Best Taste
Last inspected: Sep 24, 2025
61
Score
The health department has logged seven inspections at Best Taste, the earliest from 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 24, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near eight violations per visit.
“Insects, rodents & animals not present” comes up most often, recorded seven times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average sits at 81, which Best Taste's 61 doesn't quite reach. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 24, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods were not stored properly to prevent cross-contamination. Except when combined as ingredients, different types of raw animal foods must be separated from each other during storage by using separate equipment or arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented.
3-302.11
Warewashing sink compartments insufficient or improperly set up
Inspector notes: Establishment is lacking proper drain plugs. Establishment bought 1 proper drain plug and will buy 2 more for all bays of the 3-bay sink.
4-301.12
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of mice is not controlled as evidence by droppings throughout the establishment. 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. Establishment is to continue to work with a licensed pest control company to eliminate pests. Establishment is to clean any and all droppings with appropriate means of sanitizing.
6-501.111
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Working containers of dry ingredients are not labeled with the common name of the food. Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages, such as flour, herbs, salt, sugar, and spices must be labeled with the common name of the food. All containers were labeled at the time of inspection.
3-302.12
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
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Multiple floor tiles in the kitchen area are in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
61
Sep 16, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 7 major violations. 8 minor violations. 7 corrected on site.
View 16 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods chicken were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods chopped onions and lettuce in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. Proper food storage reviewed with PIC.
3-302.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The door screen to the outside, located in the kitchen, was observed ripped and not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-501.111
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of flies is not controlled as evidenced by live activity. The presence of mice is not controlled as evidence by droppings throughout the establishment and dead mouse in boiler room. 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. Establishment is to continue to work with a licensed pest control company to eliminate pests. Establishment is to clean any and all droppings with appropriate means of sanitizing and have pest control report for inspector at the time of next inspection.
6-501.111
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. Can opener was moved to the 3-bay sink at the time of inspection.
4-601.11(A)
Warewashing sink compartments insufficient or improperly set up
Inspector notes: The establishment is lacking proper drain plugs. Establishment is to obtain drain plugs.
4-301.12
Insects, rodents & animals not present
Inspector notes: The 3-bay sink faucet had no water available at the time of inspection. Establishment is using the spray hose to fill sinks. Establishment is to have the 3-bay sink faucet serviced.
5-103.11
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Various food was 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
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Per interview of PIC, noodles and chicken was placed hot in the refrigerator in containers greater than four inches deep. Noodles and chicken were placed on to sheet pans at the time of inspection to finish cooling. Proper cooling methods reviewed with PIC.
3-501.15
Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The chlorine concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was observed exceeding 200 parts per million (ppm). The concentration of chlorine in the sanitizing solution must be between 50-100 ppm. Chlorine concentration was fixed to 100 ppm at the time of inspection.
4-501.115
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Bean sprouts and lettuce was observed held at 65 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per PIC, bean sprouts and lettuce was taken out of cooler 1 hour prior to inspection. Food was placed into the walk-in cooler at the time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
Inspector notes: Working containers of dry ingredients are not labeled with the common name of the food. Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages, such as flour, herbs, salt, sugar, and spices must be labeled with the common name of the food.
3-302.12
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Utensils were observed stored in stagnant water between uses.
3-304.12
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Bowls are being used as scoops in containers of dry ingredients and pork. Utensils used to dispense TCS and non-time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods such as sugar and flour must be stored in the food item with their handles above the top of the food within the container.
3-304.12
Insects, rodents & animals not present
Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered.
5-501.113
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors and walls throughout the facility have an accumulation of soil residue, droppings, and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Multiple floor tiles in the kitchen area are in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
29
Jul 17, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods were not stored properly to prevent cross-contamination. Except when combined as ingredients, different types of raw animal foods must be separated from each other during storage by using separate equipment or arrranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented.
3-302.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by droppings and burrows outside. 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
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The dumpster area has an accumulation of litter, leaf litter, and debris. The dumpster area must be maintained clean to prevent harborage for pests.
5-501.115
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The grease recycling bin has an accumulation of grease and debris. The bin should be cleaned or replaced.
5-501.115
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors throughout establishment have an accumulation of rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
67
Jul 16, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 13 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (chicken) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (onions) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
3-302.11
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Several foods, which were prepared in advance, were not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Foods that were under 70 degrees Fahrenheit and made 2 hours prior were put in the freezer.
3-501.14
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Several TCS foods (see disposal form) were observed held at 46-55 degrees Fahrenheit. 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)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by droppings throughout kitchen and burrows outside. 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 lacks food safety knowledge
Inspector notes: The Person in charge did not assure compliance with critical code requirements.
2-102.11
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Eggs rolls, chicken fingers and crab rangoons 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
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. At the time of inspection, several foods were placed hot in the walk-in cooler in containers greater than four inches deep. Foods were moved to sheet pans.
3-501.15
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, ambient of walk-in cooler was at 52 degrees Fahrenheit. PIC called for service.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of dry storage shelving have an accumulation of rodent droppings.
4-602.13
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered.
5-501.115
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: The dumpster area has an accumulation of litter, leaf litter, and debris. The dumpster area must be maintained clean to prevent harborage for pests.
5-501.115
Outdoor refuse receptacles lack tight-fitting lids
Inspector notes: The grease recycling bin has an accumulation of grease and debris. The bin should be cleaned or replaced.
5-501.15
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors in the following areas have an accumulation of rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. 1. Under prep unit 2. Dry storage shelving 3. Mop sink 4. Behind wok station
6-501.12
32
May 2, 2024
Re-Inspection
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Various foods were observed stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the shelving have an accumulation of rodent droppings.
4-602.13
90
Apr 18, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cans of food items were observed adulterated by rodent droppings on lids. PIC disposed of.
3-101.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by dropppings. 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
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (peeler, knives) 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)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Various were observed stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Utensils were observed stored in stagnant water between uses.
3-304.12
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the shelving have an accumulation of rodent droppings.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following have an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. 1. Grease strap 2. Mop sink 3. Floors 4. Storage room
6-501.12
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors throughout the facility have an accumulation of droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
55
Mar 20, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 12 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Garlic was observed held at 51 degrees Fahrenheit. 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)
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods were not stored properly to prevent cross-contamination. Except when combined as ingredients, different types of raw animal foods must be separated from each other during storage by using separate equipment or arrranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented.
3-302.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the kitchen. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.
5-205.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (knives, ingredient bins) 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)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Various prepared foods 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 rodents is not controlled as evidenced by droppings. 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
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Various foods were observed stored on the floor in the kitchen and walk in cooler. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Utensils were observed stored in stagnant water between uses.
3-304.12
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. 1. 3 Bay Sink Faucet 2. Shelving 3. Prep tables 4. Prep units
4-602.13
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the hoods have an accumulation of grease and soil residue.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors and walls 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
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.
2-102.12
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Best Taste last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Best Taste on file is from Sep 24, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Best Taste?
Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents & animals not present” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Best Taste.
How does Best Taste compare to other restaurants in North Providence?
Best Taste most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the North Providence average of 81.
Has Best Taste's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Best Taste have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Best Taste means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Best Taste inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Best Taste is inspected around five times per year on average.
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