Winnapaug Country Club Restaurant
Last inspected: Sep 25, 2025
100
Score
Going back to 2023, Winnapaug Country Club Restaurant has five inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Sep 25, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around zero violations compared to roughly two violations earlier on.
The pattern that stands out is “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean”, which has been cited five times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Westerly restaurant scores 88. The record reflects steady performance over time.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 25, 2025
Reinspection for Opening
No violations found.
100
Aug 24, 2023
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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. Person in charge showed proof that he is scheduled to take the course on 8/28/23. Please email inspector proof of course completion.
2-102.12
95
Aug 1, 2023
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soup was observed held at 44 degrees Fahrenheit in the refrigerator. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Soup was placed in the freezer to rapidly cool.
3-501.16(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by rodent droppings 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, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies. Per person in charge, pest control services will be contacted.
6-501.111
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the kitchen, 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
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. Per person in charge, he has taken the course but needs to retake the test.
2-102.12
70
Jul 11, 2023
Re-Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food was observed held at 44-47 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per person in charge, food had been in the refrigerator since the day prior. Food was voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form). Refrigerator had an ambient air temperature of 47 degrees Fahrenheit during time of inspection. Refrigerator was taken out of service and must not be used until it can maintain an internal food temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Establishment must repair/replace or adjust temperature.
3-501.16(A)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food was observed held at 44-46 degrees Fahrenheit in prep unit #1. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per person in charge, food had been in the unit since the day prior. Food was voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form). The ambient air temperature of the prep unit was 44 degrees Fahrenheit during time of inspection. Prep unit #1 was taken out of service and must not be used until it can maintain an internal food temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Prep unit #1 must be repaired/replaced or adjusted.
3-501.16(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by rodent droppings 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, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies. Pest control services must be scheduled.
6-501.111
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of biofilm. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice was disposed of (see attached disposal form). Ice machine was taken out of service and must not be used until it is cleaned.
4-601.11(A)
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in the refrigeration unit(s). Cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.
4-203.12
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. The person in charge showed proof of enrollment in a food safety course for 7/18/23.
2-102.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Ice machine located in the kitchen area was not in good repair. Hardware is rusted and must be replaced. The handle on the prep unit is missing and must be replaced.
4-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors and walls throughout the facility, especially under grill area, 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
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The walk-in cooler in the kitchen area is in poor repair. Condenser is dripping. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. Food in the dripping radius was relocated during time of inspection. Walk-in cooler must be repaired.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The mop sink in the kitchen area is in poor repair. Sink has a crack and leaks. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. Mop sink must be repaired.
6-501.11
43
Jun 7, 2023
Routine
3 major violations. 8 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Sinks do not have hot water. Per person in charge, hot water will be turned on.
5-103.11
Person in charge not present
Inspector notes: Menus are lacking an allergy statement notifying customers of their obligation to notify staff if they have a food allergy.
2-101.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of biofilm. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice was disposed at time of inspection. The person in charge purchased bagged ice during time of inspection. Ice machine must not be used until it is cleaned.
4-601.11(A)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
Inspector notes: The ice scoop is stored on an unclean surface (top of the ice machine) between uses. During pauses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location.
3-304.12
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: The receptacle in the women's toilet room is lacking a cover. A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.
5-501.17
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The woman's toilet is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. Establishment has two additional toilets in the women's restroom that are in good repair. Establishment placed an out of order sign on the toilet during time of inspection. Toilet must be repaired.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The ceiling tiles in the kitchen area are in poor repair. Water marks were observed on several tiles and several ceiling tiles were missing. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The perimeter of the walk-in cooler and vent above the dishwasher have exposed insulation. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
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
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. Please email inspector proof of enrollment in a food safety course.
2-102.12
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the kitchen, 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
50
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Winnapaug Country Club Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Winnapaug Country Club Restaurant on file is from Sep 25, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Winnapaug Country Club Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Winnapaug Country Club Restaurant.
How does Winnapaug Country Club Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Westerly?
Winnapaug Country Club Restaurant most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Westerly average of 88.
Has Winnapaug Country Club Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Winnapaug Country Club Restaurant have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Winnapaug Country Club Restaurant 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 Winnapaug Country Club Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Winnapaug Country Club Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.
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