Matunuck Oyster Bar

629 Succotash Rd, Wakefield, RI 02879

Seafood

License: Mobile Food Service

Last inspected: Aug 20, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Matunuck Oyster Bar appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Aug 20, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

“Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Matunuck Oyster Bar's latest score is in line with the Wakefield average of 89. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 20, 2025

Re-Inspection

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of Bees is not controlled as evidenced by an abundance of bees flying around the open end of the bar container unit. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies. Per the PIC, the pest control company being used is currently addressing the bee problem. Call was made for further service at the time of inspection. Pest control to arrive same day.

6-501.111

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The reach-in cooler to the bar container unit was observed to be maintaining an ambient temperature of 51 degrees Fahrenheit. Refrigerator was observed not being used for Time/Temperature Control for Safety Foods (TCS Foods) at the time of inspection. Unit is to be monitored for proper cold holding prior to use for TCS Foods.

4-501.11

Aug 14, 2025

Re-Inspection

No violations found.

100

Jun 27, 2025

Reinspection for Opening

1 minor violation.

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Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained

Inspector notes: The dumpster outside is located on stone/gravel. The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain.

5-501.11

Jun 26, 2025

Opening

1 minor violation.

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Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas

Inspector notes: -Insufficient lighting observed in the walk-in cooler trailer. Per interview of staff, establishment will put in a light fixture.

6-303.11

Oct 22, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(A)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12

Aug 20, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 19, 2023

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used

Jul 13, 2023

Routine

3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Improper cooling methods used

3-501.15

Food thawed using improper method

3-501.13

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink

6-301.12

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

4-501.11

Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips

4-302.13

Apr 24, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Matunuck Oyster Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Matunuck Oyster Bar on file is from Aug 20, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Matunuck Oyster Bar?

Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Matunuck Oyster Bar.

How does Matunuck Oyster Bar compare to other restaurants in Wakefield?

Matunuck Oyster Bar most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Wakefield average of 89.

Has Matunuck Oyster Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Matunuck Oyster Bar have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Matunuck Oyster Bar 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 Matunuck Oyster Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Matunuck Oyster Bar is inspected around four times per year on average.

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