University of Rhode Island (Rams Den)

Dining Services, South Kingstown, RI 02881
License: Food Service (Non-Profit)
Last inspected: Jan 27, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at University of Rhode Island (Rams Den), the earliest from 2023. The most recent visit was on Jan 27, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

The most recent inspection cleaned up several issues, finishing with three violations after five on the prior visit.

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.

Compared to the broader South Kingstown restaurant scene, where the average is 87, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 27, 2026
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, droppings were observed along walls/behind equipment and shelving in the kitchen and mainly dry storage areas. Per the PIC, daily cleaning is conducted and logged for pest control awareness. PIC is to continue frequent/daily cleaning to aid in the current pest control program.
6-501.12
95
Dec 8, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Sewage backflow not prevented
Inspector notes: The backroom ice machine and overhead ice units to the soda machines were observed to be lacking a proper air gap (currently equipped with an air break). A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed. Air breaks are to be adjusted to proper air gaps to allow for the drainpipe to end above the flood rim of the floor drains.
5-402.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by an accumulation of droppings under and behind equipment in the kitchen areas (mainly in the main kitchen/prep area and a live mouse observed trapped on a snap trap in a station/box (Mouse was disposed of immediately upon notice). 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. (Pest control currently inspects 2X weekly.)
6-501.111
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The following areas of the physical facilities were observed in need of repair/adjustment: - Smoothie area walls were observed to have holes/gaps - The dry storage area wall near the door to the mechanical room was observed to have holes/gaps at the base - The wall in the dry storage soda syrup room was observed to have an old pipe with a gap around it. - The ceiling in the dry storage room was observed to have a gap around ventilation ducts - The ceiling in the kitchen area was observed to have a hose coming through it draining into a bucket. Per the PIC, the hose is attached to a drainage system in the ceiling for rain events when water may possibly leak through. PIC is to ensure if there is any leaking water from the ceiling, any food, food prep equipment, food prep surfaces are moved to prevent possible contamination. No water leaking observed at time of inspection. (Per the PIC, the roof to the building is due for repair/replacement over summer break.) Physical facilities are to be maintained in good repair and maintained in a way to prevent possible entry of rodents and pests to aid in the current pest control program.
6-501.11
74
Nov 18, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Previously cooked/reheated Hamburgers and Sausages were observed held at 120 and 108 degrees Fahrenheit respectively on the flat top. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Food items were properly reheated for hot holding at the time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Sewage backflow not prevented
Inspector notes: The backroom ice machine and overhead ice units to the soda machines were observed to be lacking a proper air gap (currently equipped with an air break). A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed. Air breaks are to be adjusted to proper air gaps to allow for the drainpipe to end above the flood rim of the floor drains.
5-402.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by the accumulation of droppings in several areas of the food service, kitchen, and dry storage areas under/behind equipment. 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, sealing possible pest entry points, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies. Per the PIC, Pest Control currently inspects and treats for rodents 2x weekly.
6-501.111
Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, the following cooling methods were observed in need of adjustment: - Chicken wraps prepared prior to inspection were observed held in refrigeration at 49 degrees Fahrenheit in the deli food service area. Chicken sandwiches were moved to the walk-in cooler for rapid cooling at the time of inspection. - Previously prepared Felafel was observed cooling in a covered/wrapped container in refrigeration at 49 degrees Fahrenheit. The container of Felafel was moved to the blast chiller to rapidly cool at the time of inspection.
3-501.15
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A plastic container storage cover and a metal strainer were observed to be broken, cracked, and in poor repair. The lid and strainer were voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection.
4-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The following areas of the physical facilities were observed in need of repair/adjustment: - Smoothie area walls were observed to have holes/gaps - The dry storage area wall near the door to the mechanical room was observed to have holes/gaps at the base - The wall in the dry storage soda syrup room was observed to have an old pipe with a gap around it. - The ceiling in the dry storage room was observed to have a gap around ventilation ducts Physical facilities are to be maintained in good repair and maintained in a way to prevent possible entry of rodents and pests to aid in the current pest control program.
6-501.11
55
Dec 5, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: The Ice Cream/Bodega and the Silk Rhode areas are lacking a hand-washing sink. Per the PIC, the area where ice cream and smoothies are made was recently used for prepackaged items only. The change to the area for food service (ice cream and smoothies) now requires a hand sink that is located for convenient use by the employees. Hand sinks are to be installed. Per the PIC and Maintenance staff, hand sinks installation work order was placed. PIC to contact inspector when installation is completed.
5-204.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, the ceiling in the kitchen and back storage areas were observed in poor repair. Several ceiling tiles were observed to be stained with water stains, and a rain/leak catch system was observed to have a hose used to direct water into a bucket on the floor. Per the PIC, the roof does leak during rain events (no leak observed at time of re-inspection). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
86
Nov 21, 2024
Re-Inspection
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: The Ice Cream/Bodega and the Silk Rhode areas are lacking a hand-washing sink. Per the PIC, the area where ice cream and smoothies are made was recently used for prepackaged items only. The change to the area for food service (ice cream and smoothies) now requires a hand sink that is located for convenient use by the employees. Hand sinks are to be installed. Per the PIC and Maintenance staff, hand sinks installation work order was placed. PIC to contact inspector when installation is completed.
5-204.11
Improper cooling methods used
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Per interview of the PIC, cut breaded chicken was placed hot in the walk-in cooler in covered containers greater than four inches deep. Chicken was re-panned in shallow pans for rapid cooling at the time of inspection.
3-501.15
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by droppings along the walls behind the fryolator area. 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. Per the PIC, pest control currently inspects 2 times weekly. PIC is to monitor and inform pest control of any changes in rodent activity.
6-501.111
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floor and wall in the Grill Fryolator and Reach-In Cooler area was observed to have an accumulation of soil residue, food debris, and rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and to aid in the current pest control program.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, the ceiling in the kitchen and back storage areas were observed in poor repair. Several ceiling tiles were observed to be stained with water stains, and a rain/leak catch system was observed to have a hose used to direct water into a bucket on the floor. Per the PIC, the roof does leak during rain events (no leak observed at time of re-inspection). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
67
Nov 7, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Several food items were observed held in various refrigeration (Prep Unit #2, Cold Well #1, and El Tazon Cooler) at 43 to 65 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 Temperatures). Food Items observed at 45 degrees Fahrenheit or higher were voluntarily disposed of, food items observed below 45 degrees Fahrenheit or below were moved to colder refrigeration at the time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Sewage backflow not prevented
Inspector notes: The kitchen prep sinks and the ice machines were observed to be lacking a proper air gap. A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed.
5-402.11
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Shredded chicken, which was prepared previous day, was not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Shredded Chicken in the back El Tazon Cooler was observed at 47 to 54 degrees Fahrenheit. Shredded Chicken was voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection.
3-501.14
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: The Ice Cream/Bodega and the Silk Rhode areas are lacking a hand-washing sink. Per the PIC, the area where ice cream and smoothies are made was recently used for prepackaged items only. The change to the area for food service (ice cream and smoothies) now requires a hand sink that is located for convenient use by the employees. Hand sinks are to be installed. PIC to contact inspector with plan of installation and timeframe.
5-204.11
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Deli meats in the walk-in cooler were observed not marked with the date of opening for slicing. READY-TO-EAT TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD prepared and PACKAGED by a FOOD PROCESSING PLANT shall be clearly marked, at the time the original container is opened in a FOOD ESTABLISHMENT and if the FOOD is held for more than 24 hours, to indicate the date or day by which the FOOD shall be consumed on the PREMISES, sold, or discarded.
3-501.17
Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods... - Shredded Chicken was placed in the reach-in refrigerator in containers greater than four inches deep and covered with plastic wrap. - Sandwich items prepped same day were observed not stored properly for rapid cooling (stacked directly on top of each other - Prepped vegetables (Sliced Tomatoes) were observed cooling in stacked, large, covered plastic containers in the reach-in cooler. Food items set for cooling are to be cooled by arranging in the EQUIPMENT to provide maximum temperature transfer through the container walls and loosely covered, or uncovered, if protected from overhead contamination. Food items were adjusted for rapid cooling at the time of inspection.
3-501.15
Utensils or thermometers not in good repair or calibrated
Inspector notes: Slicer blades used for the food processor unit located in the kitchen area was not in good repair (Chipped/gouged). Blades are to be replaced.
4-502.11(A)
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, the ceiling in the kitchen and back storage areas were observed in poor repair. Several ceiling tiles were observed to be stained with water stains, and a rain/leak catch system was observed to have a hose used to direct water into a bucket on the floor. Per the PIC, the roof does leak during rain events. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The kitchen floor in various areas was observed to have an accumulation of soil residue and debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
41
Nov 15, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors in the dry storage area has an accumulation of rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was University of Rhode Island (Rams Den) last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at University of Rhode Island (Rams Den) on file is from Jan 27, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at University of Rhode Island (Rams Den)?

Across the inspection record, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean has been cited five times, more than any other issue at University of Rhode Island (Rams Den).

How does University of Rhode Island (Rams Den) compare to other restaurants in South Kingstown?

University of Rhode Island (Rams Den) most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the South Kingstown average of 87.

Has University of Rhode Island (Rams Den)'s inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at University of Rhode Island (Rams Den) have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around three violations compared to about five previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at University of Rhode Island (Rams Den) 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 University of Rhode Island (Rams Den) inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, University of Rhode Island (Rams Den) is inspected around three times per year on average.