Garcia Mini Market
Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026
90
Score
Going back to 2024, Garcia Mini Market has five inspections in the public record. On Feb 10, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
The most recent inspection cleaned up several issues, finishing with two violations after 12 on the prior visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, showing up four times.
Restaurants in Providence average 80, so Garcia Mini Market is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 10, 2026
Re-Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The doors to the outside, located in the front retail and back kitchen, are not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the kitchen area is covered with tiles that are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable.
6-101.11
90
Jan 27, 2026
Re-Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Hands not washed when required
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employee was observed placing on gloves without washing their hands. Food employees must wash their hands before putting on gloves. Inspector notified employee and employee washed their hands.
2-301.14
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Empanadas was observed held at 115 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC reheated.
3-501.16(A)
Food thermometer not available or accessible
Inspector notes: The establishment is lacking a thermometer to test food temperatures. Food temperature measuring devices shall be provided and be readily accessible for checking cooking, cooling, reheating, and hot/cold holding temperatures of time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods.
4-302.12
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
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Ham and ham sandwiches 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. PIC placed a date during inspection.
3-501.17
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)
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The doors to the outside, located in the front and back, are not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
Inspector notes: Inspector observed frozen produce with direct contact of non-food grade plastic bags in 3 door freezer.
3-307.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Inspector observed heavy frost accumulation in 3 door freezer. PIC has a workorder in.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Slicer located in the prep area was not in good repair. Inspector observed missing prongs and cut cord. PIC took unit out of service to be repaired. Unit must be repaired and washed/sanitized prior use.
4-501.11
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the kitchen area is covered with tiles that are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable.
6-101.11
41
Jan 13, 2026
Routine
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
View 12 violations
Food obtained from unapproved source
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Inspector observed quipes from an unapproved source. PIC disposed of product.
3-201.11
Equipment material allows contamination or unsafe migration
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cardboard is used as a table liner in the empanada cooking 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. PIC disposed of cardboard.
4-101.11
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as cheese) in the deli display refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. PIC relocated eggs.
3-302.11
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. PIC took unit out of service to be washed/sanitized.
4-601.11(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
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen and bathroom were lacking paper towels. PIC refilled.
6-301.12
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(A)
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The doors to the outside, located in the front and back, are not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
Inspector notes: Inspector observed frozen produce with direct contact of non-food grade plastic bags in the 3 door freezer.
3-307.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Inspector observed wooden pestle located in the kitchen area was not in good repair (cracks). PIC disposed of item during inspection.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Inspector observed heavy frost accumulation in 3 door freezer. PIC has a workorder in.
4-501.11
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the kitchen area is covered with tiles that are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable.
6-101.11
35
Jan 19, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (vegetables) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. PIC moved eggs during inspection.
3-302.11
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
82
Jan 3, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (whole shell eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (vegetables) in the produce cooler. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. PIC informed.
3-302.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Staff failed to sanitize equipment and utensils after washing and rinsing them. Per interview with staff, they do not have sanitizer in the establishment during the time of inspection. After being cleaned, equipment and utensils must be sanitized in the 3-bay-sink or dishwasher.
4-601.11(A)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site Certified Food Protection Manager registered with RIDOH.
2-102.12
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: The door to the toilet room is not self-closing.
6-501.19
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floor under shelving behind the check-out area has an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Garcia Mini Market last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Garcia Mini Market on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Garcia Mini Market?
Across the inspection record, food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Garcia Mini Market.
How does Garcia Mini Market compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Garcia Mini Market most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.
Has Garcia Mini Market's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Garcia Mini Market have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about 12 previously.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Garcia Mini Market means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Garcia Mini Market inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Garcia Mini Market is inspected around two times per year on average.
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