Ebisu Restaurant

250 Warren Avenue, East Providence, RI 02914

Japanese / Sushi

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Jul 2, 2025

Score

High Risk

Ebisu Restaurant has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. The latest inspection on file is from Jul 2, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around eight violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Ebisu Restaurant's latest score of 52 falls below the East Providence average of 79. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 2, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.

View 8 violations

Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Chlorine sanitizer solution was observed in excess of 200 parts per million (ppm). A chlorine sanitizer solution applied to food contact surfaces must be between 50-100 ppm. Dishwasher was repaired during inspection with proper concentration of chlorine sanitizer.

7-204.11

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Scouring pad and food debris were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.

5-205.11

Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: ROP (vacuum packaged) crabmeat was observed thawing in the prep unit in the original packaging. Temperature of crabmeat observed at 36 degrees F. ROP seafood must be removed from packaging when thawing to allow oxygen to enter in order to protect against foodborne illness. Crabmeat was removed from packaging during inspection.

3-501.13

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in the refrigeration unit(s). All cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer inside that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.

4-203.12

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. There was no employee available at the beginning of the inspection certified in food safety management. There must be an employee certified in food safety management available during all hours of prepping/operation. Resource provided with a list of approved food safety management courses.

2-102.12(A)

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

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

Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable

Inspector notes: Individual cutting boards and the cutting board of the prep unit are very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.

4-501.12

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures in the dishwasher/3-bay sink area do not have coving. Coving has pulled away from the wall. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.

6-201.13

Jul 16, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 7 violations

No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the kitchen. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Hand washing sink was observed with a scouring pad in it. Scouring pad was removed and soap was supplied at the time of inspection.

6-301.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: 2 door sliding refrigerator was observed with duct tape on handles. Materials must me smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non- absorbent.

4-501.11

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used

Inspector notes: Beverage tubing was observed in contact with ice used for drinks at the bar. Beverage tubing and cold plate beverage cooling devices must not be in contact with stored ice.

4-204.16

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the (pots and pans, ice machine) have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-602.13

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures in the (ware washing area) do not have intact coving. Coving must be repaired. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.

6-201.13

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Hood was observed with a large amount of grease build up. Hood system must be cleaned.

4-204.11

Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable

Inspector notes: The cutting boards in the (kitchen/prep area) are very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.

4-501.12

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ebisu Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ebisu Restaurant on file is from Jul 2, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ebisu Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ebisu Restaurant.

How does Ebisu Restaurant compare to other restaurants in East Providence?

Ebisu Restaurant most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the East Providence average of 79.

Has Ebisu Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ebisu Restaurant have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Ebisu Restaurant means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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