Trattoria Romana South

71 South County Commons Way, South Kingstown, RI 02879

Italian

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Mar 20, 2025

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged three inspections at Trattoria Romana South, the earliest from 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 20, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from three violations to two.

Across the inspection history, required records available is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Among South Kingstown restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 20, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Required records available; molluscan shellfish identification, parasite destruction

Inspector notes: The maintenance of molluscan shellfish tags was observed in need of the following adjustments for proper storage... - Containers of molluscan shellfish were observed without the tags remaining with the item until empty. The tags are to remain with the shellfish until used completely and container is empty. - Molluscan shellfish tags were observed not marked with the date when last shellfish from the bag/portion were used. 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.

3-203.12

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food-contact surfaces of the following were observed to have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and/or other debris... - Ice machine - Cookline light shields Non-food-contact surfaces are to be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude the buildup of debris.

4-602.13

Feb 7, 2024

Re-Inspection

1 major violation.

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Insufficient number of handwashing sinks

Inspector notes: The Cookline is lacking a hand-washing sink that is conveniently located. Hand-washing sinks must be located to allow convenient use by employees in food preparation, food dispensing, and ware-washing areas. PIC called plumber at the time of inspection. Sink ordered. PIC to contact inspector when handwashing sink is installed.

5-203.11

Jan 25, 2024

Routine

5 major violations.

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Food thawed using improper method

Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, Reduced Oxygen Packaged Tuna was observed thawed in a cookline prep unit at 39 degrees Fahrenheit in its intact packaging. Due to the temperature observed, Reduced Oxygen Packaged Tuna was voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection.

3-501.13

Insufficient number of handwashing sinks

Inspector notes: The Cookline is lacking a hand-washing sink that is conveniently located. Hand-washing sinks must be located to allow convenient use by employees in food preparation, food dispensing, and ware-washing areas. PIC called plumber at the time of inspection. PIC to contact inspector when handwashing sink is installed.

5-203.11

Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction

Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, Shellfish tags were not maintained with the date the last shellfish was used from the bag. Shellfish tags must be maintained for 90 days in chronological order and marked with the date when the last shellfish was used from the bag must be noted on the shellfish tag.

3-203.12

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of the deli slicer (Used previous day) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. (Per kitchen staff, deli slicer is taken out of service to be properly washed/rinsed/sanitized prior to use.)

4-601.11(A)

Working containers of toxic materials not identified

Inspector notes: Working containers used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies were not marked with the common name of the chemical. Spray bottles of chemical(s) are to be marked with the common name.

7-102.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Trattoria Romana South last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Trattoria Romana South on file is from Mar 20, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Trattoria Romana South?

Across the inspection record, required records available has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Trattoria Romana South.

How does Trattoria Romana South compare to other restaurants in South Kingstown?

Trattoria Romana South most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the South Kingstown average of 87.

Has Trattoria Romana South's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Trattoria Romana South have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about three previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Trattoria Romana South means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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