Uncle Ronnies Tavern
Last inspected: Jul 16, 2025
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Score
With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The latest inspection on file is from Jul 16, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around four violations, down from roughly 16 violations earlier in the record.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “insects, rodents & animals not present”, showing up two times.
Compared to the broader Rhode Island restaurant scene, this is about average. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 16, 2025
Reinspection for Opening
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the kitchen & basement, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: The cutting boards in the 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
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. 1. Fan 2. Hoods 3. Rinse Knozle
4-602.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures in the ware-washing area do not have coving. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.
6-501.11
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Jul 15, 2025
Opening
3 critical violations. 7 major violations. 6 minor violations. 8 corrected on site.
View 16 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cheese was observed past date of disposition. Cheese was voluntarily disposed of.
3-501.18
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods were not stored properly to prevent cross-contamination. 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
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Single service items were observed stored on the floor in the basement. Single service items must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
4-903.11(A)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Molluscan Shellfish (clams) located in (walk-in cooler) did not have the proper identification tags. Molluscan Shellstock tags must remain attached to the container in which the Molluscan Shellstock are received until the container is empty.
3-202.18
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cut iceberg was observed held at 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. See disposal.
3-501.16(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cheese was observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.
3-501.17
No soap available at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink at the bar. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.
6-301.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the bar was lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Dishes and utensils were observed in the hand-washing sink at the bar. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the kitchen & basement, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Prep unit was not in good repair, ambient was 50F. PIC took unit out of service at time of inspection.
4-501.11
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: The cutting boards in the 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
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. 1. Knife rack 2. Rinse knozle 3. Flat top (sides) 4. Hoods 5. Shelving in kitchen 6. Fan (ware washing area)
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors and walls throughout the facility 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
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures in the ware washing area do not have coving. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.
6-201.13
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Uncle Ronnies Tavern last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Uncle Ronnies Tavern on file is from Jul 16, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Uncle Ronnies Tavern?
Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents & animals not present” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Uncle Ronnies Tavern.
Has Uncle Ronnies Tavern's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Uncle Ronnies Tavern have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly 16 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Uncle Ronnies Tavern 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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