Gong Cha

1 Providence Place No 5400, Providence, RI 02903
Café / Breakfast
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Oct 20, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. The latest inspection on file is from Oct 20, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about three violations before that.

The city-wide average for Providence sits at 80, putting Gong Cha on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

2
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 20, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: The door to the toilet room is not self-closing. PIC stated closing mechanism had fallen from door, PIC to schedule handyman for replacement.
6-501.19
95
Sep 25, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels. Staff provided during inspection.
6-301.12
No soap available at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the service area. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.
6-301.11
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. Inspector provided application during inspection.
2-102.12
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Gong Cha last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Gong Cha on file is from Oct 20, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Gong Cha compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Gong Cha most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.

Has Gong Cha's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Gong Cha have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Gong Cha means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.