Coffee Connection
Last inspected: Jun 2, 2025
100
Score
Coffee Connection has been inspected three times since 2023. Coffee Connection was last inspected on Jun 2, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent inspections show fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest at zero versus 11 before.
When inspectors have written things up, food properly labeled has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Compared to the broader North Providence restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.
3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 2, 2025
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
May 19, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 13 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (liquid eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (blueberries, onions) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
3-302.11
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the dishwasher was 0 parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be 200-400 ppm.
4-501.114
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At time of inspection, hummus and cheese were observed with date mark of 4/28 which exceeds the 7 days. See disposal.
3-501.18
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cheese and chicken were observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.
3-501.17
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Orzo feta pasta salad and almond cranberry couscous packaged in the food establishment are lacking COMPLETE 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.
3-602.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) was observed with red biofilm. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: Establishment is lacking an allergen statement.
2-103.11
Person in charge not present
Inspector notes: No person in charge was present as needed at the time of inspection.
2-101.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Utensils were observed stored in stagnant water between uses.
3-304.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Prep Unit door gaskets were observed torn and in poor repair.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the hand wash sink have an accumulation of food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: The floor junctures throughout the kitchen do not have coving. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.
6-201.13
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
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Sep 14, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Person in charge lacks food safety knowledge
Inspector notes: There was no evidence that employees are required to report to the person in charge information about their health (illnesses, symptoms) as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food.
2-102.11(C)
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
Inspector notes: The establishment does not have a written procedure for cleaning vomit and diarrhea.
2-501.11
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Inspector observed leak under dump sink.
5-203.13
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures in the ware washing area do not have coving. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.
6-201.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Inspector observed gaskets in the prep unit is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
Inspector notes: Working containers of dry goods are not labeled with the common name of the food. Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages, such as flour, herbs, salt, sugar, and spices must be labeled with the common name of the food.
3-302.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Freezer located in the kitchen area was not in good repair.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The cutting boards in the ware washing area 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.
4-501.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine have an accumulation of red residue.
4-601.11(B)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Coffee Connection last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Coffee Connection on file is from Jun 2, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Coffee Connection?
Across the inspection record, food properly labeled has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Coffee Connection.
How does Coffee Connection compare to other restaurants in North Providence?
Coffee Connection most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the North Providence average of 81.
Has Coffee Connection's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Coffee Connection have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around zero violations compared to about 11 previously.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Coffee Connection 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 Coffee Connection inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Coffee Connection is inspected around two times per year on average.
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