Old Man Joes
Last inspected: Dec 8, 2025
78
Score
Old Man Joes has been inspected eight times since 2023. The most recent report on file is from Dec 8, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Compared to the prior visit, inspectors found more to write up: seven violations versus two before.
Food-contact surfaces comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
That's lower than the typical Westerly restaurant, which scores around 88. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 8, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-602.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Dishes and utensils were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
78
Nov 19, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The condensate from the air conditioner is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-402.13
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Dishes and utensils were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of insects is not controlled as evidenced by small flying insects at bar and kitchen 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. Per interview with PIC, PCS is in process.
6-501.111
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the Quaternary Ammonium sanitizing solution for the 3 bay sink.
4-302.14
58
Nov 6, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 8 major violations. 3 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 13 violations
Warewashing facilities; installed maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: The condensate from the AC unit is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-402.13
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods were not stored properly to prevent cross-contamination. Except when combined as ingredients, different types of raw animal foods must be separated from each other during storage by using separate equipment or arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented.
3-302.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Dishes and utensils were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of brown/black biofilm. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Various 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
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of insects is not controlled as evidenced by small flying insects in bar and kitchen. 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
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the quaternary ammonia sanitizing solution for the 3 bay sink.
4-302.14
Insects, rodents & animals not present
Inspector notes: Hand sink located at the bar is lacking hot water.
5-103.11
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
Inspector notes: Working containers of spices are not labeled with the common name of the food. Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages, such as flour, herbs, salt, sugar, and spices must be labeled with the common name of the food.
3-302.12
Person in charge lacks food safety knowledge
Inspector notes: No person in charge was present as needed at the time of inspection.
2-102.11(A)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors and walls throughout the facility have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
29
Sep 12, 2024
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 29, 2024
Re-Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: An employee was observed touching ready to eat food (brown sugar) with their bare hands. Establishment must not touch ready to eat foods with their bare hands. Brown sugar was voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form).
3-301.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food was observed stored at 64 F - 74 F on the counter. Time/temperature control for safety foods must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Per person in charge, food had been on the counter for about 40 minutes. Food was relocated to the low boy unit to cool. Food must be stored under refrigeration at all times. Establishment must discontinue storing food on the counter.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Establishment does not have adequate equipment for temperature control. Per person in charge, a prep unit has been ordered.
4-301.11
67
Aug 22, 2024
Re-Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hands not washed when required
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employees were observed changing gloves without washing their hands. Employees must wash their hands before putting on gloves.
2-301.14
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium sanitizing solution for the 3-bay sink was observed at 100 ppm. Label states it should be 150-400 ppm. A new sanitizing solution was mixed at time of inspection.
4-501.114
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food was observed held at 49 degrees Fahrenheit on the counter. Time/temperature control for safety foods must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Per person in charge, food had been out of refrigeration for about a half hour. Food was relocated to a refrigeration unit at time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Establishment does not have adequate equipment for temperature control.
4-301.11
58
Aug 8, 2024
Environmental Complaint
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations. 8 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food was observed held at 53 degrees Fahrenheit to 85 degrees Fahrenheit stored on ice. Time/temperature control for safety foods must be stored at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Establishment must discontinue using ice. Per person in charge, food had been on ice for about 2 hours. Food was relocated to refrigerator to cool.
3-501.16(A)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Eggs were observed stored at 71 degrees Fahrenheit on the table in the kitchen. Time/temperature control for safety foods must be stored at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Per person in charge, eggs had been out of refrigeration for 2 hours. Eggs were relocated to refrigerator to cool. Establishment must store eggs under refrigeration.
3-501.16(A)
Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employee was observed touching ready-to-eat food (corn muffins) with their bare-hands. Corn muffins were voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form).
3-301.11
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium sanitizing solution for the 3-bay sink was observed at a concentration in excess of 400 ppm. Label states it should be 150-400 ppm. A new sanitizing solution was made at 200 ppm during time of inspection.
7-204.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The handwashing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels. Handwashing sinks must be provided with hand drying provisions.
6-301.12
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The food contact surfaces of the ice machine were observed with an accumulation of biofilm. Ice was voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form). Ice machine was taken out of service and must not be used until it is cleaned.
4-601.11(A)
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Establishment does not have adequate equipment for temperature control. Establishment must get additional cold-holding equipment.
4-301.11
Frozen food not maintained frozen
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Establishment was observed cooling cream cheese in containers greater than 4". Food must be cooled in containers less than 4".
3-501.11
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Tomato sauce cans were observed stored outside. Contamination must be prevented during storage.
3-305.11
37
May 24, 2023
Opening
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Old Man Joes last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Old Man Joes on file is from Dec 8, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Old Man Joes?
Across the inspection record, food-contact surfaces has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Old Man Joes.
How does Old Man Joes compare to other restaurants in Westerly?
Old Man Joes most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Westerly average of 88.
Has Old Man Joes's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Old Man Joes have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about two per visit to around seven more recently.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Old Man Joes 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 Old Man Joes inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Old Man Joes is inspected around three times per year on average.
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