Ellies

250 Westminster Street, Providence, RI 02903
Café / Breakfast
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: May 22, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Public records show three inspections at Ellies stretching back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated May 22, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

Looking across the full record, food-contact surfaces is the recurring theme, flagged one time.

The city-wide average for Providence sits at 80, putting Ellies on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
May 22, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 16, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink in the service area was in excess of 400 parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be 200 ppm. PIC diluted to proper concentration.
4-501.114
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A container of cooked beets was observed marked with a date exceeding 7 days. PIC disposed.
3-501.18
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the slicer had an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC took unit out of service to be cleaned and sanitized.
4-601.11(B)
70
Aug 16, 2024
Opening
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ellies last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ellies on file is from May 22, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ellies?

Across the inspection record, food-contact surfaces has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Ellies.

How does Ellies compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Ellies most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.

Has Ellies's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Ellies have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around zero violations compared to about two previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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