Giusto Pvd

40 Exchange Street, Providence, RI 02903

Italian

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Giusto Pvd has been inspected four times since 2025. The most recent report on file is from Apr 15, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around six to closer to zero violations per visit.

“Food separated and protected” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Providence restaurant scores 80. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 15, 2026

Re-Inspection

No violations found.

100

Apr 1, 2026

Routine

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

View 6 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods were not stored properly to prevent cross-contamination. Except when combined as ingredients, different types of raw animal foods must be separated from each other during storage by using separate equipment or arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented.

3-302.11

Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Chicken broth, which was prepared in advance, was not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Disposed.

3-501.14

Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations

Inspector notes: The take-out menu does not have an allergen statement. Marking was contacted to reprint menus during inspection.

2-103.11

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils the following were observed with an accumulation of food and debris: -can opener -grater -multiple grinder parts. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. All items brought to be cleaned and sanitized.

4-601.11(A)

Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Per observation, chicken broth was placed hot in the refrigerator in containers greater than four inches deep.

4-301.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

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

4-601.11(B)

Apr 28, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.

View 5 violations

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: The drain pipe to the dumps sink on cook line was in poor repair, observed disconnected at the time of inspection. PIC made a temporary connection until maintenance could be contacted.

5-205.15

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods were not stored properly to prevent cross-contamination in the walk-in. Except when combined as ingredients, different types of raw animal foods must be separated from each other during storage by using separate equipment or arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented. PIC relocated foods during inspeciton.

3-302.11

Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations

Inspector notes: Menu board and/or order station does not have an allergen statement.

2-103.11

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

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

4-601.11(A)

Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Cleaned and sanitized containers were observed stored wet and stacked on the wire shelving. Dish washer (employed by facility management) was observed drying dishes with a cloth towel. PICs were informed.

4-901.11

Mar 5, 2025

Opening

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in the refrigeration unit(s). Cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.

4-204-112

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Giusto Pvd last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Giusto Pvd on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Giusto Pvd?

Across the inspection record, “food separated and protected” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Giusto Pvd.

How does Giusto Pvd compare to other restaurants in Providence?

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

Has Giusto Pvd's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Giusto Pvd have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Giusto Pvd 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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