Childrens Friend Hartford Ave

550 Hartford Ave, Providence, RI 02909
School / Childcare
License: Food Service (Non-Profit)
Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2023, Childrens Friend Hartford Ave has seven inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 17, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things have moved in the wrong direction: violation counts went from zero to one.

Proper cold holding temperatures comes up most often, recorded one time in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Providence average 80, so Childrens Friend Hartford Ave is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 17, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 17, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 27, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Milk and watermelon was observed held between 48 and 53 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 moved items to another refrigerator unit.
3-501.16(A)
Thermometers provided & accurate (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A ambient thermometer was observed not measuring an accurate ambient temperature of the 1 door refrigerator unit in the kitchen area. PIC replaced thermometer.
4-203.12
Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained
Inspector notes: An accumulation of leaf litter and debris was observed around the refuse area.
5-501.115
74
Oct 8, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 14, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 21, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 25, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Childrens Friend Hartford Ave last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Childrens Friend Hartford Ave on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Childrens Friend Hartford Ave?

Across the inspection record, proper cold holding temperatures has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Childrens Friend Hartford Ave.

How does Childrens Friend Hartford Ave compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Childrens Friend Hartford Ave most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.

Has Childrens Friend Hartford Ave's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Childrens Friend Hartford Ave have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about zero per visit to around one more recently.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Childrens Friend Hartford Ave means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Childrens Friend Hartford Ave inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Childrens Friend Hartford Ave is inspected around two times per year on average.