Wes' Rib House

38 Dike Street, Providence, RI 02909

American

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Jul 24, 2025

Score

High Risk

Wes' Rib House has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. The most recent report on file is from Jul 24, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around eight violations per visit versus roughly zero violations earlier in the record.

Restaurants in Providence average 80, so Wes' Rib House trails the local norm. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 24, 2025

Routine

5 major violations. 3 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.

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Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Dishes, utensils, and sanitizer buckets were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing. Items were removed at the time of inspection. The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels. Hand washing sinks must be supplied with paper towels.

5-205.11

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils ice machine, and can opener were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice was voluntarily disposed of and can opener was moved to 3-bay sink at the time of inspection. Establishment is not to use ice machine until it is properly cleaned and sanitized.

4-601.11(A)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

Inspector notes: Various food 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

Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Hamburgers are served raw or undercooked to the customer's request. A written consumer advisory (on the menu, table tent, or placard) is not provided to the consumer informing them of the significantly increased risk associated with certain vulnerable consumers eating such food in a raw or undercooked form. Burgers were marked on menu at the time of inspection.

3-603.11

Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Chicken was observed thawing on the counter. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must be thawed in one of the following manners: under refrigeration (41 degrees Fahrenheit or less); completely submerged under running water; as part of the cooking process; or in the microwave if cooked immediately after thawing. Chicken was placed under running water to finish thawing at the time of inspection.

3-501.13

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Inspector notes: The condensate from the prep unit is draining into a container underneath the unit. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.

5-403.12

Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained

Inspector notes: The oil disposal area was observed with an accumulation of debris. The oil disposal area must be maintained.

5-501.115

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: The hood system was observed with an accumulation of grease build up. Hoods systems must be maintained.

4-204.11

Feb 24, 2025

Opening

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wes' Rib House last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wes' Rib House on file is from Jul 24, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Wes' Rib House compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Wes' Rib House most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

Has Wes' Rib House's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Wes' Rib House have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Wes' Rib House 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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