Carolyn's Sakonnet Vineyards

53 Winery Road, Little Compton, RI 02837

Bar / Pub

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Jul 31, 2025

Score

Low Risk

The inspection history at Carolyn's Sakonnet Vineyards is still short, with only two visits logged. The most recent report on file is from Jul 31, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The most recent inspection turned up four violations, more than the three found previously.

Looking across the full record, food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

That's lower than the typical Little Compton restaurant, which scores around 90. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 31, 2025

Routine

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

View 4 violations

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

Inspector notes: Ends of deli meats/cheeses observed not marked with the date of preparation/package opening. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared/sliced in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation/slicing/package opening.

3-501.17

Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable

Inspector notes: The cutting boards 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

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Utensils observed displayed with the lip surface up. Utensils are to be stored so that only the handles are touched by employees and consumers if consumer self-service is provided.

4-903.11(A)

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. Facility does have employees certified in food safety management. One of these employees must register with RIDOH Center for Food Protection as the Certified Food Safety Manager. Application provided.

2-102.12(A)

Sep 12, 2024

Routine

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

View 3 violations

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

Inspector notes: Soup was observed held at 121 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Soup was reheated to 165 degrees F and returned to hot hold unit during inspection. Hot hold temperatures must be carefully monitored.

3-501.16(A)

Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction

Inspector notes: Shellstock (mussels) located in the 2-door reach-in did not have the proper identification tags. Shellstock tags must remain attached to the container in which the shellstock are received until the container is empty. Shelltags must then be maintained for 90 days in chronological order with the last date of sale/use noted on tag.

3-202.18

Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable

Inspector notes: Individual cutting boards and cutting boards of the prep units 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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Carolyn's Sakonnet Vineyards last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Carolyn's Sakonnet Vineyards on file is from Jul 31, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Carolyn's Sakonnet Vineyards?

Across the inspection record, food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Carolyn's Sakonnet Vineyards.

How does Carolyn's Sakonnet Vineyards compare to other restaurants in Little Compton?

Carolyn's Sakonnet Vineyards most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Little Compton average of 90.

Has Carolyn's Sakonnet Vineyards's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Carolyn's Sakonnet Vineyards have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about three per visit to around four more recently.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Carolyn's Sakonnet Vineyards 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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