Monahans Restaurant

190 Ocean Road, Narragansett, RI 02882

Seafood

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Sep 22, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Monahans Restaurant three times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Sep 22, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

The trend has been moving in the right direction: four violations last time, zero this time.

The most common issue across all inspections has been proper cooling time and temperature, showing up one time.

Restaurants in Narragansett average 87, so Monahans Restaurant is doing better than most peers. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 22, 2025

Re-Inspection

No violations found.

100

Sep 8, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Clear Chowder, which was prepared previous day, was not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours (Observed at 46-48 degrees Fahrenheit in the walk-in cooler). Based on temperature observed, chowder was voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection. Proper cooling time and temperature, and strategies were discussed at the time of inspection.

3-501.14

Improper cooling methods used

Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Per interview of the person in charge, Clear Chowder was placed hot in the refrigerator in containers greater than four inches deep. Cooling strategies were discussed at the time of inspection... (1) Placing the FOOD in shallow pans (2) Separating the FOOD into smaller or thinner portions (3) Using rapid cooling EQUIPMENT (Freezer, Ice Wands) (4) Stirring the food in a container placed in an ice water bath (5) Using containers that facilitate heat transfer (6) Adding ice as an ingredient

3-501.15

Sep 11, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 5 violations

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

Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, Pico de Gallo and Mango Salsa were observed cold held in an ice bath at 45 and 48 degrees Fahrenheit respectively. Per the PIC, the Pico de Gallo and the Mango Salsa were recently placed into the ice bath from cold refrigeration. At the time of inspection, the ice bath was observed to be insufficient to maintain proper cold holding temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. PIC was instructed to use a larger pan with extra water and ice for a proper "Ice Slurry".

3-501.16(A)

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: The door to the toilet room located in the kitchen/storage area is not self-closing. Except where a toilet room is located outside a FOOD ESTABLISHMENT and does not open directly into the FOOD ESTABLISHMENT, a toilet room located on the PREMISES shall be completely enclosed and provided with a tight-fitting and self-closing door.

6-202.14

Insect control devices improperly placed or designed

Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, hanging fly tape was observed being used as a pest control device in the food prep/storage area. Insect control devices shall be installed so that the devices are not located over a FOOD preparation area, and Dead insects and insect fragments are prevented from being impelled onto or falling on exposed FOOD; clean EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, and LINENS; and unwrapped SINGLESERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES.

6-202.13

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The following equipment were observed to be in poor repair... - Gaskets to the Cold Drawer unit - Ice Machine (Currently not in use. Per the PIC, Work Order currently in place for the Ice Machine. PIC purchasing bagged ice from approved source.)

4-501.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following were observed to have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris at the time of inspection... - Refrigeration Unit Gaskets - Cold Drawer slides - Slushy Mixer Unit - Utensil/Equipment shelving in the warewashing area -

4-602.13

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Monahans Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Monahans Restaurant on file is from Sep 22, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Monahans Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, proper cooling time and temperature has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Monahans Restaurant.

How does Monahans Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Narragansett?

Monahans Restaurant most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Narragansett average of 87.

Has Monahans Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Monahans Restaurant have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around zero violations compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Monahans Restaurant 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 Monahans Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Monahans Restaurant is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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