Gators Pub
Last inspected: Nov 13, 2025
95
Score
The health department has logged six inspections at Gators Pub, the earliest from 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 13, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around four violations across recent inspections versus roughly 15 violations before.
Looking across the full record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” is the recurring theme, flagged six times.
Compared to the broader North Smithfield restaurant scene, where the average is 82, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
6
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 13, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair: -pizza prep unit and reach-in gaskets -chest freezer lid and gaskets. PIC has work orders in place, await parts.
4-501.11
95
Nov 3, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Garlic butter was observed on the counter held at 56 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Container was returned to refrigeration.
3-501.16(A)
Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: An employee was observed touching ready to eat food (pickles) 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. Staff informed to cease behavior, pickles were disposed.
3-301.11
Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized
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. PIC called for service during inspection.
4-501.114
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: ROP fish was observed thawing in the walk-in with packaging intact. Fish was 32 degrees F or colder and removed from packaging.
3-501.13
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the dish machines.
4-302.14
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
Inspector notes: Wet wiping cloths are not stored in a chemical sanitizer between uses. Wet wiping cloths must be stored in a chemical sanitizer at the appropriate concentration. PIC informed.
3-304.14
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following were observed not in good repair: -pizza prep unit gaskets -pizza refrigerator (condensate dripping into a bucket) -chest freezer (cracked gasket and lid, frost build-up). PIC stated repairs have been scheduled.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine have an accumulation of residue and debris.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The fan guards and floor of the keg walk-in have an accumulation of dust and beverage residue. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
43
Dec 11, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the slicer have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
95
Nov 27, 2024
Environmental Complaint
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 13 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 16 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (liquid eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (cheese, fruit) in the grill line reach-in and the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. PIC relocated.
3-302.11
Sewage backflow not prevented
Inspector notes: The sink used for food preparation is lacking an air gap. A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed.
5-402.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodets is not controlled as evidenced by rodent droppings and a dead mouse in rear basement storage room. 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. PIC stated pest control service is regularly once per month and has increased due to recent activity.
6-501.111
Mechanical ventilation inadequate or absent
Inspector notes: Tape was observed on part of the ansul system. PIC stated that the piece rattles during use; unit is in process of a repair (ansul system and ventilation were functional during inspection) and awaiting final piece scheduled for installation on 11/29.
6-304.11
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A lid was observed in direct contact with ice cream in the chest freezer. PIC disposed.
3-307.11
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Cases of single service items were observed stored under a waste pipe.
4-903.11(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair on the pizza prep unit.
4-501.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, or other debris: -stand mixer -slicer -ice machine- -shelving in server refrigerator. PIC directed staff to clean during inspection.
4-601.11(B)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: A leak was observed from a waste line in the basement near canned food storage.
5-401.11
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: The receptacle in the handicap/staff toilet room is lacking a cover. A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.
5-501.17
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The walk-in freezer in the outdoor area is in poor repair. Inspector observed condensation near fans and a loose-fitting door. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the rear basement storage area, under the building overhang, and around/behind trash area. An excessive amount of leaf litter was observed under the building overhang. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floors in the rear basement area (foundation floor) was observed with several cracks and holes, exposing the dirt below. Holes were observed in the wall/floor junctures in the same area.
6-501.11
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the pizza prep area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-201.16
Mops not properly air-dried after use
Inspector notes: Mops must be allowed to air dry after use.
6-501.16
Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas
Inspector notes: Lights were non-functional at the prep area hood.
6-303.11
35
Mar 4, 2024
Re-Inspection
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Ice buckets are not stored inverted.
4-901.11
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Single service items are not being stored properly in their original protective package and/or are stored on a surface that is not clean in the kitchen, back kitchen, and pizza areas.
4-903.11(A)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The dumpster outside is located on the ground. 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.
5-501.115
86
Feb 20, 2024
Routine
5 critical violations. 5 major violations. 16 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 26 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Open container of shrimp was adulterated with frost and debris in the chest freezer. Disposed.
3-101.11
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Observed open containers of food in freezers. Food must be protected from contamination by packaging, covered containers, or wrapping.
3-302.11
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: A plastic-wrapped head of lettuce was observed in the mixed greens in the prep table. A plastic container of tomatoes was observed inside a large plastic container of greens. Food must be protected from contamination. Disposed.
3-302.11
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer, mixers, stacked metal bowls, tomato slicer, and citrus juicer) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Items are to be cleaned and sanitized before use.
4-602.11
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chicken, which was prepared in advance, was not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Disposed.
3-501.14
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Chicken, and pasta were placed hot in the refrigerator in covered plastic containers greater than four inches deep.
3-501.15
Food thermometer not available or accessible
Inspector notes: The establishment is lacking a thermometer to test food temperatures. Food temperature measuring devices shall be provided and be readily accessible for checking cooking, cooling, reheating, and hot/cold holding temperatures of time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods.
4-302.12
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Single service are stored in a basement room beneath a sewage pipe. Cleaned and SANITIZED EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, laundered LINENS, and SINGLESERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES may not be stored: (1) In locker rooms; (2) In toilet rooms; (3) In garbage rooms; (4) In mechanical rooms; (5) Under sewer lines that are not shielded to intercept potential drips; (6) Under leaking water lines including leaking automatic fire sprinkler heads or under lines on which water has condensed; (7) Under open stairwells; or (8) Under other sources of contamination.
4-903.12
Person in charge lacks food safety knowledge
Inspector notes: Management's plan for assessing, monitoring, and controlling foodborne disease hazards is inadequate. The Person in charge did not assure compliance with critical code requirements.
2-102.11
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in some refrigeration units. Cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.
4-204.112
Handwashing sign not posted
Inspector notes: Hand sinks are lacking proper signage. A sign or poster reminding food employees to wash their hands must be posted at all hand sinks used by food employees.
6-301.14
Employee not wearing required hair restraint
Inspector notes: Staff were observed not wearing hair restraints. Food employees must wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings, or nets that are worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food, clean equipment/utensils, linens, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.
2-402.11
Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage
Inspector notes: Water observed in stacked containers on the air drying rack. After cleaning & sanitizing, equipment and utensils must be air dried.
4-901.11
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Single service items are not being stored properly in their original protective package and/or are stored on a surface that is not clean in the kitchen, back kitchen, and pizza area.
4-903.11(A)
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: The cutting boards at a prep unit are very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.
4-501.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Plastic food containers, the food processor, a tomato slicer, and a vegetable chopper observed not in good repair, cracked with pieces missing.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the slicer, mixers, can opener base, prep unit, top of cold drawer unit beneath grill, have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. The chest freezer has an accumulation of frost and debris.
4-602.13
Food separated and protected
Inspector notes: The dumpster outside is located on the ground. 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.
5-501.115
Food separated and protected
Inspector notes: The grease recycling bin has an accumulation of grease and debris.
5-501.116
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The drywall in the basement is in poor repair, with parts torn and or missing, exposing spun insulation. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The light shield in the pizza area has an accumulation of soil residue and debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The frp at the top of the basement stairs, and along a kitchen ceiling beam is in poor repair, pulling away from the surfaces. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors especially in the basement 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
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the kitchen and areas of the basement. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The painted wood shelves in the basement storage area are in poor repair, with chipped and peeling paint & wood. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the basement is in poor repair, with parts torn and or missing, exposing spun insulation. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Gators Pub last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Gators Pub on file is from Nov 13, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Gators Pub?
Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Gators Pub.
How does Gators Pub compare to other restaurants in North Smithfield?
Gators Pub most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the North Smithfield average of 82.
Has Gators Pub's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Gators Pub have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly 15 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Gators Pub 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 Gators Pub inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Gators Pub is inspected around three times per year on average.
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