Bagel Express on Broadway

262 Broadway, Providence, RI 02903

Café / Breakfast

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Jun 8, 2023

Score

Low Risk

The inspection history at Bagel Express on Broadway is still short, with only two visits logged. The newest entry in the record is dated Jun 8, 2023. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. The file hasn't been updated since Jun 8, 2023, so take the current picture with that in mind.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly 15 violations before.

“Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Restaurants in Providence average 80, so Bagel Express on Broadway is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jun 8, 2023

Re-Inspection

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

Inspector notes: The wall by the slicer in the upstairs kitchen are constructed of dry wall. This material is not durable. Materials for wall surfaces shall be smooth durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.

6-101.11

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

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

6-501.19

May 25, 2023

Routine

3 critical violations. 8 major violations. 4 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.

View 15 violations

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly

Inspector notes: Single service items and drink mixes were observed stored on the floor in the basement. Single service items and food must be 6 inches off the floor.

4-903.11(A)

Employees not reporting illness or health conditions (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: There was no evidence that employees are required to report to the person in charge information about their health (illnesses, symptoms) as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. Food employee health agreement provided to site.

2-201.11

Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Employee was observed handling money, donned gloves without washing their hands. Food employees must wash their hands before putting on gloves.

2-301.14

Live animals present in food establishment (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: A patron's dog was observed in the food establishment. Live animals may not be allowed on the premises of a food establishment.

6-501.115

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. Provided site with state guidance.

2-501.11

Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations

Inspector notes: Allergen advisory statement not present on menus or order point.

2-103.11

Insufficient number of handwashing sinks

Inspector notes: The basement does not have a hand-washing sink that is conveniently located and/or readily accessible. Hand-washing sinks must be located to allow convenient use by employees in food preparation, food dispensing, and ware-washing areas.

5-203.11

Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Deli meats and cheeses in the display case were observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.

3-501.17

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of large flies is not controlled as evidenced by large flies observed during 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

Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the 3 bay sink.

4-302.14

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Inspector notes: Hot water not available at handwashing sink in kitchen area.

5-103.11

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

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

6-101.11

Employee not wearing required hair restraint

Inspector notes: Staff were observed not wearing hair restraints. Food employees must wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings, or nets that are worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food, clean equipment/utensils, linens, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.

2-402.11

Personal cleanliness

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

6-501.19

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

Inspector notes: The wall by the slicer in the upstairs kitchen are constructed of dry wall. This material is not durable. Materials for wall surfaces shall be smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.

6-101.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bagel Express on Broadway last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bagel Express on Broadway on file is from Jun 8, 2023. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bagel Express on Broadway?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Bagel Express on Broadway.

How does Bagel Express on Broadway compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Bagel Express on Broadway most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.

Has Bagel Express on Broadway's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Bagel Express on Broadway have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly 15 earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Bagel Express on Broadway 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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