Culinary Hub of Providence

150 Empire St, Providence, RI 02906

License: Food Service (Non-Profit)

Last inspected: Apr 15, 2025

Score

High Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for Culinary Hub of Providence. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 15, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

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

The pattern that stands out is proper cold holding temperatures, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Providence average 80, so Culinary Hub of Providence trails the local norm. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 15, 2025

Routine

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

View 7 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Portioned roast beef was observed held at 42-48 degrees Fahrenheit, above the fill line in the prep unit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC removed overflow and placed in another container.

3-501.16(A)

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Ambient temperature of the coffee low boy was observed held at 48 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. All items requiring refrigeration were moved to other units.

3-501.16(A)

No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The establishment does not have a written procedure for cleaning vomit and diarrhea. Inspector provided RIDOH guidance.

2-501.11

Warewashing facilities; installed maintained, & used; test strips (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dish machines. Inspector provided during inspection.

4-302.13

Handwashing sign not posted

Inspector notes: Hand-washing sink at the bar is lacking proper signage.

6-301.14

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

Inspector notes: The ice scoop is stored on an unclean surface (top of the ice machine) between uses. During pauses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location.

3-304.12

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Ice scoop was stored in contact with ice in the coffee station ice bin. Scoop handle was removed from the ice.

3-304.12

Jan 4, 2024

Opening

2 major violations.

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Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of small flies is not controlled as evidenced by live insects observed during inspection. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.

6-501.111

Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dish machines in the front service area and in kitchen.

4-204.115

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Culinary Hub of Providence last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Culinary Hub of Providence on file is from Apr 15, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Culinary Hub of Providence?

Across the inspection record, proper cold holding temperatures has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Culinary Hub of Providence.

How does Culinary Hub of Providence compare to other restaurants in Providence?

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

Has Culinary Hub of Providence's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Culinary Hub of Providence have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about two per visit to around seven more recently.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Culinary Hub of Providence 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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