Cleats Sports Club

116 Granite Street, Westerly, RI 02891
License: Seats - 50 or More
Last inspected: Nov 17, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Cleats Sports Club has six inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 17, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food separated and protected”, showing up three times.

Among Westerly restaurants, the typical score is 88; Cleats Sports Club is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 17, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the dining area & front entrance, 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
95
Nov 3, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (shelled eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (tomatoes) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
3-302.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cheese and cut iceberg lettuce were observed held at 49-50 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. See disposal.
3-501.16(A)
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria
Inspector notes: Chlorine sanitizer solution was observed in excess of 200 parts per million (ppm). A chlorine sanitizer solution applied to food contact surfaces must be between 50-100 ppm. PIC took dishwasher out of service at time of inspection. PIC informed to sanitize in 3 bay sink until serviced and dispensing proper concentration.
7-204.11
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (potato cutter, can opener) was observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Beverage tubing was observed in contact with ice used for drinks at the bar. Beverage tubing and cold plate beverage cooling devices must not be in contact with stored ice used for drinks.
4-204.16
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the dining area & front entrance, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors. Per interview with PIC, work order has been submitted.
6-202.15
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Prep unit door gaskets were observed torn and in poor repair.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Prep unit located in the kitchen area was not in good repair, ambient observed at 47F. PIC took unit out of service at time of inspection.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine has an accumulation of orange biofilm.
4-602.13
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: The coving in the ware washing area was in poor repair, inspector observed incomplete seal. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.
6-201.13
43
Oct 8, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The dumpster outside is located on dirt. The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain.
5-501.11
95
Sep 24, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chlorine sanitizer solution was observed in excess of 200 parts per million (ppm). A chlorine sanitizer solution applied to food contact surfaces must be between 50-100 ppm.
7-204.11
Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employees were observed changing gloves without washing their hands. Food employees must wash their hands before putting on gloves.
2-301.14
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of biofilm. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice machine was taken out of service and cleaned during time of inspection. Ice was voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal).
4-601.11(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of flies is not controlled as evidenced by flies in the kitchen and bar. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.
6-501.111
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the prep unit and equipment have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The dumpster outside is located on dirt. The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain.
5-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors and walls throughout the facility, especially under and behind equipment in the kitchen, the bar and bar floor mats, and storage area, have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
52
May 10, 2023
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as hamburgers) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as cheese) in the prep unit. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as cheese during storage. Raw hamburgers were relocated during time of inspection.
3-302.11
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. The person in charge showed proof that 7 employees took a food safety course on 5/6/23. Employees have not received grades yet. Please email inspector grades upon completion.
2-102.12
82
Apr 13, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
3-302.11
Improper cooling methods used
3-501.15
No certified food protection manager
2-102.12
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cleats Sports Club last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cleats Sports Club on file is from Nov 17, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cleats Sports Club?

Across the inspection record, “food separated and protected” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Cleats Sports Club.

How does Cleats Sports Club compare to other restaurants in Westerly?

Cleats Sports Club most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Westerly average of 88.

Has Cleats Sports Club's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cleats Sports Club have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cleats Sports Club 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 Cleats Sports Club inspected?

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