Den Den Cafe Asian
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
67
Score
Public records show five inspections at Den Den Cafe Asian stretching back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 25, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around eight violations to closer to five violations per visit over the last few inspections.
When inspectors have written things up, “person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
Restaurants in Providence average 80, so Den Den Cafe Asian trails the local norm. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized
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 150-400 ppm.
4-501.114
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: The consumer advisory provided does not disclose the foods on the menu that are raw or undercooked.
3-603.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Aluminum wrap observed lining kitchen shelves. 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
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The concentration of the sanitizer solution for the wet wiping cloths was 500 parts per million (ppm). The required concentration for quaternary ammonia sanitizer is 150-400 ppm.
3-304.14
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The ceiling vent in the 3 bay sink area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
67
Mar 12, 2026
Environmental Complaint
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 5 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 13 violations
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
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 150-400 ppm.
4-501.114
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Pork was observed with date marks exceeding 7 days (March 1 - March 5, 2026) Disposed.
3-501.18
Person in charge not present
Inspector notes: No person in charge was present as needed at the time of inspection. Management's plan for assessing, monitoring, and controlling foodborne disease hazards is inadequate.
2-101.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Raw eggs observed held at 60-65 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw eggs must be held at 45 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Disposed.
3-501.16(A)
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: The consumer advisory provided does not disclose the foods on the menu that are raw or undercooked.
3-603.11
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
Inspector notes: Working containers used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies were not marked with the common name of the chemical.
7-102.11
Improper cooling methods used
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Pork was placed hot in the walk in cooler in containers greater than four inches deep. Pork was divided into additional containers.
3-501.15
Food thermometer not available or accessible
Inspector notes: The establishment is lacking a thermometer to test food temperatures. Food temperature measuring devices shall be provided and be readily accessible for checking cooking, cooling, reheating, and hot/cold holding temperatures of time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods.
4-302.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Pans in the dishwashing area observed not in good repair, one with melted plastic chipping off the bottom, and one very dented, impacting their ability to be cleaned and sanitized.
4-501.11
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
Inspector notes: Wet wiping cloths are not stored in a chemical sanitizer between uses. Wet wiping cloths must be stored in a chemical sanitizer at the appropriate concentration.
3-304.14
Employee not wearing required hair restraint
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Staff were observed not wearing hair restraints. Food employees must wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings, or nets that are worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food, clean equipment/utensils, linens, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.
2-402.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: One ceiling vent in the 3 bay sink area observed in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
(corrected on site)
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
32
Sep 2, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Seafood salad was observed held at 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC placed in freezer for active cooling.
3-501.16(A)
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A container was observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing. PIC removed container.
5-205.11
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Cooked meat was placed hot in the walk-in cooler in containers greater than four inches deep. PIC put meat in 2 inch containers.
3-501.15
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the front, 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
67
Aug 19, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Garlic/onion blend and vegetable tempura were observed exceeding 7 day date marking. PIC disposed of items.
3-501.18
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Batter and pooled eggs were observed held between 68-69 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC placed items on ice.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. PIC disposed of ice and took unit out of service to be washed and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Handwashing sign not posted
Inspector notes: Several hand-washing sink in the kitchen area were lacking proper hand-washing signage.
6-301.14
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the front, 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
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The cooking utensils were observed stored on an unclean surface (rags) between uses. During pauses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location. PIC removed rag and washed/sanitized items.
3-304.12
58
May 9, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
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 (200-400) ppm. PIC informed to manually mix sanitizer and test sanitizer until dispenser is repaired.
4-501.114
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Milk at barista cooler was observed held at (50) degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Food that was out of temperature for an unknown amount of time was voluntarily disposed of. Unit taken out of service to hold TCS/PHF foods during time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as beef and eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as veggies) in the walk-in refrigerator and reach-in refrigerators. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
3-302.11
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Working containers used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies were not marked with the common name of the chemical.
7-102.11
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Den Den Cafe Asian last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Den Den Cafe Asian on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Den Den Cafe Asian?
Across the inspection record, “person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Den Den Cafe Asian.
How does Den Den Cafe Asian compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Den Den Cafe Asian most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.
Has Den Den Cafe Asian's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Den Den Cafe Asian have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Den Den Cafe Asian 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 Den Den Cafe Asian inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Den Den Cafe Asian is inspected around three times per year on average.
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