Hometown Poke

185 Camp St, Providence, RI 02906

American

License: Caterer or Commissary

Last inspected: Mar 18, 2026

Score

High Risk

Going back to 2023, Hometown Poke has four inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 18, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around seven violations each, up from closer to one violation before.

The pattern that stands out is “food separated and protected”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average sits at 80, which Hometown Poke's 52 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 18, 2026

Routine

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

View 7 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as avocados) in the refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.

3-302.11

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of the ice machine were observed with an accumulation of soil residue and biofilm. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice machine was taken out of service during inspection.

4-602.11

No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The establishment does not have a written procedure for cleaning vomit and diarrhea.

2-501.11

Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations

Inspector notes: Printed menus do not contain an allergen statement. English Food Allergies What You Need to Know

2-103.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: refrigerator beverage refrigerator ice machine .

4-602.13

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The ceilings in the kitchen and dining rooms are in poor repair, with water-stained ceiling tiles in the kitchen, and water-stained and peeling paint in the dining room. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The area outside the back kitchen door has an accumulation of litter and leaf litter. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Aug 13, 2024

Re-Inspection

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the quaternary ammonia sanitizing solution for the 3 bay sink.

4-302.14

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The burner unit was not in good repair, with frayed wiring.

4-501.11

Jun 20, 2023

Re-Inspection

No violations found.

100

Jun 14, 2023

Routine

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

View 5 violations

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

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as salmon and bacon) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (lettuce) in the refrigerator and lowboy. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.

3-302.11

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

Inspector notes: Salmon and bacon observed held at 48 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Bacon was placed in freezer to rapidly chill, and salmon was disposed.

3-501.16(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of soil residue and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.

4-601.11(A)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors throughout the facility 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

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the cup, lid, and napkin storage unit, shelf near microwave, shelf above food prep area have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-602.13

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hometown Poke last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hometown Poke on file is from Mar 18, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hometown Poke?

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

How does Hometown Poke compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Hometown Poke most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

Has Hometown Poke's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Hometown Poke have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Hometown Poke 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 Hometown Poke inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hometown Poke is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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