Im Sushi Japanese Restaurant

258 Bellevue Ave, Newport, RI 02840

Japanese / Sushi

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Jun 2, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just one so far. Inspectors last stopped by on Jun 2, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Compared to other Newport restaurants (averaging 84), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jun 2, 2025

Opening

2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 5 violations

Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Amberjack was observed thawed in the walk-in cooler with intact reduced oxygen packaging (ROP). Seafood food items shall be removed from their original packaging prior to thawing to allow the reintroduction of oxygen into the food item. Food item was observed at 39 degrees Fahrenheit and was voluntarily disposed of during time of inspection. Proper thawing methods reviewed with PIC.

3-501.13

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of small flies is not controlled as evidenced by live activity. 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 is to work with pest control.

6-501.111

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back hallway, 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

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

Inspector notes: Bowls are being used as scoops in containers of various dry ingredients. Utensils used to dispense non-time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods such as sugar and flour must be stored in the food item with their handles above the top of the food within the container. Bowls were removed during time of inspection.

3-304.12

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair on both sushi low-boy refrigeration units. Refrigerator door gaskets shall be maintained in good repair.

4-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Im Sushi Japanese Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Im Sushi Japanese Restaurant on file is from Jun 2, 2025. The public record contains one inspection in total.

How does Im Sushi Japanese Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Newport?

Im Sushi Japanese Restaurant most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Newport average of 84.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Im Sushi Japanese Restaurant 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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