L and M Grocery Market
Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026
67
Score
L and M Grocery Market has been inspected five times since 2023. L and M Grocery Market was last inspected on Mar 16, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
The most recent inspection cleaned up several issues, finishing with five violations after 10 on the prior visit.
When inspectors have written things up, proper hot holding temperatures has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
By comparison, the average Providence facility scores 80, putting L and M Grocery Market on the weaker side. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 16, 2026
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Empanadas were observed held at between 118-122 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 items and turned up heat.
3-501.16(A)
Live animals present in food establishment
Inspector notes: Per interview with PIC, cat remains in basement. PIC was instructed to remove cat from establishment.
6-501.115
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floors in the retail area is in poor repair (broken tiles). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the prep unit have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the front, 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
67
Mar 2, 2026
Re-Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as cheese) in the deli display unit. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. PIC relocated eggs.
3-302.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cheese, lettuce, and salami were observed held between 45-60 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC placed items under refrigeration for active cooling.
3-501.16(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Deli meat and various cooked 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
Food thermometer not available or accessible
Inspector notes: The establishment is lacking a thermometer to test food temperatures. Food temperature measuring devices shall be provided and be readily accessible for checking cooking, cooling, reheating, and hot/cold holding temperatures of time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods.
4-302.12
Live animals present in food establishment
Inspector notes: A cat was observed in basement area. PIC was instructed to remove cat from premises in previous inspection.
6-501.115
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(A)
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floors in the retail area is in poor repair (broken tiles). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the prep unit and prep table have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the front, 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
45
Feb 9, 2026
Routine
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cheese and milk were observed held at between 46-52 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC placed cheese and milk in walk-in cooler.
3-501.16(A)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Various empanadas were observed held at between 93-120 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 and turned up hot-hold unit.
3-501.16(A)
Food obtained from unapproved source
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Inspector observed packaged cookies from an unapproved source. PIC discarded.
3-201.11
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Deli meat and cooked 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
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Working containers used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies were not marked with the common name of the chemical. PIC labeled.
7-102.11
Food thermometer not available or accessible
Inspector notes: The establishment is lacking a thermometer to test food temperatures. Food temperature measuring devices shall be provided and be readily accessible for checking cooking, cooling, reheating, and hot/cold holding temperatures of time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods.
4-302.12
Live animals present in food establishment
Inspector notes: A cat was observed in basement area. Owner was instructed to removed cat from premises.
6-501.115
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the prep unit have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Refuse not removed at sufficient frequency
Inspector notes: Inspector observed a heavy accumulation of boxes outside around refuse area. Per interview w/ PIC, trash company has been delayed due to weather (snow). PIC stated trash removal is expected later today.
5-502.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floors in the retail area is in poor repair (broken tiles). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the front, 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
35
Apr 12, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Sanitizer test kit not available
4-302.14
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
4-501.11
86
Mar 28, 2023
Routine
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
22
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
16
Proper date marking and disposition
23
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
1
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
1
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
10
Thermometers provided & accurate
36
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
47
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
48
Non-food contact surfaces clean
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
55
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
38
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
47
29
Frequently Asked Questions
When was L and M Grocery Market last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at L and M Grocery Market on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at L and M Grocery Market?
Across the inspection record, proper hot holding temperatures has been cited four times, more than any other issue at L and M Grocery Market.
How does L and M Grocery Market compare to other restaurants in Providence?
L and M Grocery Market most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.
Has L and M Grocery Market's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at L and M Grocery Market have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around five violations compared to about 10 previously.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at L and M Grocery Market means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is L and M Grocery Market inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, L and M Grocery Market is inspected around two times per year on average.
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