Kent Regency Center

660 Commonwealth Avenue, Warwick, RI 02886

Healthcare Facility

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Apr 16, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Kent Regency Center four times, with records going back to 2023. Kent Regency Center was last inspected on Apr 16, 2026. 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 two violations per visit.

“Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Compared to other Warwick restaurants (averaging 86), there's room to close the gap. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 16, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. PIC moved can opener to dishwasher to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized.

4-601.11(A)

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The following was observed in poor repair: -the wall by knife rack (coating observed peeling) -panel at the window in the ware-washing area (coating observed peeling) -floor by the handwashing sink (cracked) The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Water observed leaking into a bucket underneath handwashing sink. Equipment must remain in good repair. Leaking pipe underneath sink was fixed by the end of inspection.

4-501.11

Aug 6, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: The plumbing under the dish machine was in poor repair (active leak observed being caught by pan).

5-205.15

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

4-601.11(A)

Improper cooling methods used

Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Several foods were observed cooling in plastic containers with tight fitting lids.

3-501.15

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: A knife was observed in poor repair (chipped). PIC took knife out of service at time of inspection.

4-501.11

Sep 27, 2023

Re-Inspection

No violations found.

100

Sep 13, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

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

Inspector notes: Various foods were observed held above 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. All foods were voluntarily disposed of.

3-501.16(A)

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The food-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils were not sanitized. The required utensil surface temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was not achieved during the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher as evidenced by the failure of the thermolabel (temperature indicator) affixed to the surface of a utensil to turn black. Dish washer technician arrived at the time of inspection to adjust dish machine.

4-501.112

Food thawed using improper method

Inspector notes: ROP fish was observed thawing with the package in tact in the walk-in. All packages were observed less than 38 degrees. All packages were sliced open. Proper thawing procedures reviewed with PIC.

3-501.13

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The "cooks fridge" was observed at 47 degrees and unable to recover temperature in an efficient manner. All foods in the unit were observed above 41 degrees.

4-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kent Regency Center last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kent Regency Center on file is from Apr 16, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Kent Regency Center?

Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Kent Regency Center.

How does Kent Regency Center compare to other restaurants in Warwick?

Kent Regency Center most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Warwick average of 86.

Has Kent Regency Center's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Kent Regency Center have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Kent Regency Center 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 Kent Regency Center inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Kent Regency Center is inspected around two times per year on average.

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