Great Taste

3450 Mendon Rd No F, Cumberland, RI 02864

Chinese

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Great Taste has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. On Jan 14, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “proper date marking and disposition” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Compared to other Cumberland restaurants (averaging 88), there's room to close the gap. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 14, 2026

Routine

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

View 4 violations

Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food items prepared in the establishment 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.

3-501.17

Nonfood-contact surfaces have cracks, ledges, or crevices

Inspector notes: The construction of the hot hold top is constructed of absorbent material. 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.

4-202.16

Nonfood-contact surfaces have cracks, ledges, or crevices

Inspector notes: The bottom shelf of the prep tables located in the kitchen area are not in good repair. Tables must be repaired or replaced.

4-202.16

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

Nov 19, 2024

Routine

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

View 4 violations

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. Except when combined as ingredients, different types of raw animal foods must be separated from each other during storage by using separate equipment or arrranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented.

3-302.11

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was blocked by a mixer. A hand-washing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use.

5-205.11

Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food items prepared in advance was 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.

3-501.17

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The handle on the rice hot hold unit was observed not in good repair. Equipment must be maintained in good repair.

4-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Great Taste last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Great Taste on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Great Taste?

Across the inspection record, “proper date marking and disposition” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Great Taste.

How does Great Taste compare to other restaurants in Cumberland?

Great Taste most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Cumberland average of 88.

Has Great Taste's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Great Taste have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Great Taste 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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