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The Pub

907 Matunuck Beach Rd, Wakefield, RI 02879
Bar / Pub
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Nov 25, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2024, The Pub has three inspections in the public record. On Nov 25, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about four violations before that.

The pattern that stands out is “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable”, which has been cited three times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Wakefield restaurants. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 25, 2025
Re-Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of a table/shelf and floor cover walking pallets in the bar area that is no longer smooth/easily cleanable. 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. Wood surfaces are to be resealed or replaced. (Per the PIC, a stainless-steel table is on order to replace the wooden table behind the bar, and more time is needed for a solution for the floor pallets.)
4-101.19
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The floors in the bar area is constructed of unsealed concrete, 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.
6-101.11
90
Nov 6, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & 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. Service appointment was set at the time of inspection. PIC is to use the 3-bay sink for proper sanitizing after washing and rinsing equipment and utensils.
4-501.114
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A container of chowder and a container of beef stew were observed at 48- and 47-degrees Fahrenheit respectively in the large prep cooler. Items were located directly next to a container of hot mashed potatoes that were just previously prepared prior to inspection. Based on time of potatoes placed in cooler next to items, chowder and beef stew were reheated for same day service at the time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Per interview of staff, Mashed Potatoes and Meat Pies were placed hot in the large cookline prep refrigerator in covered plastic containers. Based on temperature and time prepared, food items were removed from the cooler, uncovered, and relocated for rapid cooling.
3-501.15
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: The floors in the bar area was constructed of concrete 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.
6-201.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of a table/shelf and floor cover walking pallets in the bar area that is no longer smooth/easily cleanable. 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. Wood surfaces are to be resealed or replaced.
4-101.19
61
May 20, 2024
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of a table/shelf in the bar area that is no longer smooth/easily cleanable. 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. Shelf is to be resealed or replaced.
4-101.19
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The dumpster outside is located on dirt/gravel. The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain.
5-501.11
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: The floors in the bar area was constructed of concrete 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.
6-201.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The wall near the hood system as well as the ceiling near the central ceiling vent was observed to have an accumulation of soil residue/dust. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Pub last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Pub on file is from Nov 25, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Pub?

Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Pub.

How does The Pub compare to other restaurants in Wakefield?

The Pub most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Wakefield average of 89.

Has The Pub's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at The Pub have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Pub 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 Pub inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Pub is inspected around two times per year on average.

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