Cafe Nuovo

1 Citizens Plaza, Providence, RI 02903

American

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records currently show only one inspection for Cafe Nuovo. The most recent visit was on Jan 28, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

The city-wide average for Providence sits at 80, putting Cafe Nuovo on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 28, 2026

Re-Inspection

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Warewashing facilities; installed maintained, & used; test strips

Inspector notes: The auto-dispenser for quaternary ammonium was in poor repair, not dispensing sanitizer at the proper concentration. Technician has been notified, awaiting part. Staff are manually filling and testing sanitizer until repair.

4-204.117

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Cases of meat were observed stored on the floor in the basement walk-in. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor. PIC stated racks have been ordered.

3-305.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cafe Nuovo last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cafe Nuovo on file is from Jan 28, 2026. The public record contains one inspection in total.

How does Cafe Nuovo compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Cafe Nuovo most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cafe Nuovo 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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