Cafe De Flore
Last inspected: Sep 25, 2025
70
Score
Inspectors have visited Cafe De Flore six times, with records going back to 2023. On Sep 25, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
The trend has not been favorable, with the count rising from six to seven between inspections.
Looking across the full record, personal cleanliness is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
By comparison, the average Providence facility scores 80, putting Cafe De Flore on the weaker side. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 25, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: An employee was observed touching ready to eat food (coffee bean garnish) with bare hands. Food employees must not touch exposed, ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and shall use suitable utensils such as deli tissue, spatulas, single use gloves, or dispensing equipment. PIC informed, staff ceased practice.
3-301.11
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Cases of drink mix and a storage container with flour were observed stored on the floor in the basement storage areas. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Single service items were observed stored on the floor in the basement storage area
4-903.11(A)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of the sink support in the bar area. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material.
4-101.17
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces (protective guard) of the stand mixer have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
70
Sep 22, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 9 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (stand mixer) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Staff cleaned and sanitized during inspection.
4-601.11(A)
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. Inspector provided RIDOH guidance.
2-501.11
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(A)
Handwashing sign not posted
Inspector notes: The hand wash sink in the restroom is lacking proper signage.
6-301.14
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Staff were observed washing dishes in the bar hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing. PIC informed.
6-301.13
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Cases of fryer oil were observed stored on the floor in the basement. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Single service items were observed stored on the floor in the basement storage area. PIC placed on shelving during inspection.
4-903.11(A)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of the sink support in the bar area. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material.
4-101.17
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The cheese/dairy low boy in the basement was in poor repair, observed with an ambient temperature of 45 degrees. Foods requiring refrigeration were moved to other units.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the dairy low boy have an accumulation of flour debris. Staff cleaned during inspection.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The caulking on the hand wash sink in the bar area has an accumulation of black residue. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
52
Sep 20, 2024
Environmental Complaint
2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of pink biofilm. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice machine taken out of service to be cleaned and sanitize.
4-601.11(A)
No soap available at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the service area. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Additional soap was not available at the time of inspection.
6-301.11
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. Cook who arrived after start of inspection told inspector that their certification has expired and needs to renew. No other staff present are certified.
2-102.12
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was blocked by a bucket, small dustpan, and personal belongings. A hand-washing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use. Staff removed during inspection.
6-301.13
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Several openings were observed in the basement ceiling directly over refrigeration/freezer equipment that is presently used to store food and beverages. Ceilings must be enclosed to protect food and equipment from contamination.
6-201.16
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Employees' clothing or other personal belongings were observed stored in the kitchen hand sink and on a shelf in the kitchen. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be used for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and other possessions.
6-305.11
67
Apr 11, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as milk and cheese) in the lowboy refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
3-302.11
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Per interview of staff, shredded chicken was placed hot in the refrigerator in containers greater than four inches deep temping at 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Per interview of staff, food was delivered about 10 AM. Food was placed onto sheet pans and placed into freezer to blast chill.
4-301.11
78
Mar 27, 2024
Routine
4 critical violations. 6 major violations. 4 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
View 14 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as raw chicken) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as pastries and vegetables) in the reach-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
3-302.11
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer) 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
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Sliced chicken and shredded chicken, which was prepared in advance, was not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Foods were voluntarily disposed of.
3-501.14
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Various foods were observed held at 45-56 degrees Fahrenheit in the homestyle refrigerator. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Foods that were out of temperature for an unknown amount of time were voluntarily disposed of.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: There is insufficient refrigeration equipment/capacity to maintain a temperature of 41 degrees or below. Additional refrigeration required.
4-301.11
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: No person certified in food safety was present as needed at the time of inspection.
2-103.11
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: The Person in charge did not assure compliance with critical code requirements.
2-103.11
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Allergen advisory statement lacking on menus and/ or at order point.
2-103.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink behind the front service line. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.
5-205.11
Proper cooling time and temperatures
Inspector notes: The establishment is lacking a thermometer to test food temperatures. Food temperature measuring devices shall be provided and be readily accessible for checking cooking, cooling, reheating, and hot/cold holding temperatures of time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods.
4-203.11
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Staff failed to sanitize equipment and utensils after washing and rinsing them. After being cleaned, equipment and utensils must be sanitized in the 3-bay-sink or dishwasher. 3 bay sink was set up during time of inspection.
4-501.115
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
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Leak observed at ice machine in basement. Equipment to be in good repair and proper adjustment.
4-501.11
Refuse not removed at sufficient frequency
Inspector notes: Dumpsters were observed overflowing. More frequent disposal pickups required.
5-502.11
25
Nov 30, 2023
Opening
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Mop sink observed leaking.
5-205.15
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: The door to the toilet room is not self-closing.
6-501.19
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cafe De Flore last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cafe De Flore on file is from Sep 25, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cafe De Flore?
Across the inspection record, personal cleanliness has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Cafe De Flore.
How does Cafe De Flore compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Cafe De Flore most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.
Has Cafe De Flore's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Cafe De Flore have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about six per visit to around seven more recently.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Cafe De Flore 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 Cafe De Flore inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cafe De Flore is inspected around three times per year on average.
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