Reiners Bar & Game Room
Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026
50
Score
Going back to 2025, Reiners Bar & Game Room has three inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Feb 3, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around eight violations across recent inspections versus roughly 10 violations before.
When inspectors have written things up, “food-contact surfaces” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
That's lower than the typical Providence restaurant, which scores around 80. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
4
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 3, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Marinara sauce was observed with date mark exceeding 7 days. Disposed.
3-501.18
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: The menus are lacking an allergen statement.
2-103.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener, hotel pans with sticker residue) 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)
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.
3-603.11
Warewashing facilities; installed maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dish machine at the kitchen.
4-302.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The ceiling in front of the expo station and in the staff/handicap restroom were observed in poor repair. Inspector observed dripping water and peeled paint at expo line, a hole in the ceiling and water dripping in the restroom. Per PIC, the hotel HVAC system had a leak, affecting these areas. Hotel is aware and service has been scheduled. Food and equipment in expo area is protected; restroom has been taken out fo service.
6-501.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: -under prep unit hood -under grill -can opener and base -bottom shelf reach-in freezer.
4-601.11(B)
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The concentration of the sanitizer solution for the wet wiping cloths was less than 100 parts per million (ppm). The required concentration for quaternary ammonium sanitizer is 200-400 ppm. PIC refilled sani bucket.
3-304.14
50
Feb 13, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (potato slicer) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Item taken to be cleaned and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair: -walk-in gaskets (ordered) -walk-in latch (ordered) -small prep unit (leak/condensation build-up) -small prep unit hood (taped together).
4-501.11
86
Jan 23, 2025
Routine
5 critical violations. 5 major violations. 8 minor violations. 7 corrected on site.
View 18 violations
Sewage backflow not prevented
Inspector notes: The sink used for food preparation is lacking an air gap. A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed.
5-402.11
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (fish) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (dry spices and garnishes) 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
Food separated and protected
Inspector notes: Pooled grey water was observed pooled in the drain under the prep sink.
5-402.13
Hands not washed when required
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The dishwasher failed to wash his/her hands between loading soiled and unloading clean dishes from the dishwasher. Food employees must clean their hands after handling soiled equipment or utensils. PIC addressed with staff.
2-301.14
Employees not reporting illness or health conditions
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: There was no evidence that employees are required to report to the person in charge information about their health (illnesses, symptoms) as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. RIDOH guidance provided.
2-201.11
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: The Person in charge did not assure compliance with critical code requirements.
2-103.11
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The establishment does not have a written procedure for cleaning vomit and diarrhea. RIDOH guidance provided.
2-501.11
No soap available at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the kitchen. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.
6-301.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of the following equipment/utensils were observed with an accumulation of food, debris, and biofilm: -bar ice machine -potato chopper -slicer. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Items were taken out of service to be cleaned and sanitized; ice disposed.
4-601.11(A)
Hands clean & properly washed
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dish machine in the kitchen. Inspector provided.
4-302.13
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A bucket was observed in the hand sink at the coffee station; a strainer and drip line were observed in the hand wash sink at the bar. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
6-301.13
Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected
Inspector notes: Protective shielding is not provided for the lights in the prep area. Light bulbs must be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.
6-202.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The ice scoop is stored on an unclean surface (in contact with bottles) between uses. During pauses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location. PIC relocated.
3-304.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following were observed not in good repair: -walk-n gaskets -walk-in latch (top) -small prep unit (leak) -slicer (per PIC).
4-501.11
Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas
Inspector notes: A light under the cookline hood was observed non-functional at the time of inspection.
6-303.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: -large ice machine vents -several lids to food containers -vents to hoods in prep area -cold drawer and small prep unit gaskets -plastic hotel pans 9sticker residue).
4-601.11(B)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety licensed with RIDOH. Application provided.
2-102.12
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Inspector notes: Several ceiling tiles were observed missing in the prep area.
6-201.16
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Reiners Bar & Game Room last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Reiners Bar & Game Room on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Reiners Bar & Game Room?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Reiners Bar & Game Room.
How does Reiners Bar & Game Room compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Reiners Bar & Game Room most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.
Has Reiners Bar & Game Room's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Reiners Bar & Game Room have averaged around eight violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Reiners Bar & Game Room means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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