The Point Tavern

302 Wickenden St, Providence, RI 02903

Bar / Pub

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Feb 16, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Public records currently show only one inspection for The Point Tavern. The Point Tavern was last inspected on Feb 16, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.

When inspectors have written things up, proper date marking and disposition has been the most frequent reason, cited one time.

The Point Tavern's latest score of 67 falls below the Providence average of 80. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 16, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 6 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Restaurant pickled collard greens were observed in the 1-door cooler past 7 days. PIC discarded collard greens.

3-501.17

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly

Inspector notes: Inspector observed single service items stored on the floor in the outdoor shed. Items must be stored at least 6 inches off the floor.

4-903.11(A)

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(A)

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine have an accumulation of debris.

4-602.13

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the outdoor shed. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.

6-501.114

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors in the kitchen and bar areas have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. 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 (corrected on site)

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. PIC placed a colander in ice well to serve ice for customers.

4-204.16

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Point Tavern last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Point Tavern on file is from Feb 16, 2026. The public record contains one inspection in total.

What is the most common violation at The Point Tavern?

Across the inspection record, proper date marking and disposition has been cited one time, more than any other issue at The Point Tavern.

How does The Point Tavern compare to other restaurants in Providence?

The Point Tavern most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at The Point Tavern 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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