Ritrovo Italian Pub and Grille

441 Old Forge Road, East Greenwich, RI 02818

Italian

License: Caterer or Commissary

Last inspected: Sep 18, 2025

Score

High Risk

The inspection history at Ritrovo Italian Pub and Grille is still short, with only one visit logged. The most recent report on file is from Sep 18, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

The city-wide average sits at 88, which Ritrovo Italian Pub and Grille's 43 doesn't quite reach. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 18, 2025

Routine

3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Sewage backflow not prevented

Inspector notes: The sink used for food preparation is lacking an air gap (has air break). A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed. Guidance document provided.

5-402.11

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

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. Storage guidance provided.

3-302.11

Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was less than 100 parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be 150-400 ppm. Bottle was replaced. PIC to test sanitizer daily.

4-501.114

Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations

Inspector notes: Allergy statement was lacking on the menus.

2-103.11

Required records available; molluscan shellfish identification, parasite destruction

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

3-203.12

Food-contact surface not smooth, sealed, or easily cleanable (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The cutting board was very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced. PIC disposed of cutting board.

4-202.11

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: The door to the toilet room next to food storage is not self-closing.

6-202.14

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Dessert reach-in door handle was not in good repair.

4-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ritrovo Italian Pub and Grille last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ritrovo Italian Pub and Grille on file is from Sep 18, 2025. The public record contains one inspection in total.

How does Ritrovo Italian Pub and Grille compare to other restaurants in East Greenwich?

Ritrovo Italian Pub and Grille most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the East Greenwich average of 88.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Ritrovo Italian Pub and Grille 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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