Academy Market

524 Academy Ave, Providence, RI 02908

Grocery / Market

License: Cash Registers - 1-2

Last inspected: Oct 29, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for Academy Market. The most recent visit was on Oct 29, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly five violations earlier on.

Compared to the broader Providence restaurant scene, where the average is 80, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Oct 29, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Inspector observed heavy leaf litter accumulation around establishment and refuse area. Area to be maintained clean.

6-501.12

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Inspector notes: The condensate from the walk-in refrigeration unit is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.

5-403.12

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: The door to the toilet room is not self-closing.

6-501.19

May 1, 2025

Opening

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

View 5 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as hotdogs) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. PIC moved eggs.

3-302.11

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sinks near the 3 bay sink and bathroom were lacking paper towels. PIC added paper towels.

6-301.12

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the retail cooler shelves have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-602.13

Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Inspector observed an accumulation of trash, cardboard, equipment, and other debris. Area to be maintained clean. PIC cleaned up area.

5-501.115

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The walls and ceiling in the back storage area is in poor repair (observed holes). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Academy Market last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Academy Market on file is from Oct 29, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Academy Market compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Academy Market most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.

Has Academy Market's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Academy Market have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Academy Market 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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