Franklin Spa

229 Spring Street, Newport, RI 02840

Café / Breakfast

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Apr 7, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Franklin Spa three times, with records going back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 7, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Compared to the prior visit, inspectors found more to write up: five violations versus four before.

The pattern that stands out is food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, which has been cited four times.

Franklin Spa's latest score of 74 falls below the Newport average of 84. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 7, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 5 violations

Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Boiled potatoes were placed hot in the refrigerator in covered containers. Food items shall not be covered until an internal temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or less is obtained. Covers were removed during time of inspection.

3-501.15

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

Inspector notes: The ceiling in the cookline area is covered with tiles that are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable. Establishment is to replace ceiling tiles with material that is smooth, durable, and easily cleanable.

6-101.11

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

Inspector notes: A coffee stirrer was observed stored in stagnant water between uses. Utensils shall be stored in one of the following manners when between uses; on a dry clean surface, in water of 135 degrees Fahrenheit or more, or in water with sufficient flow to flush particulates to the drain. Utensil was removed from stagnant water during time of inspection.

3-304.12

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used

Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of shelf above the prep unit and the shelves above the dishwashing sink. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material.

4-101.17

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The floor under the flat top grill and behind the counter bar area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Mar 14, 2024

Routine

2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

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

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was blocked by bowls. A hand-washing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use.

5-205.11

Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Hollandaise was placed hot in the refrigerator in containers greater than four inches deep. - Establishment had just cooked hollandaise, product was moved to shallow containers to cool over an ice bath.

3-501.15

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used

4-101.17

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The floor under the flat top grill and behind the counter bar area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Feb 6, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (Ice Machine) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Establishment turned off machine for ice to burn through ice, scheduled service for ice machine

4-601.11(A)

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used

Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair on the 2 door stand up. Gaskets must be maintained in good condition.

4-101.17

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used

4-101.17

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The floor under the flat top grill and behind the counter bar area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Franklin Spa last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Franklin Spa on file is from Apr 7, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Franklin Spa?

Across the inspection record, food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Franklin Spa.

How does Franklin Spa compare to other restaurants in Newport?

Franklin Spa most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Newport average of 84.

Has Franklin Spa's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Franklin Spa have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about four per visit to around five more recently.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Franklin Spa 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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