Friskie Fries

751 Hartford Ave, Johnston, RI 02919

American

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Oct 9, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Friskie Fries has three inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent report on file is from Oct 9, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

There hasn't been much movement either way: results have stayed near three violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is proper hot holding temperatures, which has been cited two times.

Friskie Fries's latest score of 70 falls below the Johnston average of 77. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 9, 2025

Routine

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

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Time used as public health control not properly documented

Inspector notes: Inspector observed fried chicken and fries being held in a fry basked. Establishment is not approved for time as a public health control.

3-501.19

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

Inspector notes: Fried chicken and fries were observed held between 107-115 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC reheated.

3-501.16(A)

Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained

Inspector notes: The dumpster outside is located on gravel. 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

May 6, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

Inspector notes: (Street Corn mixture ) was observed held at (122) degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling.PIC reheated mixture to 165 or above.

3-501.16(A)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors under equipment and 3 bay sink have an accumulation of soil residue and/or other debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment, items, and fiolage were observed in the (back outside ) area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.

6-501.114

Dec 15, 2023

Routine

3 minor violations.

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In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

Inspector notes: Inspector observed serving utensils being stored in sanitizer solution. PIC informed about proper storage of utensils.

3-304.12

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: The door to the employee toilet room is not self-closing.

6-501.19

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The threshold/base to the (walk-in-cooler) door is in poor repair. Inspector observed dry rot, rust and opening. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Friskie Fries last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Friskie Fries on file is from Oct 9, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Friskie Fries?

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

How does Friskie Fries compare to other restaurants in Johnston?

Friskie Fries most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Johnston average of 77.

Has Friskie Fries's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Friskie Fries 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 Friskie Fries inspected?

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

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