Potowomut Golf Club

439 Ives Road, Warwick, RI 02818

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Sep 10, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Potowomut Golf Club appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Sep 10, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from six violations to one.

The most common issue across all inspections has been adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible, showing up two times.

The city-wide average for Warwick sits at 86, putting Potowomut Golf Club on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 10, 2025

Re-Inspection

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

Inspector notes: The hand sink in the server station was observed with a condensate line draining into it. A hand sink shall be used to wash hands only. Per PIC, a maintanence service request has been made and is pending repairs.

5-205.11

Aug 27, 2025

Routine

4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 corrected on site.

View 8 violations

Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria

Inspector notes: Chlorine sanitizer solution was observed in excess of 200 parts per million (ppm) at the dishwasher in the kitchen. A chlorine sanitizer solution applied to food contact surfaces must be between 50-100 ppm.

7-204.11

Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher was 0 parts per million (ppm) at the bar. Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm.

4-501.114

Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Various foods prepped on-site were observed with a date mark exceeding 7 days. Foods made/prepped on-site must be disposed of within 7 days. Person in charge voluntarily disposed of food at the time of inspection.

3-501.18

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as Eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as cooked meats) 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

Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food

Inspector notes: The consumer advisory provided does not disclose the foods on the menu that are raw or undercooked (burger and beef tenderloin).

3-603.11

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

Inspector notes: The hand sink in the server station was observed with a condensate line draining into it. A hand sink shall be used to wash hands only.

5-205.11

Required records available; molluscan shellfish identification, parasite destruction

Inspector notes: Molluscan Shellfish tags did not have all of the required information. The last date of sale were lacking.

3-203.12

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. Slicer was broken down and moved to warewashing area to be washed/rinsed/sanitized.

4-601.11(A)

Sep 12, 2023

Routine

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

View 5 violations

Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction

Inspector notes: The last shellfish was used from the bag must be noted on the shellfish tag.

3-203.12

Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food

Inspector notes: The consumer advisory provided does not disclose the foods on the menu that are raw or undercooked. PIC stated once new menus are printed it will be added.

3-603.11

Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: ROP Lobster was observed thawing with the package still in tact. ROP seafood must be removed from package or thawed with the package not in tact. Lobster was still 37 degrees. ROP Lobster was sliced open.

3-501.13

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of flying bugs is not controlled as evidenced by multiple flying bugs observed. 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. PIC to contact pest control company to inform them of the issue.

6-501.111

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the kitchen, 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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Potowomut Golf Club last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Potowomut Golf Club on file is from Sep 10, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Potowomut Golf Club?

Across the inspection record, adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Potowomut Golf Club.

How does Potowomut Golf Club compare to other restaurants in Warwick?

Potowomut Golf Club most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Warwick average of 86.

Has Potowomut Golf Club's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Potowomut Golf Club have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about six previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Potowomut Golf Club 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 Potowomut Golf Club inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Potowomut Golf Club is inspected around two times per year on average.

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