Darlington Memory Lane Ii

1073 Mineral Spring Ave, North Providence, RI 02904

Healthcare Facility

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Dec 30, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Darlington Memory Lane Ii has been inspected three times since 2023. The most recent visit was on Dec 30, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

The last inspection found six violations, up from four the time before.

Food properly labeled accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to other North Providence restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Dec 30, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 6 violations

Sewage backflow not prevented

Inspector notes: The sink used for food preparation 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. An extra pipe was observed connecting the original pipe to the drain, creating an air break. Per PIC, the extra pipe will be removed.

5-402.11

Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was 0 parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be 200-300 ppm. Establishment is to have the sanitizer dispenser serviced. Quaternary ammonium was corrected to 200 ppm at the time of inspection. Per PIC, sanitizer dispenser will be serviced today.

4-501.114

Warewashing sink compartments insufficient or improperly set up (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The establishment was lacking proper drain plugs at the time of inspection. Drain plugs were obtained during inspection.

4-301.12

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Multiple floor tiles in the kitchen area are 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 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

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The 2 door reach-in #2 gasket was observed in poor repair. Gaskets must be maintained in good repair. The dish machine was observed broken/non-operational. Establishment is to have dish machine serviced. Equipment must be in good repair. Per PIC, dish machine will be serviced today.

4-501.11

Dec 31, 2024

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the storage area, 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 informed.

6-202.15

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed torn and in poor repair. PIC informed.

4-501.11

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: Per interview with PIC, mop water gets dumped outside. A service sink or a curbed cleaning facility must be used for the disposal of mop water and similar liquid waste. PIC informed.

5-203.13

Dec 27, 2023

Routine

5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 5 violations

Food storage containers not labeled with contents (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Working containers of sauces 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 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 informed.

6-202.15

Food contaminated by miscellaneous source (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed apron to be stored on back ledge of handwash sink. PIC removed.

3-307.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the refrigerator/freezer shelving to have an accumulation of food residue, and other debris. PIC informed.

4-602.13

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed the wall behind 3 bay sink area to have black and brown residue. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. PIC informed.

6-501.12

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Darlington Memory Lane Ii last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Darlington Memory Lane Ii on file is from Dec 30, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Darlington Memory Lane Ii?

Across the inspection record, food properly labeled has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Darlington Memory Lane Ii.

How does Darlington Memory Lane Ii compare to other restaurants in North Providence?

Darlington Memory Lane Ii most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the North Providence average of 81.

Has Darlington Memory Lane Ii's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Darlington Memory Lane Ii have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about four per visit to around six more recently.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Darlington Memory Lane Ii 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 Darlington Memory Lane Ii inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Darlington Memory Lane Ii is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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