China Sails

65 Manton Avenue, Providence, RI 02909

Chinese

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: May 15, 2025

Score

High Risk

China Sails has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. The latest inspection on file is from May 15, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Things have moved in the wrong direction: violation counts went from seven to eight.

The pattern that stands out is physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean, which has been cited two times.

China Sails's latest score of 52 falls below the Providence average of 80. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 15, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

View 8 violations

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Inspector notes: The condensate from the walk-in refrigeration unit is draining into a hand sink. Condensate drainage and other non-sewage 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 arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented.

3-302.11

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (scoops) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.

4-601.11(A)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors and walls throughout the facility 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

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the kitchen, 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

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Pork and sauces 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

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. 1. Prep Units 2. Shelving: walk-in cooler, prep units, prep tables

4-602.13

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The hoods in the kitchen area have an accumulation of grease buildup and soil residue. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Per interview with PIC, service is scheduled for 5/27.

6-501.12

Dec 11, 2023

Routine

2 major violations. 5 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

View 7 violations

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the front kitchen area was blocked by a box, aluminum pans, and other items. A hand-washing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use.

5-205.11

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

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

6-301.12

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: A container of beef was observed stored on the floor in the walk-in freezer. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor. PIC moved to a shelf during inspection.

3-305.11

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The concentration of the sanitizer solution for the wet wiping cloths was above 100 parts per million (ppm). The required concentration for chlorine sanitizer is 50-100 ppm. PIC diluted sanitizer during inspection.

3-304.14

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the prep units, prep unit gaskets, walk-in gaskets, walk-in fans, walk-in ceilings and walls, and ventilation hoods have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-601.11(B)

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Inspector notes: The condensate from the walk-in refrigeration unit is draining into a hand sink. Condensate drainage and other non-sewage liquids must drain into a drain. PIC informed.

5-403.12

Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas

Inspector notes: 3 light bulbs were observed missing at the time of inspection.

6-303.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was China Sails last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at China Sails on file is from May 15, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at China Sails?

Across the inspection record, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean has been cited two times, more than any other issue at China Sails.

How does China Sails compare to other restaurants in Providence?

China Sails most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

Has China Sails's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at China Sails have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about seven per visit to around eight more recently.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at China Sails 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.

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