Cafe, the

Student Union Lower Level, Providence, RI 02908
Café / Breakfast
License: Food Service (Non-Profit)
Last inspected: Sep 22, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk

Cafe, the appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2023. Cafe, the was last inspected on Sep 22, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “proper hot holding temperatures” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Compared to the broader Providence restaurant scene, this is about average. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 22, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: (Alfredo and Buffalo Cheese sauce) was observed held at (88-89) degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling.PIC reheated to 165 above.
3-501.16(A)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The (ceiling ) in the (kitchen ) area has an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
82
Oct 10, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 14, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Various foods were observed held at 44-49 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Disposal.
3-501.16(A)
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. PIC took out of service to be cleaned and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Rodent sighting observed during inspection. PIC informed.
6-501.111
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cafe, the last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cafe, the on file is from Sep 22, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cafe, the?

Across the inspection record, “proper hot holding temperatures” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cafe, the.

How does Cafe, the compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Cafe, the most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Providence average of 80.

Has Cafe, the's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cafe, the have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cafe, the means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Cafe, the inspected?

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