Rigatoni's Family Restaurant
Last inspected: Mar 4, 2025
70
Score
Rigatoni's Family Restaurant has been inspected five times since 2023. Rigatoni's Family Restaurant was last inspected on Mar 4, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
The pattern that stands out is “insects, rodents, & animals not present”, which has been cited three times.
Restaurants in Warwick average 86, so Rigatoni's Family Restaurant trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 4, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, several foods in the Sandwich Prep Unit were observed at 43 to 44 degrees Fahrenheit. Food items were moved to colder refrigeration at the time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, the Sandwich Prep Unit was observed in need of repair/adjustment... - The unit was observed maintaining an ambient temperature of 38 to 48 degrees Fahrenheit with food temperatures at 43 to 44 degrees Fahrenheit. (Unit was adjusted to colder holding temperature at the time of inspection.) - The gaskets to the doors of the sandwich prep unit were observed to be torn Equipment is to maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the deli slicer were observed to have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The tiles in the kitchen area is in poor repair (cracked/chipped). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The basement storage shelving as well as the side office and utility areas were observed to have an accumulation of old debris and droppings behind equipment. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and to aid in the current pest control program.
6-501.12
70
Feb 12, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Several food items in the Sandwich Prep Unit were observed held at 44-45 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per the PIC, the hoods to the prep unit were open for a lunch rush. Food items were moved to colder refrigeration at the time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
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. Working containers used for storing POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIALS such as cleaners and SANITIZERS taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material.
7-102.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The basement storage area as well as the side office and utility areas were observed to have an accumulation of soil residue, debris, and droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and to aid in the current pest control program.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The tiles in the kitchen area is in poor repair (cracked/chipped). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The condensate from the sandwich prep refrigeration unit is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other non-sewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-403.12
67
Jul 25, 2023
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 accumulation of 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: Dead rodents were observed in the basement. Dead rodents/pests must be removed from the premises.
6-501.112
86
Jul 12, 2023
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by new droppings 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.
6-501.111
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
Inspector notes: Multiple dead rodents were observed in various locations of the establishment (On glue pad in office area, on glue pad in corner of basement by water heater, on the floor underneath shelving in basement, on glue pad next to old chest freezer.) The establishment shall remove dead rodents from the facility.
6-501.112
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary items (Boxes of old receipts/paperwork) were observed in the basement area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions. Owner stated that they would dispose of any unnecessary items/organize the basement area.
6-501.114
82
Jun 26, 2023
Environmental Complaint
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by a large accumulation of droppings throughout the entire 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
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
Inspector notes: Multiple dead rodents were observed in the basement/office area of the establishment. The establishment shall remove dead rodents from the facility.
6-501.112
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back, 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
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rigatoni's Family Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rigatoni's Family Restaurant on file is from Mar 4, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rigatoni's Family Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Rigatoni's Family Restaurant.
How does Rigatoni's Family Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Warwick?
Rigatoni's Family Restaurant most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Warwick average of 86.
Has Rigatoni's Family Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Rigatoni's Family Restaurant have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Rigatoni's Family Restaurant 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 Rigatoni's Family Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rigatoni's Family Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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