River Falls

74-76 South Main Street, Woonsocket, RI 02895

American

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: May 21, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited River Falls six times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from May 21, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

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

Looking across the full record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

River Falls' latest score of 100 sits above the Woonsocket average of 89. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

May 21, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Feb 11, 2025

Re-Inspection

1 minor violation.

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Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The floors are constructed of cement in the kitchen which is not durable, easily cleanable, or non-absorbent. The materials for indoor floors must be durable, easily cleanable and nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms. Establishment to construct floors to be durable, easily cleanable, and non absorbent.

6-501.11

Jan 29, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

Inspector notes: The sauté unit was observed held at 47 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Corrective action - TCS food items - Risotto 47 DF, Fish 47 DF, Cheese 47 DF, Pasta 47 DF, Shrimp 47 DF. were voluntarily disposed of.

3-501.16(A)

Physical facilities not in good repair

6-501.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Knife was observed stored between equipment. During pauses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location.

3-304.12

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair on the salad prep unit. Gaskets must be maintained in good condition.

4-501.11

Apr 30, 2024

Re-Inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Physical facilities not in good repair

6-501.11

Apr 18, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

Inspector notes: The walk in cooler was observed held at 46 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Corrective Action - the walk in cooler was placed out of order, all food items were voluntarily disposed of.

3-501.16(A)

Reduced oxygen packaging criteria not met

Inspector notes: Establishment was using Reduced Oxygen Packaging for soups, chili, and sauces. Establishment has not submitted an application for special processing methods. Food items were voluntarily disposed of. Establishment is to stop using ROP until approval has been given from RIDOH. Food items voluntarily disposed of.

3-502.12

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

Inspector notes: The floors are constructed of cement in the kitchen which is not durable, easily cleanable, or non-absorbent. The materials for indoor floors must be durable, easily cleanable and nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms. Establishment is to develop a plan for floor renovation to discuss with RIDOH.

6-101.11

Nov 3, 2023

Opening

2 minor violations.

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Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the (middle room) and door in back kitchen were observed 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

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

Inspector notes: Flooring was observed in poor repair. Exposed concrete was observed. All kitchen flooring shall be repaired. Flooring in Walk-in #1 (middle room) was observed buckling and in poor repair. Floor in Walk-in shall be repaired. Flooring shall be constructed with a material that is non-absorbent, smooth, durable and easily cleanable. Coving shall be added to entire kitchen and food prep/storage areas. Small Middle room shall have a celling installed. No food shall be prepared in this space till celling is complete. All exposed wood shall be covered with a material that is non-absorbent, smooth, durable and easily cleanable. Establishment is to contact inspector once physical facilities had been corrected.

6-101.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was River Falls last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at River Falls on file is from May 21, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at River Falls?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at River Falls.

How does River Falls compare to other restaurants in Woonsocket?

River Falls most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Woonsocket average of 89.

Has River Falls' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at River Falls have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at River Falls 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 River Falls inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, River Falls is inspected around four times per year on average.

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