Brown Mart

112 Waterman St, Providence, RI 02906

Japanese / Sushi

License: Cash Registers - 1-2

Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Brown Mart has been inspected three times since 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 8, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

There hasn't been much movement either way: results have stayed near five violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

The city-wide average sits at 80, which Brown Mart's 64 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 8, 2026

Routine

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

View 5 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as milk and cream) in the refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food during storage.

3-302.11

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the toilet room was lacking paper towels.

6-301.12

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, & display (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Beverages were observed stored on the floor in the toilet room. Food may not be stored in a toilet room.

3-305.12

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Beverages were observed stored on the floor beside the curbed mop sink. Food must be stored in a clean dry location where it is not subject to dust or splash, and at least 6 inches above the floor.

3-305.11

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in the milk and open cooler refrigeration units. Cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.

4-204-112

Sep 16, 2024

Re-Inspection

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

View 2 violations

Thermometers provided & accurate (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in the milk refrigeration unit. Cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.

4-204.112

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Some ceiling tiles in t he market are in poor repair, with stains from previous water damage. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Sep 12, 2024

Opening

1 major violation. 6 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in the open reach-in, and the milk refrigeration unit(s). Cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.

4-204.112

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The 3 bay sink area has an accumulation of soil residue, unused items, and debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floor in the back area have an accumulation of soil residue and/or debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The area outside the back door including the stairs has an accumulation of trash and debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Employees' clothing or other personal belongings were observed stored on shelf and box behind the counter. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be used for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and other possessions.

6-305.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the two ice cream chest freezers have an accumulation of frost, ice, and debris. Equipment must be maintained clean.

4-602.13

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the coffee area such as milk and cappuccino machines, coffee maker, and single service items. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.

6-501.114

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Brown Mart last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Brown Mart on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Brown Mart?

Across the inspection record, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Brown Mart.

How does Brown Mart compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Brown Mart most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

Has Brown Mart's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Brown Mart have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around five per visit.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Brown Mart 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 Brown Mart inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Brown Mart is inspected around two times per year on average.

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