Crepe Corner
Last inspected: Jan 16, 2025
64
Score
Across the available record, Crepe Corner has three inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 16, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Performance has remained roughly level inspection to inspection, near seven violations each time.
When inspectors have written things up, insects, rodents, & animals not present has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Compared to other Cranston restaurants (averaging 88), there's room to close the gap. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 16, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Sewage backflow not prevented
Inspector notes: The sink used for food preparation is lacking an air gap (currently air break.) A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed. Air gap handout provided.
5-402.11
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
Inspector notes: Working containers of dry 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
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back, 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 & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of the base of the 3-bay sink in the downstairs area. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material.
4-101.17
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine have an accumulation of bio-film.
4-602.13
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: The floors in the basement prep area is constructed of concrete which is not durable, easily cleanable, or non-absorbent. The materials for indoor floors must be durable, easily cleanable and nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.
6-201.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors in various area have an small accumulation of rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
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Jun 6, 2023
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Backflow prevention air gap not adequate
Inspector notes: The prep sinks in the facility were observed with a direct connection to the plumbing system. The prep sinks must have an air-gap to prevent. An approved backflow prevention device is required in order to prevent backflow of a solid, liquid, or gas contaminant into the water supply at each point of use at a food establishment. - PIC has scheduled maintenance visit.
5-202.13
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair: 1) The cold faucet handle of the food prep sink on the first floor kitchen 2) The 2 door lowboy in the front service area observed maintaining an ambient of 48 degrees Fahreinehit. Item taken out of service until it can be serviced/repaired/replaced. 3) Meat gripper of slicer - PIC has scheduled maintenance for items listed.
4-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor in the kitchen and downstairs prep area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back of 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. PIC has a scheduled maintenance to repair the door.
6-202.15
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May 23, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Milk was observed held at 45 degrees Fahrenheit in a refrigeration unit maintaining an ambient of 47 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Milk not stored in unit overnight, PIC moved milk to proper refrigeration.
3-501.16(A)
Backflow prevention air gap not adequate
Inspector notes: The prep sinks in the facility were observed with a direct connection to the plumbing system. The prep sinks must have an air-gap to prevent. An approved backflow prevention device is required in order to prevent backflow of a solid, liquid, or gas contaminant into the water supply at each point of use at a food establishment.
5-202.13
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. PIC moved slicer to ware washing area.
4-601.11(A)
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Per interview, house dressing was placed hot the refrigerator in containers greater than four inches deep. PIC moved house dressing to shallow pan and into refrigeration.
3-501.15
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: Eggs are served raw or undercooked to the customer's request. A written consumer advisory (on the menu, table tent, or placard) is not provided to the consumer informing them of the significantly increased risk associated with certain vulnerable consumers eating such food in a raw or undercooked form.
3-603.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back of 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
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
Inspector notes: Scoops were observed with the handles in 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: The following were observed in poor repair: 1) The cold faucet handle of the food prep sink on the first floor kitchen 2) The 2 door lowboy in the front service area observed maintaining an ambient of 47 degrees Fahreinehit. Item taken out of service until it can be serviced/repaired/replaced. 3) The single door glass cooler in the basement observed maintaining an ambient temperature of 46 degrees Fahrenheit. 4) Meat gripper of slicer
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine has an accumulation of biofilm.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor in the kitchen and downstairs prep area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Crepe Corner last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Crepe Corner on file is from Jan 16, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Crepe Corner?
Across the inspection record, insects, rodents, & animals not present has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Crepe Corner.
How does Crepe Corner compare to other restaurants in Cranston?
Crepe Corner most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Cranston average of 88.
Has Crepe Corner's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Crepe Corner have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around seven per visit.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Crepe Corner means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Crepe Corner inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Crepe Corner is inspected around two times per year on average.
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