Exchange St Cafe
Last inspected: Jan 28, 2025
82
Score
Going back to 2025, Exchange St Cafe has three inspections in the public record. Exchange St Cafe was last inspected on Jan 28, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from seven violations to three.
The most common issue across all inspections has been insects, rodents, & animals not present, showing up three times.
The city-wide average sits at 87, which Exchange St Cafe's 82 doesn't quite reach. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 28, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of mice is not controlled as evidenced by droppings. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies. Establishment is to continue to clean any and all droppings under equipment and shelves using appropriate methods to clean and sanitize to monitor new activity. Establishment is to continue to work with and increase pest control as frequently as needed. Pest control report was reviewed.
6-501.111
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: The cutting boards in the prep area are very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.
4-501.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The chest freezer lid, and the 2 door reach-in gasket was not in good repair. Equipment must be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
82
Jan 22, 2025
Re-Inspection
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils slicer were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Slicer was cleaned at the time of inspection.
4-601.11(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of mice is not controlled as evidenced by droppings. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies. Establishment is to clean any and all droppings under equipment and shelves using appropriate methods to clean and sanitize to monitor new activity. Establishment is to increase pest control as frequently as needed and have a pest control report for next inspection.
6-501.111
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: The cutting boards in the prep area are very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.
4-501.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The chest freezer lid, and the 2 door reach-in gasket was not in good repair. Equipment must be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
74
Jan 13, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Meatballs were observed held at 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per PIC, meatballs were made and placed in hot hold unit 1 hour prior to inspection. Meatballs were reheated to 175 at the time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Dishes and utensils were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing. Dishes and utensils moved at the time of inspection.
5-205.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils slicer were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Slicer was cleaned at the time of inspection.
4-601.11(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Deli meat and 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. Dates were added to food at the time of inspection.
3-501.17
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of mice is not controlled as evidenced by droppings. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies. Establishment is to clean any and all droppings under equipment and shelves using appropriate methods to clean and sanitize to monitor new activity. Establishment is to increase pest control as frequently as needed and have a pest control report for next inspection.
6-501.111
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the prep unit have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Non-food contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch.
4-602.13
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: The floors and walls throughout the kitchen have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.114
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: The hood system was observed with an accumulation of debris. Hood system is to be cleaned and serviced as needed.
4-204.11
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: The cutting boards in the prep area are very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.
4-501.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The chest freezer lid, and the 2 door reach-in gasket was not in good repair. Equipment must be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Exchange St Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Exchange St Cafe on file is from Jan 28, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Exchange St Cafe?
Across the inspection record, insects, rodents, & animals not present has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Exchange St Cafe.
How does Exchange St Cafe compare to other restaurants in Pawtucket?
Exchange St Cafe most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Pawtucket average of 87.
Has Exchange St Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Exchange St Cafe have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around three violations compared to about seven previously.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Exchange St 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.
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