Carolyn Market

757 Broad St, Providence, RI 02907

Grocery / Market

License: Cash Registers - 1-2

Last inspected: Aug 6, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for Carolyn Market. The most recent visit was on Aug 6, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around four violations compared to roughly 10 violations earlier on.

The pattern that stands out is “proper cold holding temperatures”, which has been cited two times.

Compared to other Providence restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 6, 2025

Re-Inspection

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

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

Inspector notes: (Chicken) was observed held at (50) degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling.PIC voluntarily disposed of food product.

3-501.16(A)

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was blocked by (various food product boxes ). A hand-washing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use.

6-301.13

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: (Various food product ) were observed stored on the floor in the (walk in cooler ). Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

3-305.11

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the (food prep) area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.

6-501.114

Jul 22, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

View 10 violations

Food obtained from unapproved source

Inspector notes: Per PIC, pastelitos and pastelito fillings were obtained from an unapproved source.

3-201.11

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

Inspector notes: (Various food product) was observed held at (51-58) degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling.PIC voluntarily disposed of food product.

3-501.16(A)

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels.

6-301.12

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in the (all) refrigeration unit(s). Cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.

4-203.12

Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: (Beef ) was observed thawing in 3 bay sink. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must be thawed in one of the following manners: under refrigeration (41 degrees Fahrenheit or less); completely submerged under running water; as part of the cooking process; or in the microwave if cooked immediately after thawing.

3-501.13

No soap available at handwashing sink

Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the kitchen. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.

6-301.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The (wall) in the (back kitchen) area is in poor repair.Observed a hole in wall The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Sanitizing solution for 3 bay sink in kitchen area was lacking.

4-501.115

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: (Prep unit ) located in the (front kitchen ) area was not in good repair.Ambient temperatures observed at 61DF.

4-501.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the (bandsaw ) have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-601.11(B)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Carolyn Market last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Carolyn Market on file is from Aug 6, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Carolyn Market?

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

How does Carolyn Market compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Carolyn Market most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

Has Carolyn Market's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Carolyn Market have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Carolyn Market means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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