Shogun Steak & Seafood House
Last inspected: May 19, 2025
90
Score
Public records show 16 inspections at Shogun Steak & Seafood House stretching back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated May 19, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around eight violations to closer to three violations per visit over the last few inspections.
Looking across the full record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” is the recurring theme, flagged 15 times.
Among Warwick restaurants, the typical score is 86; Shogun Steak & Seafood House is comfortably above that bar. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
16
Inspections
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
May 19, 2025
Re-Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
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. Per the PIC, decluttering of the basement area is to continue.)
6-501.114
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following areas of the physical facilities were observed with an accumulation of soil residue, food debris, and old droppings... - Floor under hibachi grills (cleaning daily) - Floor under/behind equipment in kitchen and bar area (Clean daily) - Floor along walls behind equipment in the basement The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. (Cleaning company currently scheduled for biweekly cleaning. PIC is to ensure facility is cleaned daily to aid in cleaning and pest control programs.)
6-501.12
90
Apr 4, 2025
Environmental Complaint
1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of mice is not controlled as evidenced by trapped live and dead mice observed in the upstairs dining and bar areas. 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. Currently, establishment is regularly treated for pest control biweekly. Establishment is to increase pest control to weekly until pest issue is under control.
6-501.111
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, dead and trapped mice were observed on glue boards. Dead or trapped pests shall be removed from control devices and the PREMISES at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests. Dead and trapped mice were disposed of at the time of inspection.
6-501.112
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
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. Per the PIC, decluttering of the basement area is to continue.)
6-501.114
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following areas of the physical facilities were observed with an accumulation of soil residue, food debris, and droppings... - Floor under hibachi grills (cleaning daily) - Floor under/behind equipment in kitchen area (Clean daily) - Floor along walls behind equipment in the basement The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. (Cleaning company currently scheduled for biweekly cleaning. PIC is to ensure facility is cleaned daily to aid in cleaning and pest control programs.)
6-501.12
78
Mar 13, 2025
Re-Inspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets to the 2-door reach-in cooler were observed in poor repair. Equipment is to be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
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. Per the PIC, decluttering of the basement area is to continue.)
6-501.114
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Old droppings were observed under and behind equipment in various areas. PIC is to ensure all areas are thoroughly cleaned to aid in the current pest control program.
6-501.12
86
Feb 13, 2025
Re-Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (beef) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods in the 2-door reach-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. Food items were rearranged for proper storage at the time of inspection.
3-302.11
Backflow prevention air gap not adequate
Inspector notes: The pre-flush spray hose at the dishwasher area 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
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 by marking with an asterisk. Food items on the menu that are possibly undercooked per order are to be marked with an asterisk alerting to the consumer advisory provided.
3-603.11
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Reduced Oxygen Packaged Swordfish was observed thawing in its intact packaging. REDUCED OXYGEN PACKAGED FISH that bears a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use shall be removed from the reduced oxygen environment prior to its thawing under refrigeration. Based on temperature of ROP Fish at time of inspection (34 degrees Fahrenheit), fish was removed from packaging for proper thawing.
3-501.13
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets to the 2-door reach-in cooler were observed in poor repair. Equipment is to be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food-contact surfaces of the hibachi grills (along sides/edges of flat tops) were observed to have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Non-food-contact surfaces of equipment are to be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude the accumulation of soil residues.
4-602.13
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
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. Per the PIC, decluttering of the basement area is to continue.)
6-501.114
52
Jan 30, 2025
Environmental Complaint
4 critical violations. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 14 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The food-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils were not sanitized. The required utensil surface temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was not achieved during the sanitizing cycle of the dishwashers in the kitchen and the bar as evidenced by the failure of the thermo-label (temperature indicator) affixed to the surface of a utensil to turn black, and the thermometer plate used. Per the PIC, staff will use the 3 bay sinks at the kitchen and bar areas for proper sanitizing with use of quaternary ammonium tablets.
4-501.114
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, packaged loaves of bread ion the basement area were observed with rodent gnawing holes in the packaging. Loaves of bread were voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection.
3-101.11
Backflow prevention air gap not adequate
Inspector notes: The pre-flush spray hose at the dish machine 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
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (beef) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (sauces) in the kitchen reach-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. Foods were rearranged for proper storage.
3-302.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Rodent droppings (old and new) were observed in areas of the bar, kitchen, and basement, as well as gnawed food product in the basement. 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. (Current pest control is biweekly.)
6-501.111
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
Inspector notes: An employee was observed filling a glass of water for a customer at the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
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 by marking with an asterisk. Food items on the menu that are possibly undercooked per customer order are to be marked with an asterisk alerting the consumer advisory provided.
3-603.11
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo-labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dish machine at the kitchen and bar high temp. dish machines.
4-302.13
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the quaternary ammonium sanitizing tablets for the 3 aby sinks.
4-302.14
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, a ceiling hatch was observed open exposing the plates, utensils, and ice bin below to possible contamination from the premises.
3-307.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following equipment was observed in need of repair... - Gaskets to the kitchen 2 door reach-in cooler were observed torn - A broken/chipped ladle was observed in use (ladle was voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection). - A knife was observed with a chipped blade Equipment is to be maintained in good repair or disposed of if no longer repairable.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food-contact surfaces of the following were observed to have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris... - Refrigeration surfaces - Cookline surfaces - Hibachi grill surfaces (side walls and below shelving) Non-FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following areas of the physical facilities were observed with an accumulation of soil residue, food debris, and droppings... - Floor under hibachi grills - Floor under/behind equipment in kitchen area - Floor along walls behind equipment in the basement - Floor of the walk-in cooler The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
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. (Per the PIC, continued decluttering is to occur.)
6-501.114
26
Dec 19, 2024
Re-Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
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.
6-501.114
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floor in the basement of the facility was observed to have an accumulation of old droppings and debris. 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
90
Nov 29, 2024
Re-Inspection
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Three dead or trapped mice were observed in the back basement area behind office. Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests shall be removed from control devices and the PREMISES at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests.
6-501.112
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
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.
6-501.114
90
Nov 22, 2024
Reinspection for Opening
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
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.
6-501.114
95
Nov 21, 2024
Reinspection for Opening
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Rodent bait not in tamper-resistant station
Inspector notes: Several blocks of rodenticide were observed being used in the dining area. Rodent bait shall be contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station.
7-206.12
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by a large accumulation of rodent droppings observed throughout the kitchen, bar, dining, and basement areas. 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 mice were observed in basement storage area. Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests shall be removed from control devices and the PREMISES at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests.
6-501.112
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
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.
6-501.114
70
Nov 20, 2024
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 live rodent activity noted during inspection and a large accumulation of rodent droppings observed throughout the dining, bar, kitchen, and basement areas. 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: Three dead mice and one large rodent were observed in the basement area and outside of building respectively. Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests shall be removed from control devices and the PREMISES at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests.
6-501.112
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
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.
6-501.114
82
Aug 15, 2024
Environmental Complaint
No violations found.
100
May 29, 2024
Re-Inspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the basement area and closet near exit door. Per the PIC and as per observation of inspector, some unnecessary/non-functional equipment was observed to be removed from the establishment since previous inspection. Per the PIC, cleanout of the basement area is to continue, new dumpster needed. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions and to aid in the current pest control program.
6-501.114
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, possible access points for rodent entrance were observed in the basement, bar area, and the closet near the exit. PIC to continue to monitor, search for, and seal any possible rodent entry points in the basement, basement office, and the bar area.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, the floors in the basement area, under/behind equipment in the bar area, and in the closet near the exit were observed to have soil residue, debris, and old droppings and 2 dead rodents. 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
86
Mar 13, 2024
Re-Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the basement area. Per the PIC and as per observation of inspector, some unnecessary/non-functional equipment was observed to be removed from the establishment since previous inspection. Per the PIC, cleanout of the basement area is to continue, new dumpster needed. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions and to aid in the current pest control program.
6-501.114
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, the floors in the basement area and under/behind equipment in the bar area were observed to have an accumulation of soil residue, debris, and droppings. Per the PIC and inspector observation, cleaning since previous inspection has occurred and is to continue, The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and to aid in the monitoring of the current pest control program.
6-501.12
90
Feb 28, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, a bag of sugar in basement storage was observed to be adulterated by gnawing. The bag of sugar was voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection.
3-101.11
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, 2 dead mice were observed in the basement area. Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests shall be removed from control devices and the PREMISES at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests.
6-501.112
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the basement area. Per the PIC and as per observation of inspector, some unnecessary/non-functional equipment was observed to be removed from the establishment since previous inspection. Per the PIC, cleanout of the basement area is to continue, new dumpster needed. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions and to aid in the current pest control program.
6-501.114
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, the floor in the basement area were observed to have an accumulation of soil residue, debris, and droppings. Per the PIC and inspector observation, cleaning since previous inspection has occurred and is to continue, The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and to aid in the monitoring of the current pest control program.
6-501.12
74
Feb 14, 2024
Re-Inspection
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Noodles cooled previous day were observed in the walk-in cooler 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. Noodles were voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, a bag of sugar and bags of rice were observed to be adulterated by rodent gnawing. Packages of sugar and rice were voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection.
3-101.11
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
Inspector notes: The presence of pests is not controlled as evidenced by droppings and gnawed food items in the basement area. 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. Per the PIC, pest control currently inspects/treats 1x monthly. Per the PIC, pest control schedule to be increased. Pest control contacted at the time of inspection.
6-501.112
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The bulkhead door to the basement is not tight-fitting. Since previous inspection, weather stripping was added to the bulkhead door (Openings still observed). Per the PIC, more work is to be done to close any gaps. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, the basement 2 door cooler was observed to be in need of repair. The middle support between the doors was observed to be loose/unstable preventing the doors from fully sealing when closed. Equipment is to be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
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 and to aid in the current pest control program.
6-501.114
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floor in the basement area 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 monitoring of the current pest control program.
6-501.12
58
Feb 1, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Time used as public health control not properly documented
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, rice and noodles were observed being held outside of refrigeration using time as a public health control after cooking for use at the Hibachi Tables. PIC is to contact RIDOH CFP Supervisor with written procedures for holding rice and noodles out of refrigeration using time as a public health control. Procedures for proper documentation were discussed with the PIC at the time of inspection.
3-501.19
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chemical spray bottle(s) were stored with food, equipment, utensils, or single service items. Chemicals must be stored to prevent the contamination of clean equipment, utensils linens, and/or single service by spacing or partitioning and locating them in an area that is not above food, equipment utensils, linens, and single service articles. Spray bottles were moved to protected location at the time of inspection.
7-102.11
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo-labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dish machines at the bar and kitchen areas.
4-302.13
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests shall be removed from control devices and the PREMISES at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests. Dead Pest removed at the time of insepction.
6-501.112
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The bulkhead door to the outside, located in the basement area, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors. Per the PIC, maintenance person to be called for increased weather stripping and to block any gaps in the door when closed.
6-202.15
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, clean utensils were stored in containers observed to have dust and debris. Utensils intended for use with food are to be stored in clean/sanitized containers between uses. (Per the PIC, all utensils to be properly cleaned/sanitized prior to use.)
3-307.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The basement 2 door reach-in cooler was observed to be in need of repair. The doors were observed to not shut properly due to a loose middle support between the doors when closed. Equipment is to be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of cookline equipment were observed to have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Non-FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
4-602.13
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
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 and to aid in the current pest control program.
6-501.114
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floor in the basement area 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 monitoring of the current pest control program.
6-501.12
50
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Shogun Steak & Seafood House last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Shogun Steak & Seafood House on file is from May 19, 2025. The public record contains 16 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Shogun Steak & Seafood House?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited 15 times, more than any other issue at Shogun Steak & Seafood House.
How does Shogun Steak & Seafood House compare to other restaurants in Warwick?
Shogun Steak & Seafood House most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Warwick average of 86.
Has Shogun Steak & Seafood House's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Shogun Steak & Seafood House have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Shogun Steak & Seafood House means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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