Titos Cantina
Last inspected: Dec 16, 2025
64
Score
The health department has logged four inspections at Titos Cantina, the earliest from 2024. On Dec 16, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
The trend has been moving in the right direction: eight violations last time, six this time.
Looking across the full record, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean is the recurring theme, flagged 11 times.
By comparison, the average Middletown facility scores 80, putting Titos Cantina on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 16, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Salsa, cheese and shredded lettuce were observed held at 46-49 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Foods were placed into refrigeration and/ or replaced. PIC informed to cease placement of cold toppings over steam table.
3-501.16(A)
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was blocked by a cambro. A hand-washing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use.
5-205.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floors in the walk-in cooler area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. Patched repair has been made since last inspection.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The grout between tiles in dishwashing area was observed to missing or worn down. Tile observed missing near soda syrups causing water accumulation. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The walk-in cooler gaskets were observed in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Openings observed by takeout counter and wall near back door. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
64
Dec 2, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Shredded lettuce and salsa was observed held at 44-52 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Foods were placed into refrigeration and additional ice was added to cold topping bar.
3-501.16(A)
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: -Raw animal foods such as raw shelled eggs were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods such as limes in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. -Raw animal foods were not stored properly to prevent cross-contamination (raw chicken over raw beef). Except when combined as ingredients, different types of raw animal foods must be separated from each other during storage by using separate equipment or arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented.
3-302.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by droppings in storage area and drink station. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.
6-501.111
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was blocked by a cambro. A hand-washing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use.
5-205.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The walk-in cooler gaskets were observed in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher was 0 per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm. Sanitizer bottle was replaced and primed during time of inspection.
4-501.115
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the shelving under soda machine have an accumulation of old droppings. Area was cleaned and sanitized during time of inspection.
4-601.11(B)
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floors in the walk-in cooler area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The grout between tiles in dishwashing area was observed to missing or worn down. Tile observed missing near soda syrups causing water accumulation. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following has an accumulation of soil residue and food debris: -interior of kitchen hoods (especially around ansul lines) -under and around cookline equipment The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The coving by ice machine was observed in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
43
Jul 2, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: The drainage pipe for the bar hand sink was observed to be disconnected from the bottom of hand sink and draining onto floor.
5-205.15
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. FMC expired, once food safety certificate is obtained (class and test scheduled for next week), PIC to certify individual with Rhode Island certified food protection manager license. Proof of registration to be sent to inspector.
2-102.12
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The dumpster and storage areas were observed with an accumulation of old shelving, old equipment and other debris. Refuse area must be kept clean and maintained to prevent harborage conditions.
5-501.115
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor in the dishwashing area is in poor repair. The grout between tiles was observed to missing or worn down. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
74
Jun 17, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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. Establishment must sanitize all utensils and dishes at 3 bay sink. PIC placed a service call during time of inspection.
4-501.114
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: The drainage pipe for the bar hand sink was observed to be disconnected from the bottom of hand sink and draining onto floor.
5-205.15
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of insects is not controlled as evidenced by live flies at time of inspection. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.
6-501.111
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the kitchen dishwasher.
4-302.14
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. FMC expired, once food safety certificate is obtained, PIC to certify individual with Rhode Island certified food protection manager license.
2-102.12
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Various taco toppings and sides were observed held at 48-60 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Foods were placed over additional ice during time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment not durable or properly constructed
Inspector notes: Foil was observed being used as lining for prep table shelving and was observed to be flaking off of table and with an accumulation of food and other debris. Non-food contact surfaces should be smooth, durable, and easily cleanable.
4-201.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the can opener holster, and robot-coupe base, and shelving in the walk-in cooler have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: The dumpster and storage areas were observed with an accumulation of old shelving, old equipment and other debris. Refuse area must be kept clean and maintained to prevent harborage conditions.
5-501.115
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The wall in the bar area underneath fireball dispenser was observed to have a hole. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors behind equipment in back room by rear door as well as dish area and bar have an accumulation of soil residue, droppings and/or food debris. The Ansul pipe and sides of ventilation hood were observed to have grease droplets forming on equipment. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor in the dishwashing area is in poor repair. The grout between tiles was observed to missing or worn down. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected
Inspector notes: Protective shielding is not provided for the lights in the dishwashing area. Light bulbs must be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.
6-202.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Titos Cantina last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Titos Cantina on file is from Dec 16, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Titos Cantina?
Across the inspection record, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean has been cited 11 times, more than any other issue at Titos Cantina.
How does Titos Cantina compare to other restaurants in Middletown?
Titos Cantina most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Middletown average of 80.
Has Titos Cantina's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Titos Cantina have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around six violations compared to about eight previously.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Titos Cantina means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Titos Cantina inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Titos Cantina is inspected around three times per year on average.
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