Joro
Last inspected: Sep 4, 2025
50
Score
Going back to 2024, Joro has four inspections in the public record. On Sep 4, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Recent visits have flagged additional issues, ticking from four violations up to nine.
Across the inspection history, insects, rodents & animals not present is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded six times.
Compared to other Providence restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
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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
Sep 4, 2025
Routine
5 major violations. 4 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the dining 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.
6-501.111
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of insects is not controlled as evidenced by small flies at the downstairs bar. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.
6-501.111
Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: The food-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils were not sanitized. The required utensil surface temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was not achieved during the sanitizing cycle of the bar dishwasher as evidenced by the failure of the thermolabel (temperature indicator) affixed to the surface of a utensil to turn black.
4-501.112
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Per interview with staff, Casserole was placed hot in the walk-in, observed tightly wrapped with plastic. Plastic wrap was removed to facilitate cooling.
3-501.15
Warewashing facilities; installed maintained, & used; test strips
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dish machines. Inspector provided.
4-204.115
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Utensils were observed stored in stagnant water between uses. Staff placed utensils in crock with hot water.
3-304.12
Single-service or single-use items not protected from contamination
Inspector notes: Utensils (cook ware and silverware) are displayed with the lip surface up. Utensils are to be stored so that only the handles are touched by employees and consumers if consumer self-service is provided.
4-904.11
Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The area surrounding the dumpster was observed with foam bricks and old equipment. Dumpster areas must be maintained free of debris to prevent harborage conditions.
5-501.115
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Various food items were observed stored on the floor in the walk-in and bar. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
50
Oct 21, 2024
Reinspection for Opening
No violations found.
100
Sep 16, 2024
Reinspection for Opening
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The kitchen prep sink is lacking an air gap. A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed.
5-402.13
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the dining 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.
6-501.111
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by rodent droppings under exterior stairs and dumpster area. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies. PIC stated PCS is actively working to eliminate issue.
6-501.111
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures in the walk-in do not have coving. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.
6-201.13
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: The wall in the walk-in is in poor repair. Inspector observed loose FRP. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-201.13
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed within facility and outdoor area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The walk-in cooler located area was not in good repair, observed with ambient temperature of 63. Technician was on-site at the time of inspection, repairs were completed and awaiting temperature to return to 41 degrees or below.
4-501.11
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: The receptacle in the women's toilet room is lacking a cover. A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.
5-501.17
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Jul 19, 2024
Opening
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Backflow prevention air gap not adequate
Inspector notes: The pre-flush spray hose at the 3-bay sink is hanging below the flood rim. A plumbing system shall be installed to prevent backflow of a liquid or gas contaminant into the water supply by providing an air gap or installing an approved backflow prevention device.
5-202.13
No soap available at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sinks. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.
6-301.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of black debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the dining room, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-501.111
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by rodent droppings on patio and dumpster area. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.
6-501.111
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Per PIC, walk-in cooler is in need of service.
4-501.11
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking a mop sink. At least one mop sink or one curbed cleaning facility equipped with a floor drain must be provided and conveniently located for the cleaning of mops or similar wet floor cleaning tools and for the disposal of mop water and similar liquid waste.
5-203.13
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: The dumpster area has an accumulation of rubbish and debris. Refuse areas must be maintained to prevent harborage conditions.
5-501.115
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures in the upstairs bar storage area and kitchen areas do not have coving. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.
6-201.11
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: The wall and doorway to the kitchen is unfinished. Walls must be constructed of a material that is smooth, durable, and easily cleanable.
6-201.13
Handwashing sign not posted
Inspector notes: Several hand washing sinks lack proper signage.
6-301.14
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Joro last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Joro on file is from Sep 4, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Joro?
Across the inspection record, insects, rodents & animals not present has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Joro.
How does Joro compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Joro most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.
Has Joro's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Joro have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about four per visit to around nine more recently.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Joro 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.
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