Ninety-Nine Restaurant/Pub
Last inspected: Jul 28, 2025
74
Score
Across the available record, Ninety-Nine Restaurant/Pub has five inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent visit was on Jul 28, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Compared to the prior visit, inspectors found more to write up: four violations versus two before.
Looking across the full record, insects, rodents, & animals not present is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Compared to other Cranston restaurants (averaging 88), there's room to close the gap. On balance, the record is unremarkable in either direction.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 28, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
Inspector notes: Working containers used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies were not marked with the common name of the chemical.
7-102.11
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: ROP Lobster was observed thawing with package still in tact. ROP lobster was observed at 37 degrees. Proper thawing procedures reviewed with PIC. PIC removed product from package. Guidance provided.
3-501.13
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine have an accumulation of bio-film. Ice machine to be emptied cleaned and sanitized end of day.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floor in the bar area was observed with a small accumulation of old rodent droppings. Area to be cleaned.
6-501.12
74
May 2, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by new droppings. 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.
6-501.111
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
Inspector notes: 4 dead mice were observed on one glue trap in the corner of the dining area. Mice to be removed from premises.
6-501.112
86
Apr 15, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by new droppings. 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.
6-501.111
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the dining area, 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
86
Apr 1, 2024
Environmental Complaint
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Various foods were observed held at 44 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Unit was taken out of service and food was relocated.
3-501.16(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by accumulation of droppings in various spots of the facility. 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.
6-501.111
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floor in various spots of the facility has an accumulation of soil residue, food debris, and small amount of rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Establishment to clean under and behind equipment. Establishment to clean inside of the booths as well.
6-501.12
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The doors to the outside, located in the dining areas, 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: Prep unit was observed with an elevated ambient temperature. Unit was taken out of service. Unit must be serviced/repaired prior to using. Establishment must test unit before reintroducing food to unit.
4-501.11
67
Mar 14, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Various foods in the dining area lowboy was observed held above 41 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 was placed in unit from walk-in during morning. Food was relocated at the time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety with RIDOH. Application printed.
2-102.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The dining area salad lowboy was observed with an elevated ambient temperature. Unit was taken out of service and must not be used until serviced/repaired.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine have an accumulation of bio-film. Unit to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The following physical facilities was observed in poor repair: -Several tiles in the kitchen were observed chipped/cracked. -Grout in various areas in the kitchen/ice machine area were observed worn down. -The 3-bay sanitizer dispenser was observed with a constant leak. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ninety-Nine Restaurant/Pub last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ninety-Nine Restaurant/Pub on file is from Jul 28, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ninety-Nine Restaurant/Pub?
Across the inspection record, insects, rodents, & animals not present has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Ninety-Nine Restaurant/Pub.
How does Ninety-Nine Restaurant/Pub compare to other restaurants in Cranston?
Ninety-Nine Restaurant/Pub most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Cranston average of 88.
Has Ninety-Nine Restaurant/Pub's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Ninety-Nine Restaurant/Pub have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about two per visit to around four more recently.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Ninety-Nine Restaurant/Pub 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 Ninety-Nine Restaurant/Pub inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ninety-Nine Restaurant/Pub is inspected around four times per year on average.
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