Anthonys Authentic Italian Cuisine
Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026
55
Score
Anthonys Authentic Italian Cuisine has been inspected four times since 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around nine violations per visit lately, up from roughly two violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable”, which has been cited six times.
Compared to other Providence restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 9, 2026
Routine
3 major violations. 6 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: Allergen statement is lacking on menu. Establishment is to add allergen statement to menu.
2-103.11
Required records available; molluscan shellfish identification, parasite destruction
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Molluscan Shellfish clams located in prep unit did not have the proper identification tags. Molluscan Shellstock tags must remain attached to the container in which the Molluscan Shellstock are received until the container is empty. Tag was placed with product at the time of inspection.
3-203.12
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils ice machine and slicer were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice machine was turned off and put out of order at the time of inspection. Establishment is not to use ice machine or slicer until it is properly cleaned and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
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. Establishments RICFSM has expired. Establishment is to apply for a RICFSM with RIDOH.
2-102.12(A)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Utensils were observed stored in stagnant water between uses. Utensils were re-located at the time of inspection.
3-304.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Prep unit gaskets were observed in poor repair. Gaskets must be maintained in good repair. The left basin of the 3-bay sink was observed with a leak and in poor repair. Equipment must be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The outside dumpster area was observed with an accumulation of debris. Outside refuse areas must be maintained.
5-501.115
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floor in the back storage building has an accumulation of soil residue, droppings, and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the back storage building. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
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Nov 27, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following door gaskets were observed torn and in poor repair. 1. Refrigerator 2. Bar cooler 3. Prep unit
4-501.11
95
Nov 15, 2024
Reinspection for Opening
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following door gaskets were observed in poor repair. 1. Prep unit 2. Bar cooler 3. Refrigerator (outside storage)
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: At time of inspection, ambient of bar cooler was 48 degrees Fahrenheit. PIC to not store TCS foods in unit until it reaches 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below.
4-501.11
90
Nov 14, 2024
Routine
7 major violations. 7 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
View 14 violations
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Strainer was observed in the hand-washing sink in the kitchen. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) was observed with black and brown biofilm. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (dry ingredient bins, spices, prep unit shelving) were observed with an accumulation of rodent droppings. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Beef was observed held on top of prep unit at 46 degrees Fahrenheit. Per interview with cook, beef was put out less than one hour prior. Informed PIC on proper cold hold storage, food was placed inside unit at time of inspection. Whipped cream was observed held at 48 degrees Fahrenheit. Per interview with PIC, whipped cream was put in unit less than 2 hours prior. PIC moved to another unit at time of inspection. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling.
3-501.16(A)
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Calamari was observed thawing in prep sink. 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.
3-501.13
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by high rodent activity. Inspector observed droppings in main kitchen and basement, nesting materials in basement and burrows outside (alongside building and dumpster area). 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: The Person in charge did not assure compliance with critical code requirements.
2-103.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
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
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At time of inspection, ambient of bar cooler was 48 degrees Fahrenheit. TCS foods moved. PIC to not store TCS foods in unit until it reaches 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following door gaskets were observed in poor repair. 1. Prep unit 2. Bar cooler 3. Refrigerator (outside storage)
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of rodent droppings: 1. Microwave shelving 2. Oven shelving 3. Rags (basement) 4. Dry ingredient shelving (basement & kitchen) 5. Boiler 6. Ledges (basement)
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the back storage area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors in the kitchen and basement have an accumulation of rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed missing hood panel.
4-301.14
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Anthonys Authentic Italian Cuisine last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Anthonys Authentic Italian Cuisine on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Anthonys Authentic Italian Cuisine?
Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Anthonys Authentic Italian Cuisine.
How does Anthonys Authentic Italian Cuisine compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Anthonys Authentic Italian Cuisine most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.
Has Anthonys Authentic Italian Cuisine's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Anthonys Authentic Italian Cuisine have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Anthonys Authentic Italian Cuisine 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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