Flat River Tavern

2260 Flat River Rd, Coventry, RI 02816

Bar / Pub

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Jan 28, 2025

Score

Low Risk

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. Flat River Tavern was last inspected on Jan 28, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from four violations to one.

Food-contact surfaces accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing one time across the record.

Flat River Tavern's latest score is in line with the Coventry average of 88. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 28, 2025

Routine

1 major violation.

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Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher was 0 parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm. Dishwasher was observed not dispensing any sanitizer. PIC called to get unit serviced at the time of inspection. Establishment to use 3-bay sink until dishwasher is repaired.

4-601.11(A)

May 22, 2023

Routine

4 minor violations.

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Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine and fan covers in the walk in have an accumulation of biofilm and dust.

4-602.13

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures in the kitchen and bar ware-washing area do not have coving. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.

6-201.13

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair: 1) The floor tiles in the kitchen observed missing 2) The floor in the walk-in cooler observed with peeled epoxy paint.

6-501.11

Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

Inspector notes: The walls behind the 3 bay sink in the bar are constructed of walls that are not smooth, durable and easily cleanable. This material is not durable. Materials for wallsurfaces shall be smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms

6-201.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Flat River Tavern last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Flat River Tavern on file is from Jan 28, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Flat River Tavern?

Across the inspection record, food-contact surfaces has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Flat River Tavern.

How does Flat River Tavern compare to other restaurants in Coventry?

Flat River Tavern most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Coventry average of 88.

Has Flat River Tavern's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Flat River Tavern have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Flat River Tavern 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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