El Patron Grill and Cantina

1942 Smith St, North Providence, RI 02911

Mexican / Latin

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Aug 21, 2024

Score

High Risk

El Patron Grill and Cantina has only one inspection on file, a thin record to work from. El Patron Grill and Cantina was last inspected on Aug 21, 2024. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Compared to other North Providence restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 21, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.

View 7 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods were not stored properly to prevent cross-contamination. Except when combined as ingredients, different types of raw animal foods must be separated from each other during storage by using separate equipment or arrranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented.

3-302.11

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

Inspector notes: Basket was observed in the hand-washing sink at the bar. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.

5-205.11

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.

6-301.11

Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Beans and chicken 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

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine (bar & kitchen) were observed with a black and brown debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.

4-601.11(A)

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, dishes and utensils were stored in the mop sink.

4-903.11(A)

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. 1. Bar cooler (top shelving) 2. Prep unit (sides) 3. Hoods (grease residue)

4-601.11(B)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Patron Grill and Cantina last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Patron Grill and Cantina on file is from Aug 21, 2024. The public record contains one inspection in total.

How does El Patron Grill and Cantina compare to other restaurants in North Providence?

El Patron Grill and Cantina most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the North Providence average of 81.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at El Patron Grill and Cantina 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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