Gold Lounge & Restaurant

727 Cranston, Providence, RI 02907

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Dec 5, 2024

Score

Low Risk

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. On Dec 5, 2024, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly 14 violations earlier in the record.

“Food-contact surfaces” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Restaurants in Providence average 80, so Gold Lounge & Restaurant is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Dec 5, 2024

Reinspection for Opening

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Unit taken out of service to be washed and sanitized. PIC voluntarily disposed of ice.

4-601.11(A)

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The (ceilings and wall ) in the (kitchen ) area is in poor repair. Observed holes. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Nov 27, 2024

Opening

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.

View 14 violations

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Hose to HVAC system was observed draining into handwash sink. PIC informed.

5-205.15

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the bar was lacking paper towels.

6-301.12

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(A)

No soap available at handwashing sink

Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the bar. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.

6-301.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors in 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

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The (ceilings ) in the (back storage ) area is in poor repair. Missing ceiling tiles. The door frame in the kitchen is has exposed wood and drywall The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter were observed in the (back outside) area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.

6-501.114

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The back storage room have an accumulation of soil residue, food debris, other debris, and clutter. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures in the (kitchen) do not have coving. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.

6-201.13

Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected

Inspector notes: Protective shielding is not provided for the lights in the (kitchen ) area. Light bulbs must be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.

6-202.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: (Prep Unit ) located in the (kitchen) area was not in good repair. Ambient temperature observed at 54DF.

4-501.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Establishment is lacking sink stoppers for bar.

4-501.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the (prep tables) have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-602.13

Outdoor refuse receptacles lack tight-fitting lids

Inspector notes: The establishment is lacking an outside dumpster.

5-501.15

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Gold Lounge & Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Gold Lounge & Restaurant on file is from Dec 5, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Gold Lounge & Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Gold Lounge & Restaurant.

How does Gold Lounge & Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Gold Lounge & Restaurant most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.

Has Gold Lounge & Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Gold Lounge & Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly 14 earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Gold Lounge & Restaurant 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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