The Landing Restaurant

30 Bowens Wharf, Newport, RI 02840

Seafood

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: May 20, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The Landing Restaurant was last inspected on May 20, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

The most recent inspection turned up five violations, more than the three found previously.

The Landing Restaurant's latest score of 74 falls below the Newport average of 84. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 20, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food

Inspector notes: The consumer advisory provided does not disclose the foods on the menu that are raw or undercooked (Tuna tartar and beef filet). Establishment is to add indicating symbol notifying the consumer of which foods are offered raw or undercooked.

3-603.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Knives were observed stored between prep unit sandwich flip tops and also between electrical conduit and the wall by the salad prep unit. Utensils between uses shall be maintained in one of the following manners: on a dry clean surface, in water with sufficient flow to flush particulates to the drain, or in water maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or more. Utensils were cleaned and sanitized during time of inspection.

3-304.12

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair on the following units: prep units #1 and 2, and the 1-door low boy freezer by fryolators. Refrigerator door gaskets shall be maintained in good repair.

4-501.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The chemical dispenser located in the ware washing area was observed to be leaking and not in good repair. Equipment shall be maintained in good repair.

4-501.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Bowls are being used as scoops in containers of various ingredients. Utensils used to dispense non-time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods such as sugar and flour must be stored in the food item with their handles above the top of the food within the container. Bowls were removed during time of inspection.

3-304.12

Jun 28, 2023

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (robocoup) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Employee wash and sanitized robocoup at time of inspection.

4-601.11(A)

Food storage containers not labeled with contents (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Working containers of dried ingredients were observed 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. Employee labeled containers at time of inspection.

3-302.12

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the cook line level (shelving), edge of hood system above grill area and flooring behind dish machine were observed have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Areas need to be cleaned more frequently.

4-602.13

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Landing Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Landing Restaurant on file is from May 20, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does The Landing Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Newport?

The Landing Restaurant most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Newport average of 84.

Has The Landing Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at The Landing Restaurant have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about three per visit to around five more recently.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at The Landing Restaurant 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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