3 Amigos
Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026
64
Score
The health department has logged three inspections at 3 Amigos, the earliest from 2025. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 12, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Compared to the prior visit, inspectors found more to write up: six violations versus five before.
Across the inspection history, food separated and protected is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
3 Amigos's latest score of 64 falls below the Central Falls average of 82. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 12, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods such as raw shelled eggs and beef were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods such as vegetables in the reach-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
3-302.11
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the quaternary ammonium sanitizing solution for the 3 bay sink.
4-302.14
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Dishes, sponges, steel wool scrubs and utensils were observed in the hand-washing sinks in kitchen and basement. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
6-301.13
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of supports under sink pipes in the basement kitchen area. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material.
4-101.17
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Several floor tiles by stairwell were observed in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Establishment does not have an individual with an active Rhode Island Certified Food Safety Manager license. Once current food safety certificate is obtained. PIC to register. Application provided during time of inspection.
2-102.12(A)
64
Jan 30, 2025
Re-Inspection
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The basement back storage floor was observed with an accumulation of old rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. PIC informed.
6-501.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Establishment does not have an individual with an active Rhode Island Certified Food Safety Manager license. Per PIC, application in process of being submitted.
2-102.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of the slicer were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. Slicer taken out of service due to inability to remove parts to effectively clean and sanitize food contact surfaces.
4-501.11
86
Jan 16, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation. 4 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw chicken was observed stored above limes in the reach-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
3-302.11
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of the slicer were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Slicer must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized prior to use. Slicer taken out of service due to inability to remove parts to effectively clean and sanitize food contact surfaces.
4-602.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Dish washing aids were observed in and around the hand-washing sinks. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of cockroaches and rodents is not controlled as evidenced by live insect and rodent droppings observed during time of inspection. 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.
6-501.111
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: Allergen advisory statement is not present on menus. All menus to include a notice to customers of the customer’s obligation to inform the server about any food allergies.
2-103.11
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The establishment does not have a written procedure for cleaning vomit and diarrhea. State guidance provided during time of inspection.
2-501.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Establishment does not have an individual with an active Rhode Island Certified Food Safety Manager license. Application provided during time of inspection. PIC to apply.
2-102.12
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was 3 Amigos last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at 3 Amigos on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at 3 Amigos?
Across the inspection record, food separated and protected has been cited two times, more than any other issue at 3 Amigos.
How does 3 Amigos compare to other restaurants in Central Falls?
3 Amigos most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Central Falls average of 82.
Has 3 Amigos's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at 3 Amigos have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about five per visit to around six more recently.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at 3 Amigos means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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