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Ellaham Restaurant

91 Rolfe Sq, Cranston, RI 02920
Greek / Mediterranean
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026
74
Score
Medium Risk

Ellaham Restaurant appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2023. The most recent report on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Things are looking better: the most recent inspection turned up three violations, compared to six violations previously.

The pattern that stands out is consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food, which has been cited two times.

By comparison, the average Cranston facility scores 88, putting Ellaham Restaurant on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2026
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Backflow prevention air gap not adequate
Inspector notes: The food prep sink is lacking an air gap. The food prep sink shall be provided with an air gap.
5-202.13
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: Toum (garlic sauce) is made with raw egg whites. A written consumer advisory (on the menu, table tent, or placard) is not provided to the consumer informing them of the significantly increased risk associated with certain vulnerable consumers eating such food in a raw or undercooked form.
3-603.11
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.
2-102.12(A)
74
Dec 30, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 4 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 12 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Knafeh (dessert made with mozzarella cheese) observed stored on the counter, out of temperature control at the time of this inspection. Per interview of staff, knafeh were placed on the counter in room temperature 1 hour prior to this inspection. Knafeh observed at 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Proper cold holding of ready-to-eat foods reviewed. Staff moved the knafeh to the walk-in cooler during this inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Medicines stored or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employees' medicines were observed stored in the food prep area. Staff removed the medicines away from food prep areas during this inspection.
7-207.11
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. -The person that is certified in food safety has a license that has expired on 5/1/2020. Staff must renew food safety license.
2-102.12(A)
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels. Staff provided paper towels during this inspection.
6-301.12
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer, meat grinder) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Several ready-to eat foods (lamb, okra, chicken, rice) 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
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: Toum (garlic sauce) is made with raw egg whites. A written consumer advisory (on the menu, table tent, or placard) is not provided to the consumer informing them of the significantly increased risk associated with certain vulnerable consumers eating such food in a raw or undercooked form. -A consumer advisory must be provided on the menu for toum.
3-603.11
Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Lamb was observed thawing in stagnant water in the food prep sink. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must be thawed in one of the following manners: under refrigeration (41 degrees Fahrenheit or less); completely submerged under running water; as part of the cooking process; or in the microwave if cooked immediately after thawing. -Staff turned the water on to thaw under running water during this inspection.
3-501.13
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking a mop sink. At least one mop sink or one curbed cleaning facility equipped with a floor drain must be provided and conveniently located for the cleaning of mops or similar wet floor cleaning tools and for the disposal of mop water and similar liquid waste. -A mop sink shall be installed.
5-203.13
Person in charge lacks food safety knowledge
Inspector notes: Management's plan for assessing, monitoring, and controlling foodborne disease hazards is inadequate.
2-102.11(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Plumbing underneath the 3 bay sink and 2 bay sink located in the kitchen area were not in good repair. Water observed leaking from pipes. Equipment shall be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the fans in the prep station, fans in the 2 door North American refrigerator, and fans in the walk-in cooler have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. The non-food contact surfaces shall be cleaned as often as necessary to prevent buildup of residue.
4-602.13
33
Jul 5, 2023
Environmental Complaint
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ellaham Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ellaham Restaurant on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ellaham Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ellaham Restaurant.

How does Ellaham Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Cranston?

Ellaham Restaurant most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Cranston average of 88.

Has Ellaham Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Ellaham Restaurant have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around three violations compared to about six previously.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Ellaham Restaurant means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Ellaham Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ellaham Restaurant is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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