Chapines Market
Last inspected: Jan 13, 2025
50
Score
The health department has logged four inspections at Chapines Market, the earliest from 2023. On Jan 13, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around eight violations each, up from closer to five violations before.
When inspectors have written things up, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited six times.
That's lower than the typical Providence restaurant, which scores around 80. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
4
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 13, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chlorine sanitizer solution was observed in excess of 200 parts per million (ppm). A chlorine sanitizer solution applied to food contact surfaces must be between 50-100 ppm.
7-204.11
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The condensate from the drink refrigeration unit is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain. PIC informed.
5-402.13
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of flies is not controlled as evidenced by small flying insects. 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 informed.
6-501.111
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Sesame seeds and beans packaged in the food establishment are lacking labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address. PIC informed.
3-602.11
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At time of inspection, single service items were observed stored in mop sink. PIC informed.
3-307.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: At time of inspection, ambient of drink cooler was 45 degrees Fahrenheit and ambient of produce cooler was 46 degrees Fahrenheit. No TCS foods observed. Equipment must be maintained in good repair and proper adjustment.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Ceiling tiles in the retail area were observed stained brown with previous water damage. PIC informed.
4-602.13
Mops not properly air-dried after use
Inspector notes: Mops must be allowed to air dry after use. PIC informed.
6-501.16
50
Jul 31, 2023
Reinspection for Opening
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable
Inspector notes: Market shelves observed lined with cardboard. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material.
4-101.19
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floors are in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
90
Jul 20, 2023
Reinspection for Opening
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Chicken was observed held at 44 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Chicken was relocated to freezer.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (knives on the knife rack) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Knives were taken to be cleaned and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the front of the market, 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
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The meat display case was not in good repair, not holding food at 41 degrees F or below. Meat display case must be repaired, replaced, or removed from the premises.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the plastic display cases have an accumulation of dust, dirt, and other debris. The ice cream freezer has an accumulation of frost and debris. The ice cream freezer must be cleaned or removed from the premises.
4-602.13
Mops not properly air-dried after use
Inspector notes: Mops must be allowed to air dry after use.
6-501.16
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors especially beneath plastic soda racks used as dunnage racks have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
58
Jul 5, 2023
Opening
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 21 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 25 violations
Toxic materials not stored separately from food
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chemicals were stored on the same shelf with food/equipment/single service articles in the kitchen.
7-201.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of insects is not controlled as evidenced by live small flies near mop sink. 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. Oh Snap Pest Control Service last date of service 6/13/2023.
6-501.111
Food thermometer not available or accessible
Inspector notes: The establishment is lacking a thermometer to test food temperatures. Food temperature measuring devices shall be provided and be readily accessible for checking cooking, cooling, reheating, and hot/cold holding temperatures of time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods.
4-302.12
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in the front display case 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.
4-204.112
Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable
Inspector notes: Cardboard is used to line refrigerator shelves. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material.
4-101.19
Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of shelves in the kitchen area. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material.
4-101.19
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The slicer was not in good repair, impacting its ability to be cleaned and sanitized. Slicer must be removed from the establishment.
4-501.11
Utensils or thermometers not in good repair or calibrated
Inspector notes: Drain plugs are needed for the 3 bay sink.
4-502.11(A)
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: The cutting boards in the kitchen are very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.
4-501.12
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the display cases, refrigerators, knife holder have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. The ice cream chest freezer has an accumulation of frozen condensate and ice.
4-602.13
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: The dumpster area has an accumulation of litter. Dumpster area must be maintained clean.
5-501.115
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Some ceiling tiles in the market are in poor repair with stains from previous water damage. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Light bulbs in ceiling lights in the kitchen area are burned out. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Ceiling light covers have an accumulation of dead insects and soil residue. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Ceiling tiles in the kitchen have 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
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: An area of the wall in the kitchen is in poor repair, with duct taped cardboard above the chest freezer. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Mops not properly air-dried after use
Inspector notes: Mops must be allowed to air dry after use.
6-501.16
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the kitchen area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Employees' clothing or other personal belongings were observed stored in a business storage area. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be used for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and other possessions.
6-305.11
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Dry beans and produce packaged in the food establishment are lacking labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address.
3-602.12
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the market, 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
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
Inspector notes: Knives are stored inside an unclean knife holder between uses. During pauses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location.
3-304.12
Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage
Inspector notes: Water observed in stacked meat trays. Equipment and utensils must be air dried after cleaning and sanitizing.
4-901.11
Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage
Inspector notes: Water observed in stacked meat trays. Equipment and utensils must be air dried after cleaning and sanitizing.
4-901.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chapines Market last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chapines Market on file is from Jan 13, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chapines Market?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Chapines Market.
How does Chapines Market compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Chapines Market most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.
Has Chapines Market's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Chapines Market have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Chapines Market means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Chapines Market inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chapines Market is inspected around three times per year on average.
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