Chilangos

447 Manton Avenue, Providence, RI 02909

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Aug 8, 2024

Score

Low Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for Chilangos. On Aug 8, 2024, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around 12 violations to closer to three violations per visit.

“Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Among Providence restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Aug 8, 2024

Re-Inspection

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

View 3 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 (sauce) in the refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.

3-302.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the hoods have an accumulation of grease and other debris.

4-602.13

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The walls in the following areas are constructed of wood. 1. Doorway to basement 2. Wall above prep area 3. Wall in basement - next to window This material is not durable. Materials for wall surfaces shall be smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.

6-501.11

Jul 25, 2024

Routine

3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

View 12 violations

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

Inspector notes: Several foods were observed held at 45-51 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per PIC foods were put in prep unit one hour prior, all foods were moved to another refrigerator.

3-501.16(A)

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: The condensate from the prep unit is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.

5-402.13

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

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods were not stored properly to prevent cross-contamination. Except when combined as ingredients, different types of raw animal foods must be separated from each other during storage by using separate equipment or arrranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented.

3-302.11

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of cockroaches is not controlled as evidenced by live and dead cockroaches throughout establishment. 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

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Ambient of prep unit was 51 degrees Fahrenheit. Unit was taken out of service, all foods were moved to another refrigerator.

4-501.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the hoods have an accumulation of grease and other debris.

4-602.13

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the steam table have an accumulation of grease, food residue and other debris.

4-601.11(B)

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, observed active leak in basement.

6-501.11

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

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

6-501.114

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The walls in the following areas are constructed of wood. 1. Doorway to basement 2. Wall above prep unit 3. Wall in basement next to window This material is not durable. Materials for wall surfaces shall be smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.

6-501.11

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

Inspector notes: Bowls are being used as scoops in containers of 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

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Prep unit door gaskets were observed in poor repair.

4-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chilangos last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chilangos on file is from Aug 8, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chilangos?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Chilangos.

How does Chilangos compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Chilangos most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Providence average of 80.

Has Chilangos' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Chilangos have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly 12 earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Chilangos 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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