Aldi Food Market No 41

539 Smith Street, Providence, RI 02908

Grocery / Market

License: Cash Registers - 6 or more

Last inspected: Feb 20, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Aldi Food Market No 41 has only two inspections on file, a thin record to work from. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 20, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “non-food contact surfaces clean”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average is 80, putting Aldi Food Market No 41 squarely in typical territory. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 20, 2025

Routine

4 minor violations.

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Handwashing sign not posted

Inspector notes: Inspector observed restroom with a missing proper handwashing sign.

6-301.14

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The following non-food contact surfaces have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: -fan blades located in the meat walk-in cooler, -cooler vents in the deli open case, -retail shelves in the retail area.

4-602.13

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Inspector observed ceiling tiles in the retail area with old water stains. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors 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

Feb 20, 2024

Routine

5 minor violations.

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Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The following non-food contact surfaces observed with debris: 1.fans in the meat cooler and vents in cheese display case observed with dust. 2.food storage shelves in retail area have debris. 2

4-602.13

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: The receptacle in the restrooms is lacking a cover. A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.

5-501.17

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: Outside dumpster area observed with an accumulation of trash, litter, food debris, and/or other debris. Refuse area hall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

5-501.115

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the dumpster area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.

6-501.114

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors in walk in freezers 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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Aldi Food Market No 41 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Aldi Food Market No 41 on file is from Feb 20, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Aldi Food Market No 41?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surfaces clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Aldi Food Market No 41.

How does Aldi Food Market No 41 compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Aldi Food Market No 41 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Providence average of 80.

Has Aldi Food Market No 41's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Aldi Food Market No 41 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Aldi Food Market No 41 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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