Capri

58 De Pasquale Ave, Providence, RI 02903

Seafood

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: May 2, 2024

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Capri three times, with records going back to 2024. On May 2, 2024, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

The most recent inspection cleaned up several issues, finishing with three violations after six on the prior visit.

Across the inspection history, approved thawing methods used is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Capri scores about where you'd expect for a Providence restaurant. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

May 2, 2024

Environmental Complaint

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

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Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Vacuum packaged salmon was observed thawing in the walk-in cooler with the packaging still intact. Vacuum packaged seafood must be removed from packaging prior to thawing.

3-501.13

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Several openings observed in concrete floor in basement. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.12

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors behind dining room booths and under kitchen equipment have an accumulation of soil residue rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Feb 23, 2024

Re-Inspection

2 minor violations.

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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The spray hose at the pre-rinse station at dishmachine was observed in poor repair.

4-501.11

Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected

Inspector notes: Protective shielding is not provided for the lights by the kitchen walk-in cooler. Light bulbs must be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.

6-202.11

Feb 8, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

View 11 violations

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

Inspector notes: Various foods were observed held at 44-50 degrees Fahrenheit in 1 door 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 by the PIC.

3-501.16(A)

Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction

Inspector notes: Shellfish tags must be maintained for 90 days in chronological order and the date when the last shellfish was used from the bag must be noted on the shellfish tag. PIC informed.

3-203.12

Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Per interview of cook, corn was placed hot in the prep unit in containers greater than four inches deep. Food was moved to walk-in cooler to blast chill.

3-501.15

Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Vacuum packaged salmon was observed in prep unit with packaging still intact. Vacuum packaged seafood must be opened prior to thawing. Salmon was observed at 38 degrees Fahrenheit. Packages were opened during time of inspection.

3-501.13

Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dish machine in the kitchen and bar.

4-302.13

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: The receptacle in the employee toilet room is lacking a cover. A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.

5-501.17

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The floor tiles on the cookline were observed in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Boxes of food were observed stored on the floor in the walk-in freezer. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

3-305.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The following was observed in poor repair: -faucet base at handsink in kitchen -spray hose at pre-rinse station at dishmachine

4-501.11

Equipment not durable or properly constructed

Inspector notes: Non-food grade containers were used to store spice mix. PIC informed.

4-201.11

Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected

6-202.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Capri last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Capri on file is from May 2, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Capri?

Across the inspection record, approved thawing methods used has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Capri.

How does Capri compare to other restaurants in Providence?

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

Has Capri's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Capri have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around three violations compared to about six previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Capri 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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