Jitters Cafe

4 Charlestown Beach Rd, Charlestown, RI 02813
Café / Breakfast
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for Jitters Cafe. Jitters Cafe was last inspected on Jan 7, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The latest visit found one violation, down from five violations the time before.

The pattern that stands out is procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events, which has been cited one time.

Among Charlestown restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

2
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The establishment does not have a written procedure for cleaning vomit and diarrhea.
2-501.11
90
Aug 29, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chlorine sanitizer solution was observed in excess of 200 parts per million (ppm). A chlorine sanitizer solution applied to food contact surfaces must be between 50-100 ppm. A new chlorine sanitizing solution was mixed at 50 ppm.
7-204.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was blocked by a cooler. A hand-washing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use. Cooler was relocated during time of inspection.
5-205.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served. Please email inspector proof of enrollment in a food safety course.
2-102.12
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A cutting board was observed stored behind the handwashing sink faucet. Cutting board must not be stored in an area subject to splash to prevent cross contamination. The person in charge cleaned and relocated the cutting board during time of inspection.
4-903.11(A)
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: The cutting boards on the prep unit and cutting block 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
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jitters Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jitters Cafe on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Jitters Cafe?

Across the inspection record, procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Jitters Cafe.

How does Jitters Cafe compare to other restaurants in Charlestown?

Jitters Cafe most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Charlestown average of 89.

Has Jitters Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Jitters Cafe have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about five previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Jitters Cafe means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.