Arbor Hill

153 Dean St, Providence, RI 02903

Healthcare Facility

License: Food Service (Non-Profit)

Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Arbor Hill appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2023. Arbor Hill was last inspected on Apr 7, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

The trend has been moving in the right direction: six violations last time, two this time.

The pattern that stands out is food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, which has been cited two times.

Arbor Hill's latest score is in line with the Providence average of 80. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 7, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher was 0 parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm. Inspector observed wrong chemical attached to the sanitizer line. After PIC and inspector bled line, primed sanitizer, and ran dish machine, concentration remained 0ppm. PIC called for service; technician scheduled for this evening.

4-501.114

Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained

Inspector notes: Debris and leaf litter observed behind the dumpsters.

5-501.115

May 6, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

Sanitizer test kit not available (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the dish machine. Inspector provided during inspection.

4-302.14

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

Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered. Dumpster covered during inspection.

5-501.113

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Walk-in cooler door is in poor repair; observed not closing properly and partial gasket missing.

6-501.11

May 28, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 9 violations

Plumbing not installed to prevent backflow

Inspector notes: A hose is connected to the faucet at the ware-washing area. This faucet is lacking a backflow prevention device. An approved backflow prevention device is required in order to prevent backflow of a solid, liquid, or gas contaminant into the water supply at each point of use at a food establishment.

5-203.14

Backflow prevention air gap not adequate

Inspector notes: The prep sink is lacking an air gap. A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed.

5-202.13

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.

4-601.11(A)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Walk-in cooler door gaskets were observed in poor repair.

4-501.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the fan (dish area) have an accumulation of dust and other debris.

4-602.13

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors behind three bay sink 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

Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

Inspector notes: The ceiling in the ware-washing area is covered with tiles that are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable.

6-201.11

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Single service items are not being stored properly in their original protective package in the kitchen.

4-903.11(A)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The ice machine was not in good repair, observed leak.

4-501.11

Apr 4, 2023

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Arbor Hill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Arbor Hill on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Arbor Hill?

Across the inspection record, food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Arbor Hill.

How does Arbor Hill compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Arbor Hill most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Providence average of 80.

Has Arbor Hill's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Arbor Hill have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about six previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Arbor Hill 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 Arbor Hill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Arbor Hill is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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