Tavern 265
Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026
67
Score
Tavern 265 has been inspected three times since 2026. The most recent visit was on Apr 8, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, with around six violations found each time.
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean comes up most often, recorded six times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average sits at 88, which Tavern 265's 67 doesn't quite reach. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 8, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Sour cream, tomatoes and guacamole was observed held at 54-56 degrees Fahrenheit in tabletop unit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per interview with PIC, food has been in unit less than 3 hours prior. Foods were relocated to rapidly chill.
3-501.16(A)
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Inspector observed chipped/missing tiles in the ware-washing area. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Working containers of nuts and raisins are not labeled with the common name of the food. Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages, such as flour, herbs, salt, sugar, and spices must be labeled with the common name of the food.
3-302.12
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Chicken was observed stored on the floor in the walk-in freezer. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The ice scoop is stored on an unclean surface (top of the ice machine) between uses. During pauses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location.
3-304.12
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Utensils were observed stored in stagnant water between uses.
3-304.12
67
Feb 6, 2026
Reinspection for Opening
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dish machine in the kitchen.
4-302.14
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The walk-in freezer is in poor repair, contactor was on site at time of inspection. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The garage door to the outside, located in the basement, is 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
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of the wall behind ice bin at the bar. 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
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the kitchen area is in poor repair, inspector observed exposed insulation. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. Per interview with PIC, contractor is on site.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Inspector observed chipped/missing tiles in the ware-washing area. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
70
Jan 28, 2026
Opening
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Handwashing sink water not at required temperature
Inspector notes: The basement prep area does not have a hand-washing sink that is conveniently located and/or readily accessible. Hand-washing sinks must be located to allow convenient use by employees in food preparation, food dispensing, and ware-washing areas.
5-202.12
Warewashing facilities; installed maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dish machine in the kitchen.
4-204.115
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the kitchen area is in poor repair, inspector observed exposed insulation. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. Per interview with PIC, contractor will be fixing it on 1/29.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Inspector observed chipped/missing tiles in the ware-washing area. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The garage door to the outside, located in the basement, is 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
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of the wall behind ice bin at the bar. 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
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tavern 265 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tavern 265 on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tavern 265?
Across the inspection record, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Tavern 265.
How does Tavern 265 compare to other restaurants in Westerly?
Tavern 265 most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Westerly average of 88.
Has Tavern 265's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Tavern 265 have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around six per visit.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Tavern 265 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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