Felix Market
Last inspected: Sep 24, 2024
61
Score
The inspection history at Felix Market is still short, with only two visits logged. Felix Market was last inspected on Sep 24, 2024. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from 13 violations to six.
When inspectors have written things up, food separated and protected has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
The city-wide average sits at 80, which Felix Market's 61 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 24, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 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 (cheese) 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
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: (Empanada filling) 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
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of (flies ) is not controlled as evidenced by (live activity ). 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.
6-501.111
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Bread were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
6-301.13
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the (slicer and food storage shelves in the kitchen) have an accumulation of soil residue and other debris.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The walls in 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.
6-501.12
61
Sep 10, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 13 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (shelled eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (packages of sausages and other meats) 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
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: (Various food products ) was observed held at (48-63) degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling.PIC voluntarily disposed of food product. Unit taken out service and establishment not allowed to store any TCS foods in unit until repaired and/or replaced.
3-501.16(A)
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
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer and knives) 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: (Empenada fillings) 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
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of (rodents ) is not controlled as evidenced by (droppings throughout the establishment ). 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.
6-501.111
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors throughout the facility 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
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
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Paper utensils, bread, plastic containers were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
6-301.13
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The cutting boards in the (kitchen) 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.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: (Deli Display Cooler ) located in the (front counter area) area was not in good repair. Ambient temperatures observed at 51DF.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the (retail shelves, food storage shelves, and the deli display case interior and exterior ) have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the (food prep area ) area is covered with tiles that are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable.
6-201.16
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Felix Market last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Felix Market on file is from Sep 24, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Felix Market?
Across the inspection record, food separated and protected has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Felix Market.
How does Felix Market compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Felix Market most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.
Has Felix Market's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Felix Market have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around six violations compared to about 13 previously.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Felix Market means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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