Juliannas

189 Pocasset Ave, Providence, RI 02909
Mexican / Latin
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Nov 13, 2025
64
Score
Medium Risk

Juliannas has been inspected three times since 2024. The most recent report on file is from Nov 13, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around eight violations to closer to five violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

By comparison, the average Providence facility scores 80, putting Juliannas on the weaker side. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

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Inspections
0
Critical latest
4
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 13, 2025
Re-Inspection
4 major violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: Allergen statement is lacking from menu. Establishment must add allergy statement to menu.
2-103.11
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 of PIC, potatoes were placed hot in the refrigerator in containers greater than four inches deep. Potatoes were transferred to sheet pans at the time of inspection. Establishment is to review cooling methods with staff.
3-501.15
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the kitchen dishwasher. Establishment is to obtain test strips.
4-302.14
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dish machine at the bar. Establishment is to obtain thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device
4-302.14
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following was observed in poor repair -Cold-water knob at the hand washing sink -Hand washing faucet (observed with tape) -Walk-in cooler handle (observed with tape) Equipment must be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
64
May 30, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Unit taken out of service to be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
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.
2-102.12
86
May 16, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 7 major violations. 7 minor violations. 7 corrected on site.
View 15 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Peanut soup, pumpkin soup, chicken soup and rice, which was prepared in advance, was not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours.
3-501.14
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: Establishment is lacking an allergen statement.
2-103.11
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
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels.
5-205.11
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of the ice machine were observed with red residue. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Empanadas was observed held at 118 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC reheated.
3-501.16(A)
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 of PIC, soups and rice were placed hot in the refrigerator in containers greater than four inches deep.
3-501.15
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in the prep unit. Cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.
4-203.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The fans in the walk-in cooler have an accumulation of dust and soil residue. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The walls in the baking area are constructed of wood. This material is not durable. Materials for wall surfaces shall be smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The wall in the wait staff area is in poor repair, observed exposed concrete. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
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.
2-102.12
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food was observed stored on the floor in the walk-in freezer. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Chest freezer door gaskets were observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the mixer has brown and black residue.
4-602.13
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Juliannas last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Juliannas on file is from Nov 13, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Juliannas?

Across the inspection record, “person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Juliannas.

How does Juliannas compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Juliannas most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

Has Juliannas' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Juliannas have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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