Judge Roy Bean Saloon

1 State Street, Bristol, RI 02809
American
License: Caterer or Commissary
Last inspected: May 14, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged three inspections at Judge Roy Bean Saloon, the earliest from 2024. The most recent visit was on May 14, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections show fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest at four versus seven before.

Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

That's lower than the typical Bristol restaurant, which scores around 85. The record reflects steady performance over time.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 14, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: The consumer advisory provided does not disclose the foods on the menu that are raw or undercooked. Establishment is to indicate which menu items are available raw or undercooked.
3-603.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair on the main walk-in cooler, and small prep unit. Refrigerator door gaskets shall be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The condensate from the ice machine is draining onto the floor of the basement. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain or other method of conveyance. PIC is to send evidence of repair to inspector.
5-403.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor in the kitchen was observed with low grout and cracked tiles and is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
78
May 1, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 12 violations
Sewage backflow not prevented
Inspector notes: The sink used for food preparation is lacking an air gap. An air break was observed. A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed.
5-402.11
Sewage backflow not prevented
Inspector notes: The condensate from the ice machine is draining onto the floor of the basement. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain or other method of conveyance.
5-402.11
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cooked chicken and onion dip were observed past their disposition date. Any prepared food items that are made in the establishment shall be disposed of within 7 days after preparation. Food items were voluntarily disposed of during time of inspection.
3-501.18
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Establishment was observed salt curing Guanciale in the walk-in cooler. Establishment does not have prior approval for specialized process. Establishment shall submit a HACCP plan and get approval from RIDOH Center for Food Protection for specialized process. Food items were voluntarily disposed of during time of inspection.
8-103.11
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (pan and utensils) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Pans were sent to dish machine during time of inspection to be cleaned and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: The consumer advisory provided does not disclose the foods on the menu that are raw or undercooked. Establishment is to indicate which menu items are available raw or undercooked.
3-603.11
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Utensils (Pans) in the equipment storage area are displayed with the food contact surface up. Utensils are to be stored so that only the handles are touched by employees and consumers if consumer self-service is provided. Pans were flipped to have food contact surface down.
4-903.11(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair on the main walk-in cooler, and small prep unit. Refrigerator door gaskets shall be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor in the kitchen was observed with low grout and cracked tiles and is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located on the second floor by the stairs, 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
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Condensation was observed leaking into the low boy portion of the small prep unit and the tubing in the liquor walk-in cooler was observed resting on top of food items.
3-305.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Tongs were observed stored on the oven handle. Utensils between use shall be stored in one of the following manners: on a dry clean surface, in water of 135 degrees Fahrenheit or more, or in water with sufficient flow to flush particulates to the drain.
3-304.12
35
Sep 4, 2024
Opening
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The beer keg delivery door to the outside, located in the basement back storage area, 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
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The drains from the soda guns and beer taps were observed draining into the rinse bay of the bar 3-bay sink. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-403.12
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Judge Roy Bean Saloon last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Judge Roy Bean Saloon on file is from May 14, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Judge Roy Bean Saloon?

Across the inspection record, consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Judge Roy Bean Saloon.

How does Judge Roy Bean Saloon compare to other restaurants in Bristol?

Judge Roy Bean Saloon most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Bristol average of 85.

Has Judge Roy Bean Saloon's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Judge Roy Bean Saloon have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around four violations compared to about seven previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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