Chen Garden

995B Pontiac Ave., Cranston, RI 02920

Chinese

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for Chen Garden. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 22, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things are looking better: the most recent inspection turned up two violations, compared to three violations previously.

By comparison, the average Cranston facility scores 88, putting Chen Garden on the weaker side. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 22, 2026

Routine

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

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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as chicken) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as broccoli) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. Food was relocated to proper areas.

3-302.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Bowls are being used as scoops in containers of food and dry ingredients. Utensils used to dispense non-time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods such as sugar and flour must be stored in the food item with their handles above the top of the food within the container.

3-304.12

Aug 27, 2024

Routine

3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Containers are being used as scoops in containers of food in the single door refrigerator. Containers removed from foods to be replaced with scoops w/ handles.

3-304.12

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the hood ventilation systems has an accumulation of dust and other debris. The hood ventilation system must be cleaned as often as necessary.

4-602.13

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors under and behind the cooking equipment 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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chen Garden last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chen Garden on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Chen Garden compare to other restaurants in Cranston?

Chen Garden most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Cranston average of 88.

Has Chen Garden's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Chen Garden 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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