Ilforno Italiano/Lobster Heaven

372 Thames St, Newport, RI 02840

Pizza

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Jul 14, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for Ilforno Italiano/Lobster Heaven. The latest inspection on file is from Jul 14, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

The trend has been moving in the right direction: seven violations last time, one this time.

When inspectors have written things up, food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Compared to the broader Newport restaurant scene, where the average is 84, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 14, 2025

Re-Inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Prep unit #3 located in the prep kitchen area was not in good repair. Unit was observed with fans that are no longer functioning. Equipment shall be maintained in good repair. PIC stated, repair technician is coming this afternoon to repair unit and replace fans.

4-501.11

Jun 23, 2025

Routine

3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation. 4 corrected on site.

View 7 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as chicken wings) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as arugula and condiments) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. Raw food items were moved during time of inspection.

3-302.11

Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Meat sauce, which was prepared in advance, was not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Per PIC, food item was prepared the previous evening and was observed at temperatures ranging from 45-48 degrees Fahrenheit. Food item was disposed of during time of inspection.

3-501.14

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

Inspector notes: The dessert display case was observed held at an ambient temperature of 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. Food items were voluntarily disposed of during time of inspection. Establishment is not to store TCS food items in unit until an ambient temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or less is maintained.

3-501.16(A)

Food thawed using improper method

Inspector notes: Lobster meat was observed thawed in prep unit #2 with intact reduced oxygen packaging (ROP). Seafood items packaged in ROP packaging shall be removed from its original packaging prior to thawing to allow the reintroduction of oxygen into the food item. Lobster meat was observed at 41-42 degrees Fahrenheit and voluntarily disposed of during time of inspection.

3-501.13

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

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels. Paper towels provided during time of inspection.

5-205.11

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

Inspector notes: Various food items were observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.

3-501.17

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Prep unit #3 located in the prep kitchen area was not in good repair. Unit was observed with fans that are no longer functioning. Equipment shall be maintained in good repair.

4-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ilforno Italiano/Lobster Heaven last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ilforno Italiano/Lobster Heaven on file is from Jul 14, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ilforno Italiano/Lobster Heaven?

Across the inspection record, food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ilforno Italiano/Lobster Heaven.

How does Ilforno Italiano/Lobster Heaven compare to other restaurants in Newport?

Ilforno Italiano/Lobster Heaven most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Newport average of 84.

Has Ilforno Italiano/Lobster Heaven's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Ilforno Italiano/Lobster Heaven have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about seven previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ilforno Italiano/Lobster Heaven 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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