Texas Roadhouse
Last inspected: Nov 25, 2025
100
Score
Going back to 2023, Texas Roadhouse has eight inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Nov 25, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from three violations to one.
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Among Cranston restaurants, the typical score is 88; Texas Roadhouse is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 25, 2025
Environmental Complaint
No violations found.
100
Sep 2, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: The metal sheet panels were observed not secured tightly to the wall. Panels can cause create openings/areas for breeding for insects.
6-501.114
95
Jun 23, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: The following was observed: 1) The floor tiles/grout lines in the kitchen were observed to be cracked/lifting. Floor tiles/grout lines must be maintained in good repair in order to prevent pooling water. (Per the Owner, establishment is to have tile/grout work completed within next month from inspection date.) 2) The metal sheet panels were observed not secured tightly to the wall. Panels can cause create openings/areas for breeding for insects.
6-501.114
95
Jun 9, 2025
Environmental Complaint
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of pests is not controlled as evidenced by one live and one dead cockroach observed in the facility. 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, routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies, and removing any dead pests to prevent any accumulation. Current pest control program is set for 1x weekly inspections/treatments. PIC is to increase pest control to 2x weekly until pest issue is resolved.
6-501.111
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: The floor tiles/grout lines in the kitchen were observed to be cracked/lifting. Floor tiles/grout lines must be maintained in good repair in order to prevent pooling water. (Per the Owner, establishment is to have tile/grout work completed within next month from inspection date.)
6-501.114
86
Apr 7, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor tiles/grout lines in the kitchen was observed to be cracked/lifting. Floor tiles/grout lines must be maintained in good repair in order to prevent pooling water.
6-501.11
95
Mar 13, 2024
Environmental Complaint
3 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
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 dishwasher as evidenced by the failure of the thermolabel (temperature indicator) affixed to the surface of a utensil to turn black. Establishment to use the dishwasher for washing and rinsing ONLY. All equipment and utensils to be sanitized at the 3-bay sink.
4-501.112
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device that is in good repair and proper adjustment for the dish machine in the kitchen.
4-204.115
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
Inspector notes: The hand sink in the warewashing area was not dispensing hot water at the time of inspection.
5-205.11
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employee food/beverages were observed stored in the refrigeration units at the cookline. Person in charge notified that employees shall store foods in designated areas only.
3-307.11
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employees' clothing or other personal belongings were observed stored in the food prep area and dry storage shelving in the kitchen. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be used for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and other possessions.
6-501.110
67
Jul 31, 2023
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 10, 2023
Routine
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: The hand sink near the meat display observed to be leaking. The plumbing system in an establishment must be maintained in good repair and proper adjustment.
5-205.15
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher was 0 parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm.
4-501.114
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Portobello sauce and other items were observed held at 92-94 degrees Fahrenheit in the steam table. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC reheated items to 165 and heat setting was turned up on the steam table.
3-501.16(A)
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Reduced oxygen packaged salmon labeled "KEEP FROZEN" was observed thawing with the package intact.
3-501.13
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Squeegee's were observed in the hand-washing sink at the bar. 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 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)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors in the: 1) Bar and the bread/meat display area has an accumulation of soil residue and food debris 2) Dry storage/office area has an accumulation of old rodent droppings 3) walk-in freezer observed with over accumulation of ice - The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Beverage tubing was observed in contact with ice used for drinks at the bar. Beverage tubing and cold plate beverage cooling devices must not be in contact with stored ice.
4-204.16
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: A knife at the magnet holder in the prep area was observed with chips along the blade. Person in charge removed knife from prep area to be serviced.
4-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Texas Roadhouse last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Texas Roadhouse on file is from Nov 25, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Texas Roadhouse?
Across the inspection record, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Texas Roadhouse.
How does Texas Roadhouse compare to other restaurants in Cranston?
Texas Roadhouse most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Cranston average of 88.
Has Texas Roadhouse's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Texas Roadhouse have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about three previously.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Texas Roadhouse 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 Texas Roadhouse inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Texas Roadhouse is inspected around three times per year on average.
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