Jarusalem Meat Market

88 1/2 Rolfe Square, Cranston, RI 02910
Grocery / Market
License: Cash Registers - 1-2
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
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Score
Medium Risk

The inspection history at Jarusalem Meat Market is still short, with only two visits logged. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 5, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Things have moved in the wrong direction: violation counts went from four to five.

Across the inspection history, food separated and protected is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded one time.

Restaurants in Cranston average 88, so Jarusalem Meat Market trails the local norm. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (dried apricots and yogurt drink) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
3-302.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (band saw) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Saw must be sanitized properly before next use. Proper sanitizing procedures reviewed with PIC.
4-601.11(A)
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Various product packaged in the food establishment are lacking labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address. Ingredients of product should be copied from the original package.
3-602.11
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, & display
Inspector notes: Various food was observed stored on the floor in the retail food area. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.12
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back area, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
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Nov 26, 2024
Opening
1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the 3-bay area. 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: An accumulation of old rodent droppings were observed in the basement area. PIC to pull items away from walls and clean all droppings.
6-501.12
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of the hand sink and the base of the meat grinder. 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.
4-101.17
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: The floors in the walk-in are constructed of concrete which is not durable, easily cleanable, or non-absorbent. The materials for indoor floors must be durable, easily cleanable and nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms. PIC to reseal walk-in floor.
6-201.11
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jarusalem Meat Market last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jarusalem Meat Market on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Jarusalem Meat Market?

Across the inspection record, food separated and protected has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Jarusalem Meat Market.

How does Jarusalem Meat Market compare to other restaurants in Cranston?

Jarusalem Meat Market most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Cranston average of 88.

Has Jarusalem Meat Market's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Jarusalem Meat Market have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about four per visit to around five more recently.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Jarusalem Meat Market means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.