CVS Pharmacy No 351

1919 Mineral Spring Avenue, North Providence, RI 02904

Grocery / Market

License: Cash Registers - 1-2

Last inspected: Jun 4, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The latest inspection on file is from Jun 4, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around one violation to closer to nine violations.

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

Restaurants in North Providence average 81, so CVS Pharmacy No 351 trails the local norm. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jun 4, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 8 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 9 violations

Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Baby formula was observed with an expired date mark of (6/1/2025). PIC disposed.

3-501.18

Food contaminated by miscellaneous source

Inspector notes: Inspector observed shelf of beverages stored against mop sink in the back storage area.

3-307.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The following non-food contact surfaces have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: -milk coolers -back storage shelves

4-602.13

Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained

Inspector notes: Inspector observed outside refuse enclosure in poor repair (broken gate).

5-501.111

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

Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained

Inspector notes: Inspector observed an accumulation of litter and other debris around the refuse area. Area to be maintained clean.

5-501.115

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors in the back storage area and under retail shelves 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

Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

Inspector notes: The wall behind mop sink is constructed of drywall. This material is not durable. Materials for wall surfaces shall be smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.

6-201.11

Handwashing sign not posted

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sinks in the bathrooms were lacking proper hand-washing signage.

6-301.14

Nov 27, 2023

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors in the back storage area 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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was CVS Pharmacy No 351 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at CVS Pharmacy No 351 on file is from Jun 4, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at CVS Pharmacy No 351?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at CVS Pharmacy No 351.

How does CVS Pharmacy No 351 compare to other restaurants in North Providence?

CVS Pharmacy No 351 most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the North Providence average of 81.

Has CVS Pharmacy No 351's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at CVS Pharmacy No 351 have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at CVS Pharmacy No 351 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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