Holy Ghost Beneficial Brotherhood of Ri

51 North Phillips Street, East Providence, RI 02914
License: Seats - 50 or More
Last inspected: Feb 2, 2026
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Score
High Risk

The health department has logged three inspections at Holy Ghost Beneficial Brotherhood of Ri, the earliest from 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 2, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around six violations to closer to nine violations.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, & display”, showing up three times.

That's lower than the typical East Providence restaurant, which scores around 79. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 2, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Foods on the hot buffet line observed held at 130 - 132 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Foods were reheated to 165 degrees F and additional sterno units were put in place to maintain proper temperatures.
3-501.16(A)
Required records available; molluscan shellfish identification, parasite destruction (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Clams in the front walk-in cooler were lacking shellfish tag. Molluscan shellfish tags must be maintained for 90 days in chronological order and the date when the last shellfish was used from the bag must be noted on the shellfish tag.
3-203.12
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: Menu is lacking an allergen statement.
2-103.11
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: Foods are served raw or undercooked to the customer's request. A written consumer advisory (on the menu, table tent, or placard) is not provided to the consumer informing them of the significantly increased risk associated with certain vulnerable consumers eating such food in a raw or undercooked form.
3-603.11
Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: ROP seafood observed thawing in the walk-in cooler with packaging intact. ROP seafood must be removed from packaging prior to thawing to allow oxygen to enter product. Seafood was observed at 37 degrees F and was removed from packaging during inspection.
3-501.13
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served. Employee(s) are to register in and successfully complete an approved course in food safety management. One employee must then register with RIDOH Center for Food Protection as the Certified Food Safety Manager. During inspection employee registered in a food safety management course.
2-102.12(A)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Onions were observed stored on the floor. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: A section of the ceiling in front of the front walk-in cooler is lacking a ceiling tile. Ceiling tile that is smooth, durable, and easily cleanable must be installed.
6-101.11
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Ventilation hood observed with grease build-up. Ventilation must be cleaned.
4-204.11
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Jan 29, 2025
Routine
4 major violations. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: Menu is lacking an allergen statement.
2-103.11
Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Shellstock (clams) located in the front walk-in cooler did not have the proper identification tags. Shellstock tags must remain attached to the container in which the shellstock are received until the container is empty. The tag must then be dated and maintained for 90 days in chronological order.
3-202.18
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: Foods (eggs) are served raw or undercooked to the customer's request. A written consumer advisory (on the menu, table tent, or placard) is not provided to the consumer informing them of the significantly increased risk associated with certain vulnerable consumers eating such food in a raw or undercooked form.
3-603.11
Working containers of toxic materials not identified (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Spray bottles used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies were not marked with the common name of the chemical.
7-102.11
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the hallway area is lacking a tile. This area of the ceiling is directly above cookware. Ceilings must be covered with tiles that are smooth, durable, and easily cleanable.
6-201.16
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Foods were observed stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler and in the hallway. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served. Employee(s) must register in and successfully complete an approved course in food safety management. Once completed, an employee must register with RIDOH Center for Food Protection as Certified Food Safety Manager. Application provided.
2-102.12
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Nov 15, 2023
Routine
3 major violations. 2 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Shellstock (clams) located in the walk-in cooler did not have the proper identification tags. Shellstock tags must remain attached to/with the container in which the shellstock are received until the container is empty.
3-202.18
Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: Shellfish tags must be maintained for 90 days in chronological order and the date when the last shellfish was used from the bag must be noted on the shellfish tag.
3-203.12
Working containers of toxic materials not identified (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Spray bottle used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies was not marked with the common name of the chemical.
7-102.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The ice scoop is stored resting in ice between uses. Ice scoop must be stored with the handle facing upward, not touching the ice, or in a clean, protected location.
3-304.12
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A bucket of chicken observed stored on the floor in the kitchen. Potatoes observed stored on the floor in the back walk-in cooler. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Holy Ghost Beneficial Brotherhood of Ri last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Holy Ghost Beneficial Brotherhood of Ri on file is from Feb 2, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Holy Ghost Beneficial Brotherhood of Ri?

Across the inspection record, “contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, & display” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Holy Ghost Beneficial Brotherhood of Ri.

How does Holy Ghost Beneficial Brotherhood of Ri compare to other restaurants in East Providence?

Holy Ghost Beneficial Brotherhood of Ri most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the East Providence average of 79.

Has Holy Ghost Beneficial Brotherhood of Ri's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Holy Ghost Beneficial Brotherhood of Ri have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Holy Ghost Beneficial Brotherhood of Ri 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.

How often is Holy Ghost Beneficial Brotherhood of Ri inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Holy Ghost Beneficial Brotherhood of Ri is inspected roughly once per year on average.