Captain Nicks

34 Ocean Avenue, New Shoreham, RI 02807

Japanese / Sushi

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Aug 5, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Captain Nicks appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2023. The most recent visit was on Aug 5, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things are looking better: the most recent inspection turned up zero violations, compared to one violation previously.

The pattern that stands out is proper cold holding temperatures, which has been cited one time.

Among New Shoreham restaurants, the typical score is 85; Captain Nicks is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 5, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 16, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Various items were observed held at 46-60 degrees Fahrenheit. Foods were stored on top of covered pans/over fill line of food in the flip top prep unit overnight. 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 items at the time of inspection. Foods to not be stored overfill line in flip top prep unit.

3-501.16(A)

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine has an accumulation of biofilm. Non-food contact surfaces to be cleaned as often as necessary.

4-602.13

Jun 15, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Captain Nicks last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Captain Nicks on file is from Aug 5, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Captain Nicks?

Across the inspection record, proper cold holding temperatures has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Captain Nicks.

How does Captain Nicks compare to other restaurants in New Shoreham?

Captain Nicks most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the New Shoreham average of 85.

Has Captain Nicks's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Captain Nicks have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around zero violations compared to about one previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

How often is Captain Nicks inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Captain Nicks is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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