501.13

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

Inspector notes: Various food items were observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation. Establishment is to date mark food.

3-501.17

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the tables have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Non-food contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch.

4-602.13

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. At the time of inspection no employee was present with food safety training. Establishment has a Rhode Island certified food safety manager.

2-102.12

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: The dumpster outside is located on dirt and grass. The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain. Establishment is to move dumpster up to the concrete.

5-501.115

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bluewater Bar and Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bluewater Bar and Grill on file is from Sep 24, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Bluewater Bar and Grill compare to other restaurants in Barrington?

Bluewater Bar and Grill most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Barrington average of 84.

Has Bluewater Bar and Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Bluewater Bar and Grill have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Bluewater Bar and Grill 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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