Chomp Kitchen and Drinks

111 Broadway, Newport, RI 02840

American

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Aug 6, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 6, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around four violations each, up from closer to one violation before.

Compared to other Newport restaurants (averaging 84), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 6, 2025

Routine

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

View 4 violations

Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: An employee was observed touching ready to eat food (sliced tomatoes) with bare hands. Food employees must not touch exposed, ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and shall use suitable utensils such as deli tissue, spatulas, single use gloves, or dispensing equipment. Food items were voluntarily disposed of during the time of inspection.

3-301.11

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: The plumbing under the kitchen prep sink was observed in poor repair. The air gap funnel was observed draining slowly and overflowing into a bucket on the floor. Plumbing systems shall be maintained in good repair.

5-205.15

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was blocked by a rolling utility cart and trash can. A hand-washing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use. Rolling cart and trashcan were moved from the front of sink during the time of inspection.

5-205.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The ice scoop is stored on an unclean surface (top of the ice machine) between uses. During pauses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location. Ice scoops were moved into a clean container during the time of inspection.

3-304.12

May 15, 2025

Opening

1 minor violation.

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Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back hallway, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.

6-202.15

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chomp Kitchen and Drinks last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chomp Kitchen and Drinks on file is from Aug 6, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Chomp Kitchen and Drinks compare to other restaurants in Newport?

Chomp Kitchen and Drinks most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Newport average of 84.

Has Chomp Kitchen and Drinks' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Chomp Kitchen and Drinks have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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

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