Grid Iron Ale House and Grille

1599 Post Rd, Warwick, RI 02888
Bar / Pub
License: Seats - 50 or More
Last inspected: Oct 14, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Grid Iron Ale House and Grille has nine inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Oct 14, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited eight times.

Among Warwick restaurants, the typical score is 86; Grid Iron Ale House and Grille is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 14, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed floor tiles cracked/broken in the (kitchen) area in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
95
Oct 6, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of pest is not controlled as evidenced by droppings observed on the food-contact surfaces of the slicer. 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. -Establishment must decommission slicer to wash, rinse, and sanitize equipment. -Establishment must get pest control company to perform a full evaluation/assessment of facility and provide a plan of action to RIDOH Center for Food Protection. Plan of action must include a treatment plan and a target date to eliminate pest issue. *Plan of action must be submitted to inspector by end of business day 10/7/25. -Establishment to create a daily cleaning checklist and clean the areas on the checklist. Checklist must be provided to inspector upon the next re-inpsection date.
6-501.111
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed floor tiles cracked/broken in the (kitchen) area in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
86
Sep 23, 2025
Re-Inspection
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the (QT) sanitizing solution for the (3-bay sink) located in bar area.
4-302.14
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer) were observed with a little food debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Warewashing facilities; installed maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the (chlorine) sanitizing solution for the (dishwasher) located in kitchen.
4-204.115
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by several droppings observed in the kitchen on non-food contact surface of prep table. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pest must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pest, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies. -Establishment must contact pest control to perform a full assessment/evaluation of the facility and pest control must provide a plan of action detailing the treatment plan and target date for eliminating pests. Establishment shall increase pest control to once a week.
6-501.112
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed 2 door continental lowboy door gaskets were observed in poor repair. Equipment shall be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed the non-food contact surfaces of the (stove hood vents) have an accumulation of residue/dust/debris. The floors underneath equipment in kitchen area have an accumulation of residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed floor tiles cracked/broken in the (kitchen) area in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
61
Sep 11, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 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 (such as ground hamburger) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as deli meats) in the sliding door cooler. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. PIC relocated raw food to lower shelf at time of inspection.
3-302.11
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the (QT) sanitizing solution for the (3-bay sink) located in bar area.
4-302.14
Warewashing facilities; installed maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the (chlorine) sanitizing solution for the (dishwasher) located in kitchen.
4-204.115
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer, knives) were observed with food debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of residue on backplate dripping into ice. PIC cleaned, rinsed and sanitized backplate and voluntarily disposed of ice at time of inspection. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by several droppings observed throughout the kitchen, on shelving, on food-contact surfaces of prep table. 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. -Establishment must contact pest control to perform a full assessment/evaluation of the facility and pest control must provide a plan of action detailing the treatment plan and target date for eliminating pests. Establishment shall increase pest control to once a week.
6-501.112
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed 2 door continental lowboy door gaskets were observed in poor repair. Equipment shall be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed the non-food contact surfaces of the (stove hood vents) have an accumulation of residue. The floors underneath equipment in kitchen area have an accumulation of residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
4-602.13
Refuse receptacles not suitable or in poor condition (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered/closed at time of inspection. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered/closed. PIC closed dumpster at time of inspection.
5-501.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed floor tiles cracked/broken in the (kitchen) area in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
45
Jun 5, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The outdoor walk-in cooler is not in good repair (floors/walls/ceiling in need of repair). Equipment is to be fixed/adjusted and maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
95
May 8, 2024
Re-Inspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The door to the outdoor walk-in cooler is not in good repair. Equipment is to be fixed/adjusted and maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: A drainage line from the ceiling in the office area is draining into a container/bucket. Condensate/liquid drainage and other non-sewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-403.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The following areas of the physical facilities were in need of repair... - Areas of the kitchen floor tile, tile grout, walls, and floor-to-wall coving was observed to be in poor repair. Per the PIC, currently in the process of replacing/fixing wall coverings and coving that are in need of repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
86
May 1, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by droppings observed on food shelving, under/behind kitchen equipment, and in or equipment, and a trapped mouse observed behind the kitchen chest freezer. 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 is to ensure... - Pest control to continue weekly treatments/inspections - All food is to continue to be protected from possible adulteration/contamination by pests - Keep the bottom shelving clear from food product - Equipment Surfaces are routinely cleaned and sanitized prior to daily business - Any gaps/entry points in the interior and exterior parts of the facility observed are to be filled or sealed - Outdoor areas between building and equipment are to be decluttered/cleared - Office area is to be decluttered/cleared - Pest Control reports are sent to health inspector for review - Detailed Pest Control Plan of Action is to be sent to inspector for review
6-501.111
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the kitchen, office, and main entrance areas, are 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
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: A drainage line from the ceiling in the office area is draining into a container/bucket. Condensate/liquid drainage and other non-sewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-403.12
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: The outside areas between equipment and the walls, as well as the inside office area, were observed to have unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items and clutter. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter/clutter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The following areas of the physical facilities were in need of repair... - Areas of the kitchen floor tile, tile grout, walls, and floor-to-wall coving was observed to be in poor repair. - Outside areas of the building were observed to have possible pest entry points The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors and walls under and behind equipment in the facility kitchen, bar, and office were observed to have an accumulation of soil residue, debris, and droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and to aid in the current pest control program.
6-501.12
70
Apr 16, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by droppings observed on food shelving, under/behind kitchen equipment, and in or equipment. 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 is to ensure... - Pest control to continue weekly treatments/inspections - All food is to continue to be protected from possible adulteration/contamination by pests - Keep the bottom shelving clear from food product - Equipment Surfaces are routinely cleaned and sanitized prior to daily business - Any gaps/entry points observed are to be filled or sealed - Outdoor areas between building and equipment are to be decluttered/cleared - Pest Control reports are sent to health inspector for review - Detailed Pest Control Plan of Action is to be sent to inspector for review
6-501.111
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the kitchen, 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
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The exterior walk-in cooler is observed to be in need of repair... - The inner portion of the door was observed to be detached - The base of the door threshold was observed to be in need of adjustment/repair Equipment is to be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the shelving/equipment surfaces in the kitchen area were observed to have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and rodent droppings. Per the PIC, more frequent detailed cleaning has been and is to be completed. PIC to continue to clean as often as necessary to keep them clean and to aid in the current pest control program.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The following areas of the physical facilities were in need of repair... - Areas of the kitchen floor tile, tile grout, walls, and floor-to-wall coving was observed to be in poor repair. - Outside areas of the building were observed to have possible pest entry points The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors and walls under and behind equipment in the kitchen, dish, storage, and mop sink areas were observed to have an accumulation of soil residue, debris, and/or droppings. Since previous inspection, per PIC and inspector observation, a more detailed cleaning routine has begun and is to continue. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and to aid in the current pest control program.
6-501.12
70
Apr 2, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized (corrected on site)
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. (Chlorine Sanitizer was replaced with a new bucket at the time of inspection. Chlorine Sanitizer retested at the appropriate level of 50-100ppm at the time of inspection.)
4-501.114
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, canned goods and a bag of flour was observed to be adulterated by rodent droppings and/or gnawing. Food items were voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection.
3-101.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of previously cleaned equipment/utensils (deli slicer and knives) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. (The slicer and knives were taken out of service and set for proper wash/rinse/sanitizing at the time of inspection.)
4-601.11(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by droppings observed on food containers, droppings observed under/behind equipment, and gnawed food product. 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 is to ensure... - Pest control increased to weekly treatments/inspections - All food is protected from possible adulteration/contamination by pests - Equipment Surfaces are routinely cleaned and sanitized prior to daily business - Any gaps/entry points observed are to be filled - Pest Control reports are sent to health inspector for review
6-501.111
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Single service items are not being stored properly in their original protective package in the kitchen area. Single service items are to be stored in their original packaging to prevent possible contamination.
4-903.11(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following equipment was observed to be in need of repair/adjustment... - The Walk-In Cooler door - The cookline prep units were observed to have standing water inside Equipment is to be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following were observe to have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris... - Kitchen refrigeration door tracks, gaskets, and internal/external surfaces - Kitchen shelving/storage racks - Cookline equipment surfaces between equipment Non-FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
4-602.13
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The drain plug for the outside dumpster is missing. Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must have drain plugs in place.
5-501.114
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Areas of the kitchen floor tile, tile grout, walls, and floor-to-wall coving was observed to be in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors and walls under and behind equipment in the facility were observed to have an accumulation of soil residue, debris, and droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and to aid in the current pest control program.
6-501.12
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Grid Iron Ale House and Grille last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Grid Iron Ale House and Grille on file is from Oct 14, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Grid Iron Ale House and Grille?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Grid Iron Ale House and Grille.

How does Grid Iron Ale House and Grille compare to other restaurants in Warwick?

Grid Iron Ale House and Grille most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Warwick average of 86.

Has Grid Iron Ale House and Grille's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Grid Iron Ale House and Grille have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Grid Iron Ale House and Grille 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 Grid Iron Ale House and Grille inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Grid Iron Ale House and Grille is inspected around six times per year on average.