Delsesto Middle School
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
86
Score
The health department has logged eight inspections at Delsesto Middle School, the earliest from 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 9, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with violation counts hovering near four.
Insects, rodents & animals not present accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Providence restaurant scores 80. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the cafeteria, 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
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The dish machine was observed non-operational and in poor repair. Milk chest #1 was observed holding an ambient temperature of 46 DF and in poor repair. Establishment is not to store any TCS foods in unit until it is able to hold an ambient temperature of 41 DF or less. Equipment must be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Along the walls behind equipment in the kitchen area has an accumulation of soil residue, droppings, and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
86
Sep 9, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the cafeteria, 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
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following equipment was observed in poor repair -The drain stopper for the first bay of the 3-bay sink was observed being held up-right with plastic wrap -Dish machine is not working properly and is non-operational -Slicer is not working properly and is non-operational Equipment must be in good repair.
4-501.11
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The plumbing under the 3rd bay for the 3-bay sink was observed leaking into a bucket. Establishment must fix leak.
5-403.12
86
Apr 3, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: The food-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils were not sanitized. The required utensil surface temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was not achieved during the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher as evidenced by the failure of the thermolabel (temperature indicator) affixed to the surface of a utensil to turn black. PIC informed to use sanitizer in 3 bay sink to sanitize.
4-501.112
Equipment or utensils not clean
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.
4-601.11(A)
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the dish area, is not tight-fitting. Outside light was observed under door. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
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: -Mixer shield, -Utensil drawers.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The hanging dish machine detergent dispenser was observed in poor repair (leaking). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The window ledges in the kitchen area has an accumulation of soil residue and other debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
67
Oct 9, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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.
6-202.15
95
Apr 1, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
Inspector notes: One container of sour cream was observed exceeding use-by date. PIC disposed.
3-501.18
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
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.
6-501.111
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by rodent droppings within facility. 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 machine at the dish machine.
4-302.13
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment (slicer) or items were observed in the kitchen area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the can opener base have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Inspector observed a large hole along building foundation in ground, near rear entrance to kitchen. Physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.114
55
Aug 28, 2023
Re-Inspection
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Can opener was placed at 3 bay sink to be cleaned and sanitized before use.
4-601.11(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by rodent droppings on the floor behind milk coolers, the bottom of the floor mixer, on the outside of a box of sheet pan liners , and on top of canned goods on the storage rack. 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
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the base of the floor mixer have a accumulation of rodent droppings. The non-food contact surfaces of the can opener base have an accumulation of dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
78
Aug 17, 2023
Routine
3 major violations. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Food package damaged or integrity compromised
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Gnawed packages of pasta observed, along with rodent droppings observed on dinner rolls, gravy mix, dried potatoes, pasta, and canned goods (#10 cans). Pasta, dinner rolls, gravy mix, and potatoes were disposed of. All canned goods must be cleaned and sanitized before opening.
3-202.15
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener, slicer) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Can opener was taken to the 3 bay sink to be cleaned and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of mice is not controlled as evidenced by gnawed food, and droppings observed on food in storage bins & on dry storage shelves, along with shelves and dry goods in kitchen. Rodent droppings observed inside and/or on containers of plastic wrap and pan liners. Plastic wrap and pan liners were disposed of. Rodent droppings also observed on floor throughout the kitchen and behind milk units in the cafeteria. 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. Safe-Guard Pest Control, last dates of service 6/24/2023 and 7/8/2023.
6-501.111
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Gaskets on milk coolers not in good repair.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable
Inspector notes: Inside of milk coolers are lined with plastic. 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.
4-101.19
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of food containers, and kitchen shelves & counters have an accumulation of rodent droppings. The can opener base including plastic insert has an accumulation of food residue, and other debris. Milk cooler and refrigerator gaskets have an accumulation of mold and debris.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors in the kitchen and cafeteria have an accumulation of rodent droppings. The outside area near the dumpster has an accumulation of debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
61
Apr 27, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Delsesto Middle School last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Delsesto Middle School on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Delsesto Middle School?
Across the inspection record, insects, rodents & animals not present has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Delsesto Middle School.
How does Delsesto Middle School compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Delsesto Middle School most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.
Has Delsesto Middle School's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Delsesto Middle School have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around four per visit.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Delsesto Middle School means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Delsesto Middle School inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Delsesto Middle School is inspected around three times per year on average.
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