Chelseas

1015 Aquidneck Avenue, Middletown, RI 02842

American

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Nov 13, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Chelseas has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 13, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, with around four violations found each time.

Across the inspection history, proper cold holding temperatures is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to other Middletown restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 13, 2025

Routine

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

View 4 violations

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

Inspector notes: Bin of potatoes were observed in the prep unit by the cookline held at 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Foods were relocated to walk-in cooler to continue cooling process and to chill.

3-501.16(A)

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

Inspector notes: The ceiling tiles in the warewashing area in the basement are constructed of acoustic composite ceiling tiles which is not durable, easily cleanable, or non-absorbent. The materials for indoor ceilings must be durable, easily cleanable and nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.

6-101.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Prep Unit lowboy was observed with an accumulation of ice. Ambient of bottom lowboy was observed at 43 degrees Fahrenheit. No foods that require refrigeration for food safety to be stored in bottom prep unit lowboy. Equipment to be in good repair and proper adjustment.

4-501.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Previously sealed and painted floors in the basement prep area were observed in poor repair (coating peeling). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Oct 2, 2024

Routine

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

View 4 violations

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

Inspector notes: Bins of potatoes were observed in the prep unit by the cookline held at 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Surrounding foods were observed at 45-50 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per interview of staff, potatoes were cooked about an hour ago. Foods were relocated to walk-in cooler to continue cooling process and to chill. Ambient of prep unit went down to 40 degrees Fahrenheit during time of inspection.

3-501.16(A)

Medicines stored or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Employees' medicines were not stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, or utensils.

7-207.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Previously sealed and painted floors in the basement prep area were observed in poor repair (coating peeling). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

Inspector notes: The ceiling in the food prep area are constructed of acoustic composite ceiling tiles which is not durable, easily cleanable, or non-absorbent. The materials for indoor ceilings must be durable, easily cleanable and nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.

6-101.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chelseas last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chelseas on file is from Nov 13, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chelseas?

Across the inspection record, proper cold holding temperatures has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Chelseas.

How does Chelseas compare to other restaurants in Middletown?

Chelseas most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Middletown average of 80.

Has Chelseas's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Chelseas means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Chelseas inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Chelseas is inspected around two times per year on average.

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