The Red Parrot
Last inspected: Jul 14, 2025
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Score
The Red Parrot has only one inspection on file, a thin record to work from. The newest entry in the record is dated Jul 14, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
By comparison, the average Newport facility scores 84, putting The Red Parrot on the weaker side. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 14, 2025
Opening
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
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Plumbing not installed to prevent backflow
Inspector notes: A hose is connected to the faucet next to the hand sink in the second-floor kitchen. This faucet is lacking a backflow prevention device. An approved backflow prevention device is required in order to prevent backflow of a solid, liquid, or gas contaminant into the water supply at each point of use at a food establishment.
5-203.14
Sewage backflow not prevented
Inspector notes: The sink used for food preparation is lacking an air gap in the first-floor kitchen. A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed. An air break was observed.
5-402.11
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as shell eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as prepared sauces and ice cream mix) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. Food items were reorganized to follow proper storage instructions.
3-302.11
Required records available; molluscan shellfish identification, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: Molluscan shellfish tags must be maintained for 90 days in chronological order and the date when the last shellfish was used from the bag must be noted on the shellfish tag. PIC notified.
3-402.12
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cooked mussels were observed thawed in their original intact reduced oxygen packaging (ROP). Seafood items packaged in ROP shall be removed from their original packaging prior to thawing. Food items were observed within temperature range of handling instructions on packaging and were removed from packaging during the time of inspection.
3-501.13
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soap and paper towels were not available at the hand-washing sink in the second-floor bar area. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap, and paper towels. Paper towels and soap were provided during the time of inspection.
5-205.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The drain for the 3-bay sink in the first-floor bar area was observed to be leaking into a bucket and is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Ice cream mix were observed stored on the floor in the first-floor walk-in cooler. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Food items were moved onto shelving within unit during the time of inspection.
3-305.11
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: The prep unit cutting boards in the first-floor kitchen are very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.
4-501.12
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The floor in the first and second floor kitchens are in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-101.11
Handwashing sign not posted
Inspector notes: The bathroom hand sinks in the first-floor restrooms and the thrid-floor men's restroom are lacking signage notifying employees when and where to wash their hands prior to returning to work.
6-301.14
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Red Parrot last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Red Parrot on file is from Jul 14, 2025. The public record contains one inspection in total.
How does The Red Parrot compare to other restaurants in Newport?
The Red Parrot most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the Newport average of 84.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at The Red Parrot means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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