South Kingstown Nursing & Rehab Ctr

2115 South County Trail, South Kingstown, RI 02892
Healthcare Facility
License: Seats - 50 or More
Last inspected: Sep 9, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited South Kingstown Nursing & Rehab Ctr four times, with records going back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Sep 9, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “non-food contact surfaces clean”, showing up three times.

Among South Kingstown restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The record reflects steady performance over time.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 9, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, the following food items were observed improperly cooling... - Hamburgers (From Lunch) observed cooling in a large plastic container covered with tin foil at 98 degrees Fahrenehet - Pureed Green Beans and Sweet & Sour Chicken (Just pureed) were observed in covered pans in the reach-in cooler at 70 degrees Fahrnheit - Pasta salad was observed (cooling from lunch service) in covered tin pans at 45-46 degrees Fahrenheit Food items were all placed in shallow pans, uncovered, and arranged in the walk-in cooler for rapid cooling at the time of inspection.
3-501.15
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food-contact surfaces of the slotted vent in the kitchen 2-door reach-in cooler were observed to have an accumulation of dust. Non-food-contact surfaces are to be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and to preclude the build of soil and debris.
4-602.13
86
May 21, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Toxic materials not stored separately from food
Inspector notes: The Chemical Dispenser used for floor cleaning was observed to be mounted on the wall directly above the food prep sink. Chemicals must be stored/located in a way 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. Per the PIC, call is to be made to have dispenser relocated same day.
7-201.11
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Previously prepared grilled cheese sandwiches were observed held in the 2 Door Reach-In Cooler for greater than 7 days beyond the preparation on the container. PIC voluntarily disposed of the grilled cheeses at the time of inspection.
3-501.18
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor in the ice machine area is in poor repair. Floor tiles observed to be cracked/chipped. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following nonfood-contact surfaces were observed to have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris... - The dish area fan shrouds - The top of the dish machine - The underside of the mixer - Surfaces of the blender stand/unit Non-FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
4-602.13
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The wall mounted Soda Gun Holder mounted to the wall over a kitchen prep table was observed to be lacking a drain tube. Drainage and other non-sewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-403.12
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The wall in the dish area and behind the mixer in the side prep area was observed to have an accumulation of dust, soil residue, and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
61
May 17, 2023
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
May 1, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, Pureed Turkey was observed held at 126 degrees Fahrenheit at the Hot Hold Steam Table. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Pureed Turkey was placed in the oven for proper reheating at the time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, several food items in the single door cooler was observed held at 43 to 49 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. (Food items observed at 44 degrees Fahrenheit and below were moved to colder refrigeration. Food items observed at 45 degrees Fahrenheit and over were voluntarily disposed of 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 single door cooler in the kitchen area was not in good repair/properly adjusted. The ambient temperature of the unit was observed to be 45 degrees Fahrenheit with the food temperatures observed to be 43 to 49 degrees Fahrenheit. All food items were removed from the refrigeration unit at the time of inspection. Unit to be kept out of service until adjusted/repaired.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, the non-food contact surfaces of the mixer were observed to have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was South Kingstown Nursing & Rehab Ctr last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at South Kingstown Nursing & Rehab Ctr on file is from Sep 9, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at South Kingstown Nursing & Rehab Ctr?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surfaces clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at South Kingstown Nursing & Rehab Ctr.

How does South Kingstown Nursing & Rehab Ctr compare to other restaurants in South Kingstown?

South Kingstown Nursing & Rehab Ctr most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the South Kingstown average of 87.

Has South Kingstown Nursing & Rehab Ctr's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at South Kingstown Nursing & Rehab Ctr have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at South Kingstown Nursing & Rehab Ctr 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 South Kingstown Nursing & Rehab Ctr inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, South Kingstown Nursing & Rehab Ctr is inspected around two times per year on average.