Kinsmen Tavern

241 State Street, Bristol, RI 02809

Bar / Pub

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Oct 1, 2025

Score

Low Risk

With just one inspection in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. On Oct 1, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

That's lower than the typical Bristol restaurant, which scores around 85. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 1, 2025

Routine

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

View 3 violations

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 were provided during the time of inspection.

5-205.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the fryolator have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Non-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent the accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-601.11(B)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors and walls throughout the facility in the kitchen and bar areas have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kinsmen Tavern last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kinsmen Tavern on file is from Oct 1, 2025. The public record contains one inspection in total.

How does Kinsmen Tavern compare to other restaurants in Bristol?

Kinsmen Tavern most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Bristol average of 85.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Kinsmen Tavern 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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