Kings Garden
Last inspected: Sep 17, 2024
95
Score
Going back to 2023, Kings Garden has five inspections in the public record. On Sep 17, 2024, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around one violation across recent inspections versus roughly 10 violations before.
When inspectors have written things up, “non-food contact surfaces clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
Kings Garden's latest score of 95 sits above the Cranston average of 88. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 17, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the shelving in the basement have an accumulation of old rodent droppings.
4-602.13
95
Sep 3, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by new droppings. 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
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the kitchen, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors. PIC stated door sweep will be added.
6-202.15
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the shelving in the kitchen have an accumulation of droppings. All items must be removed from shelf and shelf must be washed, rinsed, and sanitized.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors in the basement area has an accumulation of rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
78
Aug 20, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 9 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
View 17 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Beans and ginger slice were observed in direct contact with rodent droppings/ gnawed product. Both foods were disposed of.
3-101.11
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. Food storage poster provided. PIC relocated foods.
3-302.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by droppings throughout the facility and adulterated product. 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
Proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: An open container of shelf stable sauce was observed stored on the floor in the kitchen. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.12
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of the ice machine were observed with an accumulation of debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. PIC disposed of ice and started to clean and sanitize ice machine.
4-601.11(A)
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: The Person in charge did not assure compliance with critical code requirements.
2-103.11
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Multiple foods were observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.
3-501.17
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Various foods were observed held above 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. 1. The walk-in inside the kitchen foods were being held at 43 degrees. Establishment to only store non TCS foods in walk-in until serviced/repaired. 2. Various foods were observed held out of temperature. Establishment to work in half portions. Food was moved to prep units/walk-ins to rapidly cool.
3-501.16(A)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety with RIDOH. Application printed.
2-102.12
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soup was observed held at 79 degrees Fahrenheit. Soup was at room temperature over night. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Food to no longer be stored at room temperature over night. Soup was disposed of.
3-501.16(A)
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the kitchen, is not tight-fitting. Screen door was observed with a hole in the screen. Screen must be repaired or replaced. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
Inspector notes: 2 dead rodents were observed in the basement at the time of inspection. Dead rodents must be removed from the premises.
6-501.112
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Utensils were observed stored in stagnant water between uses. Utensils were moved to water being hot held.
3-304.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The inside walk-in was observed maintaining an ambient temperature of 44-45 degrees. All food inside of unit was 43 degrees. Unit must be used for non TCS foods until repaired.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following had an accumulation of debris: -The sheet pan holding the rack for the cutting boards had an accumulation of rodent droppings. -The shelving in the basement had an accumulation of rodent droppings.
4-602.13
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the basement area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors throughout the facility area has an accumulation of rodent droppings. The floor underneath the cook line has an accumulation of grease and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
26
May 31, 2023
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
May 16, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 8 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
View 13 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as shrimp) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as chicken) 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
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Chicken, pork noodles, and other food items were observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.
3-501.17
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Food items such as chicken and egg rolls are placed in containers greater than 4 inches deep in refrigeration. Items moved to sheet pans to cool properly.
3-501.15
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Shellstock tags did not have all of the required information. Last date of sale was lacking.
3-203.12
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener and knives) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Items were moved to the warewashing area.
4-601.11(A)
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
Inspector notes: A rodent carcass was observed on a glue trap in the basement. Dead rodents, birds, and insects must be removed promptly from the facilities to ensure clean and sanitary facilities and to preclude exacerbating the situation by allowing carcasses to attract other pests. PIC removed carcass from basement.
6-501.112
Food properly labeled; original container
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A container of broccoli was observed stored on top of a trash can during preparation.
3-305.14
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Multiple boxes of food were observed stored on the floor in the walk-in coolers and walk-in freezer. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Bowls are being used as scoops in a container of sauce. Utensils used to dispense non-time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods such as sugar and flour must be stored in the food item with their handles above the top of the food within the container.
3-304.12
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the fans covers walk-in coolers, the magnetic knife rack and the mixer bowl have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The walls 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
Non-food contact surfaces clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employees' clothing or other personal belongings were observed stored above of the cookline prep unit. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be used for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and other possessions.
6-305.11
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
Inspector notes: Working containers of dry ingredients are not labeled with the common name of the food. Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages, such as flour, herbs, salt, sugar, and spices must be labeled with the common name of the food.
3-302.12
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Kings Garden last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Kings Garden on file is from Sep 17, 2024. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Kings Garden?
Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surfaces clean” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Kings Garden.
How does Kings Garden compare to other restaurants in Cranston?
Kings Garden most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Cranston average of 88.
Has Kings Garden's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Kings Garden have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Kings Garden means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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