Mckinleys

1 Division Street, Warwick, RI 02818

Bar / Pub

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Jun 30, 2025

Score

High Risk

Public records show five inspections at Mckinleys stretching back to 2023. Mckinleys was last inspected on Jun 30, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around six violations lately compared to roughly zero violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “food-contact surfaces”, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Warwick average 86, so Mckinleys trails the local norm. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jun 30, 2025

Environmental Complaint

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

View 6 violations

Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Rice was observed with a date mark exceeding 7 days. Person in charge voluntarily disposed of food at the time of inspection.

3-501.18

Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized

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. Person in charge contacted maintenance to service the dishwasher at the time of inspection.

4-501.114

Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher was 0 parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm. PIC contacted maintenance to service the dishwasher at the time of inspection.

4-501.114

Required records available; molluscan shellfish identification, parasite destruction

Inspector notes: Molluscan Shellfish tags did not have all of the required information. Last date of sale were lacking. Molluscan shellfish tags must be maintained for 90 days in chronological order and the date when the last shellfish was used from the bag must be noted on the shellfish tag.

3-203.12

Warewashing facilities; installed maintained, & used; test strips

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dish machine at the bar.

4-204.115

Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: The flow pressure of the fresh hot water sanitizing rinse (PSI) was not between 15-25 PSI as required.

4-501.113

Jun 1, 2023

Re-Inspection

No violations found.

100

May 24, 2023

Re-Inspection

No violations found.

100

May 11, 2023

Re-Inspection

3 major violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction

Inspector notes: Shellfish tags must be maintained for 90 days in chronological order and the date when the last shellfish was used from the bag must be noted on the shellfish tag.

3-203.12

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

Inspector notes: Multiple foods were observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.

3-501.17

Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: ROP fish was observed thawing with the package in tact. Vacuum sealed seafood must be thawed with package not in tact. Food was voluntarily disposed of.

3-501.13

Apr 13, 2023

Routine

5 critical violations. 5 major violations. 7 minor violations.

View 17 violations

Proper date marking and disposition

Proper cold holding temperatures

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized

Food separated and protected

Toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used

Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction

Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked animal foods

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

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

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

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Approved thawing methods used

Certified food protection manager

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mckinleys last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mckinleys on file is from Jun 30, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mckinleys?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mckinleys.

How does Mckinleys compare to other restaurants in Warwick?

Mckinleys most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Warwick average of 86.

Has Mckinleys' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Mckinleys have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Mckinleys means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Mckinleys inspected?

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

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