Tavern 12
Last inspected: Oct 22, 2025
95
Score
Tavern 12 has been inspected five times since 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Oct 22, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around one violation compared to roughly four violations earlier on.
“Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Warwick restaurant scores 86. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 22, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floors in the kitchen (at cook/prep line) and in the basement (near ice machine) were observed in poor repair.
6-501.11
95
Oct 6, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cole slaw was observed held at (50) degrees Fahrenheit located in 2 door prep unit. Prep unit ambient 39 degrees Fahrenheit. PIC voluntarily disposed of Cole slaw. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener) were observed with food debris. PIC relocated can opener to dishwasher to be washed, rinsed and sanitized. 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: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was blocked by (prep table and other items). PIC relocated other items and moved prep table at time of inspection. A hand-washing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use.
5-205.11
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
Inspector notes: The presence of (pest) is not controlled as evidenced by (gnaw marks observed on a bag of rice flour). 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. -Establishment must contact a licensed pest control service to conduct a full assessment/evaluation of facility. Pest control service must provide a plan of action detailing treatment plans and a target date to eliminate pests. Plan of action must be emailed to inspector before the re-inspection date.
6-501.112
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The dry storage in the (basement) area has an accumulation of pest droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floors in the kitchen (at cook/prep line) and in the basement (near ice machine) were observed in poor repair.
6-501.11
61
Jul 15, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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 not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following equipment were observed in poor repair: 1) The inner plate on the door of the chest freezer was loose
4-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floors in the kitchen (at cook/prep line) and in the basement (near ice machine) were observed in poor repair.
6-501.11
78
Jul 1, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 12 violations
Sewage backflow not prevented
Inspector notes: The ice machine is lacking a proper air gap (air break observed). A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed.
5-402.11
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: White chowder was observed held past its seven day date marking. PIC voluntarily disposed of food.
3-501.18
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine and quaternary ammonium sanitizing solutions for the dish machine, three bay sink, and quat dispenser at mop sink.
4-302.14
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
Inspector notes: The hand wash sink at the bar was observed being used as a dump sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The area above the cook line (ansul system, etc.) had an accumulation of dust.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floors in the kitchen (at cook/prep line) and in the basement (near ice machine) were observed in poor repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors throughout the basement storage areas have an accumulation of old rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.
2-102.12
Person in charge lacks food safety knowledge
Inspector notes: There was no evidence that employees are required to report to the person in charge information about their health (illnesses, symptoms) as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food.
2-102.11(C)
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: An open employees' beverage container was observed stored in a food preparation area. Employees shall not drink from open beverage containers in order to prevent contamination of their hands, the container, and exposed food.
2-401.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: Doors to the outside, located in the basement area and side dining room area, are 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
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following equipment were observed in poor repair: 1) A knife was heavily chipped (PIC instructed to remove knife from use) 2) The inner plate on the door of the chest freezer in the kitchen was loose 3) The gaskets of a refrigeration unit were loose 4) The inner plate on the door of a refrigeration unit was loose
4-501.11
41
May 17, 2023
Routine
3 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The handwash sink in the bar area was being used as a dump sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of (deli slicer) was observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Proper cleaning procedures reviewed with PIC. Slicer to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized prior to use.
4-601.11(A)
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: ROP crab was observed thawing with package in tact. ROP seafood packaging must be sliced open or product must be removed from package prior to thawing. ROP crab was observed @ 37 degrees and was sliced open.
3-501.13
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine has an accumulation of bio-film. Inspector recommends increasing routine cleaning frequency to prevent an accumulation of bio-film. Ice machine to be emptied and washed, rinsed, and sanitized.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floors in the kitchen area/near the door to the outside is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tavern 12 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tavern 12 on file is from Oct 22, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tavern 12?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Tavern 12.
How does Tavern 12 compare to other restaurants in Warwick?
Tavern 12 most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Warwick average of 86.
Has Tavern 12's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Tavern 12 have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Tavern 12 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 Tavern 12 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tavern 12 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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