Bucklin Production Kitchen
Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026
74
Score
Bucklin Production Kitchen appears in inspection records 12 times, starting in 2023. Bucklin Production Kitchen was last inspected on Mar 4, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, with around four violations found each time.
The most common issue across all inspections has been physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean, showing up 12 times.
Compared to other Providence restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
12
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 4, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: Inspector observed leak under 3 bay sink (sanitizing bay).
5-402.13
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The two door fridge (ambient 73F) in the cold production side and dishwasher (stuck in fill mode) in the dish washing area were observed in poor repair. Nothing observed in 2 door fridge and establishment will use 3 bay sink to wash/sanitize. PIC has work orders in for units.
4-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors in the breakroom and cambro storage areas were observed with droppings. 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: The ceiling tiles in the breakroom/storage area and women's bathroom area is in poor repair (previous water damage and missing tiles). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
74
Sep 8, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the men's room was lacking paper towels. PIC replaced.
6-301.12
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can openers, bird bath, ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. PIC washed/sanitized can openers and bird bath, took ice machine out of service to be washed/sanitized, and disposed of ice.
4-601.11(A)
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The ceiling tiles in the backpack and breakroom storage areas are in poor repair (previous water damage). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors in the kitchen area have an accumulation of soil residue, old droppings, and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
74
Aug 27, 2025
Environmental Complaint
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of (rodents ) is not controlled as evidenced by (droppings) throughout the facility ). 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
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the (receiving area) the gate and door is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The following physical facilities observed in poor repair: 1.coving detaching and/or damage from wall in kitchen 2.hole in wall in employee break room 3.ceilings in electrical room damaged and/or missing 4.door of electrical room damaged weather strip.
6-501.11
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment, items, and/or clutter were observed in the (electrical room ) area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
78
Jun 30, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of (rodents ) is not controlled as evidenced by (droppings in the dry food storage and employee breakroom/back storage 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
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of black and pink residue. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.Unit was taken out of service to be washed and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The (walls ) in the (employee breakroom ) area is in poor repair.Observed holes. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
78
May 1, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 7 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (mixing bowl and can opener) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. PIC placed at 3 bay sink to be washed and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Outdoor refuse receptacles lack tight-fitting lids
Inspector notes: The outside dumpsters are not covered. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered.
5-501.15
Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector observed an accumulation of debris around refuse area. Area must be maintained clean.
5-501.115
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The vents above the dish machine have accumulation of soil residue and/or other 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: The ceiling tiles in the employee break/storage area is in poor repair (observed ceiling tiles with previous water damage). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the front, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Outer openings not protected against pests
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.
6-202.15
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following non-food contact surfaces have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: -can opener base, -prep table under deli slicer, -deli slicer bag.
4-602.13
64
Sep 16, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures outside the walk-in freezer do not have coving (areas missing). The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.
6-201.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The flooring to the threshold (walk-in freezer) is in poor repair. Inspector observed missing tiles and exposed concrete. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
90
Jul 1, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Plastic cup were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
6-301.13
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Utensil was observed being stored in between the wall and knife holder.
3-304.12
90
Feb 12, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) 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: Slicer located in the Kitchen area was not in good repair. Inspector observed a piece of the food grip broken off. PIC stated the slicer is not used. Equipment to be repaired or removed from establishment.
4-501.11
86
Oct 3, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Inspector observed walk-in cooler fan unit to be dripping water onto steak and cheese trays. have a dripping fan unit dripping onto steak and cheese trays. PIC disposed of products. PIC called for service.
3-101.11
Food thawed using improper method
Inspector notes: Inspector observed turkey bacon to be thawing in sink with no running water. 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. PIC COS.
3-501.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures in the kitchen (walk-in, equipment shelving) do not have coving. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following areas has an accumulation of soil residue and food debris... - Freezer fan - Freezer floor The physical facilities shall be cleaned often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Inspector observed walk-in cooler to be in poor repair and dripping water. PIC put in service ticket. All product moved from area.
6-501.11
67
Jul 12, 2023
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The ceilings in the kitchen area and walk in cooler is in poor repair(observed leakage). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. Food product protected.
6-501.11
95
Jul 6, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (cutting boards, whisk, knives) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-602.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Deli meats and dairy products was observed held at (46-50) degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Product relocated to walk in freezer and 2 dr refrigerator
3-501.16(A)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the bakers racks have an accumulation of food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The walk in cooler in the back kitchen area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
67
Apr 19, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Fanguards in the walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer were observed with an accumulation of dust and soil residue.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Several ceiling tiles in the backpack room and storage room were observed in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Several lights under hoods were observed burnt out or missing.
6-501.11
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bucklin Production Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bucklin Production Kitchen on file is from Mar 4, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bucklin Production Kitchen?
Across the inspection record, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean has been cited 12 times, more than any other issue at Bucklin Production Kitchen.
How does Bucklin Production Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Bucklin Production Kitchen most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.
Has Bucklin Production Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Bucklin Production Kitchen have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around four per visit.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Bucklin Production Kitchen 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 Bucklin Production Kitchen inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Bucklin Production Kitchen is inspected around four times per year on average.
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