The Cracked Mug

133 Ocean Ave Block, Island, RI 02807
Café / Breakfast
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Jun 24, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged three inspections at The Cracked Mug, the earliest from 2023. The most recent report on file is from Jun 24, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, with around two violations found each time.

Looking across the full record, insects, rodents, & animals not present is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Restaurants in Island average 88, so The Cracked Mug trails the local norm. The record reflects steady performance over time.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 24, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.
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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (burger) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (Muffin mix) in the reach-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. Items were relocated.
3-302.11
Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: ROP fish was observed thawing with package in tact. Proper thawing methods reviewed with PIC. Fish was observed at 33 degrees. Fish was removed from package.
3-501.13
78
Jun 18, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the kitchen, 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
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine have an accumulation of bio-film. Ice machine to be emptied and cleaned end of day.
4-602.13
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: The floors in the kitchen are constructed of wood which is not durable, easily cleanable, or non-absorbent. The materials for indoor floors must be durable, easily cleanable and nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms. Per PIC, floors will be sealed in September.
6-201.11
86
May 23, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the kitchen, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors. Weather strip/door sweep to be replaced.
6-202.15
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: The receptacle in the women's toilet room is lacking a cover. A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.
5-501.17
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Cracked Mug last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Cracked Mug on file is from Jun 24, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Cracked Mug?

Across the inspection record, insects, rodents, & animals not present has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Cracked Mug.

How does The Cracked Mug compare to other restaurants in Island?

The Cracked Mug most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Island average of 88.

Has The Cracked Mug's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at The Cracked Mug have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around two per visit.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Cracked Mug 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 The Cracked Mug inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Cracked Mug is inspected roughly once per year on average.