California Taco Shop 1
Last inspected: Aug 13, 2025
90
Score
The health department has logged five inspections at California Taco Shop 1, the earliest from 2023. On Aug 13, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Recent inspections show fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest at one versus four before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been insects, rodents & animals not present, showing up two times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Providence restaurant scores 80. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 13, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Various food was observed not properly date marked after being frozen. 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. Various food products were observed past the date of disposition. Per PIC, establishment freezes food products and defrosts in walk-in cooler. Proper date marking after frozen was reviewed with staff. Proper dates added to food at the time of inspection.
3-501.17
90
Jul 30, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Ground beef and beef, which was prepared in advance, was not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Ground beef was observed at 46 DF and beef was observed between 52-59 DF. Food was voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection. Proper cooling methods reviewed with PIC.
3-501.14
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, & display
Inspector notes: Various foods were observed stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.12
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils ice machine 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. Can opener was moved to 3-bay sink at the time of inspection. Ice machine was unplugged to let ice burn, and an out of order sign was placed on machine at the time of inspection. Establishment is not to use ice machine until it is properly sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of mice 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. Establishment is to continue to work with pest control and is to have a report for inspector at the time of next inspection.
6-501.111
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
Inspector notes: Working containers used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies were not marked with the common name of the chemical. Establishment is to mark all spray bottles with the common name of chemical.
7-102.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors throughout the facility have an accumulation of soil residue, droppings, and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
55
May 14, 2024
Environmental Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector observed openings to lids on dumpster. PIC informed.
5-501.111
95
May 2, 2024
Environmental Complaint
2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Dead rodent observed outside of building near grease disposal. 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.PIC removed and disposed.
6-501.112
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered.
5-501.113
90
Aug 24, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (salsa) in the prep unit cooler. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
3-302.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of mice is not controlled as evidenced by droppings on the floor next to the grease trap. 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
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
Inspector notes: Dishes and utensils were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The floors in the ice machine room are constructed of wood which is not durable, easily cleanable, or non-absorbent. The materials for indoor floors must be durable, easily cleanable and nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.
6-101.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the dining room, 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
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection soup was observed stored on the floor in the kitchen. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Single-use articles reused
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Single service items are not being stored properly in their original protective package and/or are stored on a surface that is not clean in the kitchen area. At the time of inspection single service items were stored inverted.
4-502.13
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was California Taco Shop 1 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at California Taco Shop 1 on file is from Aug 13, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at California Taco Shop 1?
Across the inspection record, insects, rodents & animals not present has been cited two times, more than any other issue at California Taco Shop 1.
How does California Taco Shop 1 compare to other restaurants in Providence?
California Taco Shop 1 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.
Has California Taco Shop 1's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at California Taco Shop 1 have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about four previously.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at California Taco Shop 1 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 California Taco Shop 1 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, California Taco Shop 1 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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