El Tipico Seafood

1421 Broad Street, Providence, RI 02905

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Dec 17, 2024

Score

High Risk

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. The most recent report on file is from Dec 17, 2024. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Recent visits have flagged additional issues, ticking from one violation up to 11.

Across the inspection history, food separated and protected is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded one time.

That's lower than the typical Providence restaurant, which scores around 80. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 17, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

View 11 violations

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

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (shelled eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (produce) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.

3-302.11

Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the (chlorine ) sanitizing solution for the (3 bay sink ).

4-302.14

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

Inspector notes: (Various prepared foods ) 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

No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the counter area. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.

6-301.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: (Chest freezer ) located in the (kitchen) area was not in good repair. Hood doesn't close tightly.

4-501.11

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

Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of storage shelves in the hot holding 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

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the (steam table shelves, 2 dr reach in, and food storage shelves ) have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-602.13

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors in basement walk in cooler 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 handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Container were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.

6-301.13

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the (front and back of establishment ), is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.

6-202.16

Single-use articles reused

Inspector notes: Inspector observed food be stored in non food grade buckets and single use containers. PIC informed to cease practice.

4-502.13

Mar 18, 2024

Opening

1 minor violation.

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Nonfood-contact surfaces have cracks, ledges, or crevices

4-202.16

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Tipico Seafood last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Tipico Seafood on file is from Dec 17, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Tipico Seafood?

Across the inspection record, food separated and protected has been cited one time, more than any other issue at El Tipico Seafood.

How does El Tipico Seafood compare to other restaurants in Providence?

El Tipico Seafood most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

Has El Tipico Seafood's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at El Tipico Seafood have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about one per visit to around 11 more recently.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at El Tipico Seafood 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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