El Eden
Last inspected: Nov 19, 2025
78
Score
The health department has logged six inspections at El Eden, the earliest from 2024. The most recent visit was on Nov 19, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Recent visits have flagged additional issues, ticking from five violations up to nine.
The most common issue across all inspections has been proper cold holding temperatures, showing up five times.
El Eden scores about where you'd expect for a Providence restaurant. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 19, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
Sewage backflow not prevented
Inspector notes: The ice machine 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.
5-402.11
Improper cooling methods used
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Inspector observed oatmeal cooling in the walk-in cooler in a large pot greater than four inches deep. PIC placed in shallower containers.
3-501.15
78
Nov 5, 2025
Re-Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Various items were observed held between 45-60 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 in walk-in cooler for active cooling.
3-501.16(A)
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Pork, which was prepared in advance, was not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. PIC discarded.
3-501.14
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Beef and various empanadas were observed held between 114-131 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC reheated.
3-501.16(A)
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Large pieces of meat (pork w/ bone in) weighing approximately 4 lbs. were placed in the refrigerator. PIC discarded.
3-501.15
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the quat sanitizing solution for the 3 bay sink.
4-302.14
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Various food items were observed stored on the floor in the storage room. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor. PIC relocated items.
3-305.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Deli display cooler located in the service area was not in good repair (ambient temp of 45F). PIC adjusted temperature. Unit was observed at 36F after adjustement.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the prep tables/shelves have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The condensate pipe in the walk-in cooler was observed in poor repair (pipe leaking onto floor).
5-403.12
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The ice melt from the ice machine is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain and ice machine requires an airgap.
5-403.12
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the 3 bay sink area AND steam table area is covered with tiles that are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable.
6-101.11
39
Oct 27, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
View 13 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Roasted chicken and various empanadas were observed held between 85-112 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC reheated.
3-501.16(A)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Pasta salad and potato salad were 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 walk-in cooler for active cooling.
3-501.16(A)
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as raw meats and eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as produce and cooked foods) in the 1 door cooler AND walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. PIC relocated raw meats and eggs to bottom shelf.
3-302.11
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the quat sanitizing solution for the 3 bay sink.
4-302.14
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Cooked beans were observed cooling in the walk-in cooler in a very large pot. PIC split beans up in multiple hotel pans to speed up the cooling process.
3-501.15
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents are not controlled as evidenced by droppings in the dry storage area. 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
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine and meat mallet) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. PIC put meat mallet in 3 bay sink and took ice machine out of service to be washed/sanitized. PIC disposed of ice.
4-601.11(A)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Various food items were observed stored on the floor in the kitchen, walk-in, and dry storage areas. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Deli display cooler unit was observed with an ambient of 47F. PIC adjusted unit during inspection. A new ambient was observed at 37F.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the prep tables/shelves have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Warewashing facilities; installed maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: The condensate pipe in the walk-in refrigeration unit was observed in poor repair (pipe leaking into a container).
5-403.12
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: The ice melt from the ice machine is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain. Ice machine must be air gapped.
5-403.12
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the 3 bay sink area is covered with tiles that are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable.
6-101.11
32
Aug 13, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The walls and baseboards throughout the kitchen have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
95
Aug 1, 2024
Environmental Complaint
3 critical violations. 6 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Inspector observed mold on swiss cheese in the walk in cooler.PIC voluntarily disposed of food product.
3-101.11
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener and utensils) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-602.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Various food product was observed held at (46-57DF) 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 voluntarily disposed of food product.PIC removed food that was prepped and purchased 2 hr prior to inspection was moved to colder units.
3-501.16(A)
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The floors in the (warewashing area) are constructed of (concrete) which is not durable, easily cleanable, or non-absorbent. The materials for indoor floors must be durable, easily cleanable and nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.
6-101.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors(including mop sink area) and walls throughout the kitchen have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employees' clothing or other personal belongings were observed stored in the on shelves in the food storage area. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be used for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and other possessions.
6-305.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Walk in cooler located in the (kitchen) area was not in good repair. Ambient temperatures were 48Df.
4-501.11
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of (food storage shelving ) in the (kitchen) area. 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.
4-101.17
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the (food storage shelves) have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
47
Apr 23, 2024
Opening
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the food storage have an accumulation food residue and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floors in the ware washing are constructed of (concrete) which is not durable, easily cleanable, or non-absorbent. The materials for indoor floors must be durable, easily cleanable and nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.
6-501.11
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the outside refuse area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the kitchen area is covered with tiles that are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable.
6-101.11
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Eden last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Eden on file is from Nov 19, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at El Eden?
Across the inspection record, proper cold holding temperatures has been cited five times, more than any other issue at El Eden.
How does El Eden compare to other restaurants in Providence?
El Eden most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Providence average of 80.
Has El Eden's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at El Eden have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about five per visit to around nine more recently.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at El Eden 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 El Eden inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, El Eden is inspected around four times per year on average.
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