Don Jose Tequilas Restaurant
Last inspected: Mar 27, 2025
95
Score
The health department has logged four inspections at Don Jose Tequilas Restaurant, the earliest from 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 27, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
The latest visit found one violation, down from 10 violations the time before.
Across the inspection history, non-food contact surfaces clean is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
Among Providence restaurants, the typical score is 80; Don Jose Tequilas Restaurant is comfortably above that bar. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 27, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine have an accumulation of dirt, and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
95
Mar 13, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chicken and salsa, which was prepared in advance, was not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Disposed.
3-501.14
Improper cooling methods used
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Cooked chicken prepared the day prior was observed with a temperature of 46 degrees in a covered plastic container greater than 4 inches deep and observed with condensation on cover.
3-501.15
Equipment or utensils not clean
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. Ice machine taken out of service, ice disposed.
4-601.11(A)
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Pans of garnish/sauce were observed in direct contact with ready-to-eat food below. Pans removed.
3-307.11
67
Feb 27, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 9 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
View 15 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Birria, consommé, and borrego observed with date marks exceeding 7 days. Staff disposed.
3-501.18
No soap available at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink at the bar. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. PIC supplied.
6-301.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink at the bar was lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener, upstairs ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Items taken out of service to be cleaned and sanitized. Ice disposed.
4-601.11(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by droppings and nesting material in the dry storage unit and areas of the basement. 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
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
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served. PIC stated staff are being sent for training.
2-102.12(A)
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Working containers of liquid 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. Staff labeled during inspection.
3-302.12
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Containers of foods were observed stored on the floor in the walk-in and dry storage area. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A pan of cut onions was observed in direct contact with the food below in the prep unit. Staff relocated the onions. An open container of pork was observed in the chest freezer, PIC informed.
3-307.11
Single-use articles reused
Inspector notes: Single use containers are being re-used to store other foods.
4-502.13
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following were not in good repair: -chest freezer -prep unit gaskets.
4-501.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: -large ice machine -table top under grill -reach-in freezer -door tracks to True refrigerator.
4-601.11(B)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, & display
Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered. PIC informed.
5-501.113
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following have an accumulation of soil residue and food debris: -floors behind and under equipment -ledge at basement stairs -stairway railings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
33
May 8, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils knives and ice machine were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. Knifes were cleaned during inspection. Ice machine was taken out of service during inspection. Staff started cleaning ice machine during inspection. Ice machine must be washed and sanitized prior to use. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-602.11
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Some prepared foods in the walk-in cooler (cooked chicken, rice, pork, beans) were observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.
3-501.17
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following areas have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris: 1. Wall by fryer 2. Floor under equipment at cookline 3. Floor near grease trap The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Don Jose Tequilas Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Don Jose Tequilas Restaurant on file is from Mar 27, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Don Jose Tequilas Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, non-food contact surfaces clean has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Don Jose Tequilas Restaurant.
How does Don Jose Tequilas Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Don Jose Tequilas Restaurant most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.
Has Don Jose Tequilas Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Don Jose Tequilas Restaurant have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about 10 previously.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Don Jose Tequilas Restaurant 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 Don Jose Tequilas Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Don Jose Tequilas Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.
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