La Chapincita Market

996 Chalkstone Ave, Providence, RI 02908

Café / Breakfast

License: Cash Registers - 1-2

Last inspected: Jun 26, 2024

Score

High Risk

Public records currently show only one inspection for La Chapincita Market. The latest inspection on file is from Jun 26, 2024. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

That's lower than the typical Providence restaurant, which scores around 80. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jun 26, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 9 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (shelled eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (beverage container) 3 dr reach in. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.

3-302.11

No soap available at handwashing sink

Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the kitchen. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.

6-301.11

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

Inspector notes: Pastilitos was 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

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in the (all) refrigeration unit(s). 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.

4-203.12

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of (rodents and roaches ) is not controlled as evidenced by (droppings and live activity(roach)). 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

Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the (chlorine) sanitizing solution for the (3 bay sink).

4-302.14

Food label missing or inaccurate

Inspector notes: Various frozen desserts 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.

3-602.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The (ceilings) in the (retail) area is in poor repair. Observed missing tiles and water stains. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected

Inspector notes: Protective shielding is not provided for the lights in the (kitchen) area. Light bulbs must be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.

6-202.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Chapincita Market last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Chapincita Market on file is from Jun 26, 2024. The public record contains one inspection in total.

How does La Chapincita Market compare to other restaurants in Providence?

La Chapincita Market most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at La Chapincita Market 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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