Rome Point Cafe
Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026
74
Score
Going back to 2023, Rome Point Cafe has four inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Apr 9, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around nine violations to closer to three violations per visit over the last few inspections.
“Proper cooling methods used” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Rome Point Cafe's latest score of 74 falls below the North Kingstown average of 88. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 9, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (shelled eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (cheese, deli meat) 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
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. At time of inspection, potatoes were placed hot in the refrigerator in covered containers greater than four inches deep.
3-501.15
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the shelving have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
74
Feb 3, 2025
Re-Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: The 3-bay sink faucet is leaking. A plumbing system must be maintained in good repair.
5-205.15
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The chlorine concentration in the sanitizing solution of the sanitizing bucket was observed at 25 parts per million (ppm). The concentration of chlorine in the sanitizing solution must be between 50-100 ppm.
4-501.114
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Potatoes were placed hot in the refrigerator in containers greater than four inches deep. Potatoes were relocated to a sheet pan to rapidly cool during time of inspection.
3-501.15
67
Jan 13, 2025
Environmental Complaint
5 critical violations. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations. 7 corrected on site.
View 15 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: The 3-bay sink faucet is leaking. A plumbing system must be maintained in good repair.
5-205.15
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chlorine sanitizer solution was observed in excess of 200 parts per million (ppm). A chlorine sanitizer solution applied to food contact surfaces must be between 50-100 ppm.
7-204.11
Hands not washed when required
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employees were observed changing gloves without washing their hands. Food employees must wash their hands before putting on gloves.
2-301.14
Backflow prevention air gap not adequate
Inspector notes: The pre-flush spray hose at the 3-bay sink is hanging below the flood rim. A plumbing system shall be installed to prevent backflow of a liquid or gas contaminant into the water supply by providing an air gap or installing an approved backflow prevention device.
5-202.13
Sewage backflow not prevented
Inspector notes: The ice machine 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
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of biofilm. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice was voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form). Ice machine was taken out of service and must not be used until it is cleaned.
4-601.11(A)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dish machine at the kitchen.
4-302.13
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Bacon was placed hot in the refrigerator wrapped in plastic wrap. Food must be uncovered during the cooling process. Proper cooling methods were reviewed with the person in charge at time of inspection.
3-501.15
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener) 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)
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A container was observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A used egg carton with egg yolk on it was observed stored on a container of utensils. Establishment must not store used egg cartons over container of utensils to prevent contamination. Utensils were cleaned during time of inspection.
3-307.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The chemical and onion storage shelves located in the ware-washing area were not in good repair. Shelves are rusted and no longer easily cleanable.
4-501.11
Toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of spice shelf in the ware-washing area. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material.
4-101.17
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: The wood cutting block table surface is 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.
4-501.12
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the spice, equipment, and chemical storage shelves have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
22
Jul 18, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chlorine sanitizer solution was observed at 0 parts per million (ppm). A chlorine sanitizer solution applied to food contact surfaces must be between 50-100 ppm.
7-204.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.Disposed
4-601.11(A)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soiled towel were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
6-301.13
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the shelves throughout the kitchen have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The grease trap outside is located on grass/soil. The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain.
5-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The prep unit in the kitchen area is in poor repair(ambient temperatures 52 degrees F). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the basement area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rome Point Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rome Point Cafe on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rome Point Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “proper cooling methods used” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Rome Point Cafe.
How does Rome Point Cafe compare to other restaurants in North Kingstown?
Rome Point Cafe most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the North Kingstown average of 88.
Has Rome Point Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Rome Point Cafe have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Rome Point Cafe 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 Rome Point Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rome Point Cafe is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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