La Forge Casino Restaurant
Last inspected: Dec 15, 2025
74
Score
Inspectors have visited La Forge Casino Restaurant six times, with records going back to 2023. La Forge Casino Restaurant was last inspected on Dec 15, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Recent inspections show fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest at four versus eight before.
When inspectors have written things up, insects, rodents & animals not present has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
The city-wide average sits at 84, which La Forge Casino Restaurant's 74 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 15, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Pulled pork, which was prepared in advance, was not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Food items were prepared on 12/14 and were observed at 54 degrees Fahrenheit in the walk-in cooler. Food items were voluntarily disposed of during the time of inspection.
3-501.14
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Per interview of staff, pulled pork was placed hot in the refrigerator in containers greater than four inches deep. Proper cooling methods guidance was provided during the time of inspection.
3-501.15
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors. Per PIC, new door is ordered and will arrive and be installed on December 22nd or 23rd.
6-202.15
74
Dec 9, 2025
Re-Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (stuffed shrimp) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (gravy and french onion soup) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
3-302.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: The kitchen walk-in cooler was observed held at an ambient temperature of 47 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Food items were evaluated during the time of inspection and voluntarily disposed of during the time of inspection. Service arrived during the time of inspection
3-501.16(A)
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen by the dish area was lacking paper towels. Paper towels were provided during the time of inspection.
5-205.11
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cooked lobster meat was observed thawed within their original reduced oxygen packaging (ROP). Seafood items must be removed from ROP packaging prior to thawing to allow the reintroduction of oxygen into food item. ROP cooked lobster meat were observed at 39-40 degrees Fahrenheit and were voluntarily disposed of during time of inspection. Guidance was provided during the time of inspection.
3-501.13
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back, 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
58
Feb 10, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Backflow prevention air gap not adequate
Inspector notes: A hose is connected to the faucet at the prep sink. This faucet is lacking a backflow prevention device. An approved backflow prevention device is required in order to prevent backflow of a solid, liquid, or gas contaminant into the water supply at each point of use at a food establishment. Hose was removed from faucet during time of inspection.
5-202.13
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The doors to the outside, located at both front entry doors and the kitchen, are 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
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair on both prep units and all low boy units. Refrigerator door gaskets must be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
78
Jan 30, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: An employee was observed touching ready to eat food (lettuce) with bare hands. Food employees must not touch exposed, ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and shall use suitable utensils such as deli tissue, spatulas, single use gloves, or dispensing equipment. Contaminated food items were voluntarily disposed of during time of inspection.
3-301.11
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the glass washer in the pantry was 0 parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm. Chemical sanitizer bottle was observed empty and once replaced unit was unable to achieve a prime on sanitizer to function properly. Establishment is to send glasses and other dishes to main dishwashing area in kitchen until unit is repaired. Call for service was placed during time of inspection.
4-501.114
Backflow prevention air gap not adequate
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A hose is connected to the faucet at the prep sink. This faucet is lacking a backflow prevention device. An approved backflow prevention device is required in order to prevent backflow of a solid, liquid, or gas contaminant into the water supply at each point of use at a food establishment. Hose was removed from faucet during time of inspection.
5-202.13
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw tuna, seabass, and cooked lobster meat was observed thawed within their original reduced oxygen packaging (ROP). Seafood items must be removed from ROP packaging prior to thawing to allow the reintroduction of oxygen into food item. ROP seabass and cooked lobster meat were observed at 37-38 degrees Fahrenheit and were removed from packaging during time of inspection. ROP raw tuna was observed at temperatures ranging from 40-41 degrees Fahrenheit and were voluntarily disposed of during time of inspection.
3-501.13
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the service area was blocked by a strainer within the sink basin, and staff was also observed dumping liquids into hand sink. A hand-washing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use. Strainer was removed from sink basin during time of inspection.
5-205.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The doors to the outside, located at both front entry doors and the kitchen, are 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
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair on both prep units and all low boy units. Refrigerator door gaskets must be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
47
Apr 13, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
55
95
Mar 28, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
16
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
5
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
10
Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
14
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked animal foods
25
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
1
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
55
Certified food protection manager
2
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
47
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
38
In-use utensils: properly stored
43
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
47
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
48
Non-food contact surfaces clean
49
33
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Forge Casino Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Forge Casino Restaurant on file is from Dec 15, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Forge Casino Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, insects, rodents & animals not present has been cited four times, more than any other issue at La Forge Casino Restaurant.
How does La Forge Casino Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Newport?
La Forge Casino Restaurant most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Newport average of 84.
Has La Forge Casino Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at La Forge Casino Restaurant have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around four violations compared to about eight previously.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at La Forge Casino Restaurant means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is La Forge Casino Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Forge Casino Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.
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