Coffee Plus Vf No 54
Last inspected: Sep 4, 2025
67
Score
The health department has logged three inspections at Coffee Plus Vf No 54, the earliest from 2024. On Sep 4, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around six violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “food separated and protected”, which has been cited two times.
Restaurants in Providence average 80, so Coffee Plus Vf No 54 trails the local norm. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 4, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 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 (vegetables, beverages) 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
Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered.
5-501.113
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the prep unit (under hood) have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Wet wiping cloths are not stored in a chemical sanitizer between uses. Wet wiping cloths must be stored in a chemical sanitizer at the appropriate concentration. Staff placed in sanitizer during inspection.
3-304.14
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
Inspector notes: Working containers of liquid ingredients 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
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors under the bread storage area has 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
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Jul 24, 2024
Re-Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 3 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Refrigerator was observed held at 44 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 to contact for service; no potentially hazardous foods to be stored in unit until serviced.
3-501.16(A)
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The ice machine is lacking an air gap. A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed. PIC stated contractor has been scheduled.
5-402.13
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Sandwiches packaged in the food establishment are complete lacking 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. Inspector observed that many labels have been updated with full information.
3-602.11
67
Jul 16, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The ice machine is lacking an air gap (presently has an air break). A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed.
5-402.13
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Milk and cream in self-serve carafes were observed held at 48-49 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 staff, milk and cream have been in carafes for less than 4 hours. Staff placed in freezer to rapidly chill.
3-501.16(A)
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (raw whole shell eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (cheese, bacon) in the prep unit refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
3-302.11
Person in charge lacks food safety knowledge
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The Person in charge was not knowledgeable of how to set-up 3-bay sink. The person in charge must demonstrate to the health department knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, application of HACCP principles, and the requirements of this Code. Inspector worked with PIC to set-up 3-bay sink during inspection.
2-102.11
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Desserts and parfaits packaged in the food establishment are complete lacking 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. Foods without ingredients moved to behind counter for service. Labels to be updated.
3-602.11
Handwashing sign not posted
Inspector notes: Hand washing sink in the kitchen is lacking proper signage.
6-301.14
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered.
5-501.113
Employee not wearing required hair restraint
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Staff were observed not wearing hair restraints. Food employees must wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings, or nets that are worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food, clean equipment/utensils, linens, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. Staff donned caps during inspection.
2-402.11
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Boxes of single service items were observed stored on the floor in the dry storage area.
4-903.11(A)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Coffee Plus Vf No 54 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Coffee Plus Vf No 54 on file is from Sep 4, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Coffee Plus Vf No 54?
Across the inspection record, “food separated and protected” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Coffee Plus Vf No 54.
How does Coffee Plus Vf No 54 compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Coffee Plus Vf No 54 most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.
Has Coffee Plus Vf No 54's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Coffee Plus Vf No 54 have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Coffee Plus Vf No 54 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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