Geoffs Superlative Sandwiches on South Main

401 S Main St, Providence, RI 02903

American

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Jul 9, 2024

Score

High Risk

The inspection history at Geoffs Superlative Sandwiches on South Main is still short, with only one visit logged. The most recent report on file is from Jul 9, 2024. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

The pattern that stands out is food-contact surfaces, which has been cited one time.

By comparison, the average Providence facility scores 80, putting Geoffs Superlative Sandwiches on South Main on the weaker side. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 9, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.

View 10 violations

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The chlorine concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was in excess of 200 parts per million (ppm). The concentration of chlorine in the sanitizing solution must be between 50-100 ppm. PIC drained sink and refilled to proper concentration (50 ppm).

4-501.114

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: A leak was observed at 3-bay sink.

5-205.15

Sanitizer test kit not available (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chloring sanitizing solution for the 3-bay sink. Inspector provided some during inspection.

4-302.14

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener, ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice machine and can opener taken out of service to be cleaned and sanitized.

4-601.11(A)

No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The establishment does not have a written procedure for cleaning vomit and diarrhea. Inspector provided RIDOH guidance during inspection.

2-501.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors in the walk-in 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

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Knife and spatula observed between prep unit and table. PIC moved utensils during inspection.

3-304.12

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the prep unit gaskets and can opener base have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-601.11(B)

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Inspector notes: The condensates from the walk-in and prep unit refrigeration are draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other non-sewage liquids must drain into a drain.

5-401.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety licensed with RIDOH Center for Food Protection. FMC has expired and must re-instate.

2-102.12

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Geoffs Superlative Sandwiches on South Main last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Geoffs Superlative Sandwiches on South Main on file is from Jul 9, 2024. The public record contains one inspection in total.

What is the most common violation at Geoffs Superlative Sandwiches on South Main?

Across the inspection record, food-contact surfaces has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Geoffs Superlative Sandwiches on South Main.

How does Geoffs Superlative Sandwiches on South Main compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Geoffs Superlative Sandwiches on South Main most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Geoffs Superlative Sandwiches on South Main means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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