El Saoko Cafe

964 B Atwells Ave, Providence, RI 02909
Café / Breakfast
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Jul 3, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk

El Saoko Cafe has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. El Saoko Cafe was last inspected on Jul 3, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Providence restaurant scores 80. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

2
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 3, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cheese was 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
90
Nov 22, 2024
Opening
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: The door to the toilet room is not self-closing.
6-202.14
Refuse receptacles not suitable or in poor condition
Inspector notes: Establishment is lacking an outdoor receptacle or dumpster. Per interview with PIC, dumpster will be shared until dumpster is delivered.
5-501.13
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Saoko Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Saoko Cafe on file is from Jul 3, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does El Saoko Cafe compare to other restaurants in Providence?

El Saoko Cafe most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.

Has El Saoko Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Saoko Cafe have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at El Saoko Cafe means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.