Plum Point Bistro

1814 Boston Neck Road, North Kingstown, RI 02852
Bar / Pub
License: Seats - 50 or More
Last inspected: Dec 16, 2025
55
Score
Medium Risk

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The most recent report on file is from Dec 16, 2025. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around six violations each.

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

Restaurants in North Kingstown average 88, so Plum Point Bistro trails the local norm. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
4
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 16, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation. 5 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (liquid eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (vegan noodles) 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
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener) 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 (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) was observed with brown biofilm. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. See disposal.
4-601.11(A)
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Hot water was not available at the handwashing sink in the kitchen (upstairs). Hot water must be available for hand washing.
5-103.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The cutting block at the grill station and the wooden plates are in poor repair, with large gaps, splintering, and missing pieces. These food contact surfaces are not smooth or easily cleanable.
4-501.11
55
Aug 6, 2024
Environmental Complaint
4 major violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine upstairs and ice machine downstairs) were observed with an accumulation of biofilm. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice was voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form). Ice machines were taken out of service and must not be used until they are cleaned.
4-601.11(A)
Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Ragu sauce was placed hot in the refrigerator in containers greater than four inches deep. Proper cooling methods were reviewed with the person in charge. Ragu was placed in an ice bath with an ice wand in it at time of inspection.
3-501.15
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Hot water was not available at the handwashing sink in the kitchen. Hot water must be available for handwashing. The person in charge turned on the hot water during time of inspection.
5-103.11
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: Menus are lacking an allergy statement notifying customers of their obligation to notify staff if they have a food allergy.
2-103.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served. Please email inspector proof of certification.
2-102.12
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: The door to the kitchen toilet room is not self-closing.
6-501.19
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Plum Point Bistro last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Plum Point Bistro on file is from Dec 16, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Plum Point Bistro?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Plum Point Bistro.

How does Plum Point Bistro compare to other restaurants in North Kingstown?

Plum Point Bistro most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the North Kingstown average of 88.

Has Plum Point Bistro's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Plum Point Bistro have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Plum Point Bistro means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.