Newport Hospital
Last inspected: Dec 22, 2025
61
Score
The health department has logged six inspections at Newport Hospital, the earliest from 2023. Newport Hospital was last inspected on Dec 22, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Recent visits have flagged additional issues, ticking from three violations up to six.
The most common issue across all inspections has been food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, showing up seven times.
Restaurants in Newport average 84, so Newport Hospital trails the local norm. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
6
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 22, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: The kitchen hand sink by the hot service line and the ice machine was observed to be draining slowly and is not in good repair. Physical facilities including plumbing and fixtures shall be maintained in good repair.
5-205.15
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as marinated raw shrimp) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as deli sandwiches) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. Food items were rearranged during the time of inspection.
3-302.11
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Various bakery items (muffins and scones) packaged in the food establishment are lacking labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address.
3-602.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The following areas in the kitchen area are in poor repair: -The wall coating near the 3-bay sink - The flooring material near drain by tilt kettle - The flooring material in the dish room was observed to separating at the section seams and water was observed pooling underneath. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair on the 1-door cooks reach-in and the 2-door staff reach-in units. refrigerator door gaskets shall be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
61
Apr 29, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as bacon strips) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as prepared foods) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. Raw bacon was moved during time of inspection.
3-302.11
No soap available at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the dish room for the kitchen. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Soap was provided during time of inspection.
6-301.11
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Muffins and cookies are packaged in the food establishment are lacking labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address. Establishment is to post signage with nutritional information and list of allergens for each item.
3-602.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of insects is not controlled as evidenced by live activity near produce area and prep area. 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. Establishment is to work with pest control. No food items observed to be affected.
6-501.111
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following areas have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: -Sliding arm of deli slicer -Refrigerator door gaskets of Victory 2-Door -Refrigerator door gaskets of Pepsi 2-Door have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment and physical facilities shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent the accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair on the 2-door sliding Pepsi cooler by the office, the 2-door victory reach-in unit, the production walk-in cooler, and the 1-door reach-in unit by prep sink. Refrigerator door gaskets shall be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The pot/pan dishwasher located in the kitchen area was not in good repair. Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The following areas in the kitchen area are in poor repair: -The ceiling tiles above the cookline near 3-bay sink and pot washer were observed missing -The wall coating near the 3-bay sink - The flooring material near drain by tilt kettle - The flooring material in the dish room was observed to separating at the section seams The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
52
Dec 17, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Scrambled eggs and french toast was observed held at temperature ranging from 88-100 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Food items were placed into steamtable less than 2 hours prior to inspection and were reheated to 208 degrees Fahrenheit.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (deli slicer) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Deli slicer was disassembled and cleaned during the time of inspection.
4-601.11(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The first well on the tray line steamtable located in the kitchen is not in good repair. Steam well was observed not functioning when power dial was turned to the on position and selected temperature. Establishment shall not use first well on steamtable until unit is repaired.
4-501.11
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: The individual cutting boards in the kitchen are very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.
4-501.12
70
Jun 17, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chicken Breast, Chicken Nuggets, Pureed Chop Suey and Tomato Soup were observed held at (118-129) degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Foods were reheated during time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Deli slicer blade was observed in poor repair. Slicer was taken out of service during time of inspection. Slicer must be properly adjusted/ repaired/ replaced prior to use. Per PIC, attached blade during time of inspection was the replacement blade.
4-501.11
82
Jun 6, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as shelled eggs and seasoned raw beef) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as chicken noodle 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
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Boiled eggs, shredded carrots, puddings and fruit cups were observed held at (45-47) degrees Fahrenheit in the produce walk-in cooler. Packaged grab and go foods were observed held at (54) degrees Fahrenheit in the cafeteria open air case. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Foods that were out of temperature for an unknown amount of time were voluntarily disposed of.
3-501.16(A)
Variance obtained for specialized processing methods
Inspector notes: Parcooked salmon and chicken were observed in the walk-in cooler. Establishment is not permitted to parcook animal proteins until variance for parcooking is submitted and approved by RIDOH CFP. Establishment instructed to cease process.
8-103.11
Handwashing sign not posted
Inspector notes: Handwashing signs were lacking in restrooms that staff use.
6-301.14
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: The receptacle in the women's toilet room is lacking a cover. A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.
5-501.17
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
Inspector notes: Styrofoam cup observed in iced tea in walk-in cooler. Utensils used to dispense non-time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must be stored in the food item with their handles above the top of the food within the container.
3-304.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Deli slicer blade was observed with some chips and nicks. Equipment to be in good repair and proper adjustment. Equipment taken out of service during time of inspection.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: 1. Produce walk-in cooler was observed at ranging ambient temperatures of 45-46 degrees Fahrenheit. Service was called and responded during time of inspection. 2. Grab and go open air case was observed at an ambient temperature of 52 degrees Fahrenheit. Equipment was taken out of service during time of inspection.
4-501.11
52
Apr 27, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Newport Hospital last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Newport Hospital on file is from Dec 22, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Newport Hospital?
Across the inspection record, food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Newport Hospital.
How does Newport Hospital compare to other restaurants in Newport?
Newport Hospital most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Newport average of 84.
Has Newport Hospital's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Newport Hospital have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about three per visit to around six more recently.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Newport Hospital 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 Newport Hospital inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Newport Hospital is inspected around two times per year on average.
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