Boba on Bowens

30 Bowens Wharf, Newport, RI 02840
Café / Breakfast
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Jul 3, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Boba on Bowens has three inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Jul 3, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible”, showing up two times.

Compared to the broader Newport restaurant scene, this is about average. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspection History
Jul 3, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.
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Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was blocked by cups and dish soap in the sink basin. A hand-washing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use. Objects removed from sink basin at the time of inspection.
5-205.11
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Staff failed to sanitize equipment and utensils after washing and rinsing them. After being cleaned, equipment and utensils must be sanitized in the 3-bay-sink or dishwasher. Staff informed to sanitize and allow all dishes to air dry before returning them to service. All dishes that were previously washed were cleaned and sanitized during the time of inspection.
4-601.11(A)
82
Aug 13, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was blocked by Italian ice lids. A hand-washing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use. Lids were moved into 3-Bay sink.
5-205.11
90
Jun 17, 2024
Opening
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Boba on Bowens last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Boba on Bowens on file is from Jul 3, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Boba on Bowens?

Across the inspection record, “adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Boba on Bowens.

How does Boba on Bowens compare to other restaurants in Newport?

Boba on Bowens most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Newport average of 84.

Has Boba on Bowens' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Boba on Bowens have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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