Cafe International

675 Oaklawn Avenue, Cranston, RI 02920

Café / Breakfast

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Oct 2, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records show three inspections at Cafe International stretching back to 2024. Cafe International was last inspected on Oct 2, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.

“Proper date marking and disposition” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Cafe International's latest score is in line with the Cranston average of 88. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Oct 2, 2025

Re-Inspection

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

Inspector notes: Various food items in the walk-in cooler 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

Sep 18, 2025

Environmental Complaint

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

View 4 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Various cream cheese and milk was observed held at 48-52 degrees Fahrenheit in the prep unit. The ambient of the prep unit was observed maintaining an ambient temperature of 52 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, foods were in the prep unit for 3 hours. Foods moved to walk-in cooler to rapidly cool.

3-501.16(A)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

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. Ice was voluntarily disposed of by person in charge. Ice machine taken out of service until it can be washed/rinsed/sanitized.

4-601.11(A)

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ceiling vents and the fan in the front service area was observed with an accumulation of dust and grease. The vents shall be cleaned as often as necessary to prevent the possible contamination of food.

4-602.13

Aug 22, 2024

Routine

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

View 4 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Cream cheese was observed held at 51 degrees Fahrenheit in the flip top prep unit. Cream cheese was observed to be double panned. Double panning foods in the flip top prep unit will prohibit proper airflow. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per PIC, food was placed in the unit under 4 hours prior to inspection. Food moved to walk-in to rapidly cool.

3-501.16(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of black residue. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Person in charge voluntarily disposed of ice at the time of inspection.

4-601.11(A)

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

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety with RIDOH Center for Food Protection. PIC given CFSM application at the time of inspection.

2-102.12

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cafe International last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cafe International on file is from Oct 2, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cafe International?

Across the inspection record, “proper date marking and disposition” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cafe International.

How does Cafe International compare to other restaurants in Cranston?

Cafe International most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Cranston average of 88.

Has Cafe International's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Cafe International have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cafe International 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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