La Columbiana Bar and Grill

477 Dexter St, Central Falls, RI 02863

Bar / Pub

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Apr 14, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

La Columbiana Bar and Grill has only two inspections on file, a thin record to work from. La Columbiana Bar and Grill was last inspected on Apr 14, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

The most recent inspection cleaned up several issues, finishing with four violations after six on the prior visit.

When inspectors have written things up, adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

By comparison, the average Central Falls facility scores 82, putting La Columbiana Bar and Grill on the weaker side. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Major latest

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Inspection History

Apr 14, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Raw shelled eggs were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods such as vegetables in the reach-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.

3-302.11

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

Inspector notes: -Handsink in kitchen blocked by various kitchen equipment (COS) -Water for both cold and hot water were observed off. Handsinks to be maintained to promote and enable employee handwashing. -Notification signage lacking at handsinks. Guidance document provided.

5-205.11

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in the 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. -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.

4-203.12

Person in charge not present

Inspector notes: No person certified in food safety was present as needed at time of inspection.

2-101.11

Dec 16, 2024

Routine

4 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Insufficient number of handwashing sinks

Inspector notes: The bar does not have a hand-washing sink that is conveniently located and/or readily accessible. Hand-washing sinks must be located to allow convenient use by employees in food preparation, food dispensing, and ware-washing areas.

5-203.11

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector notes: -Thermometers are lacking in the 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. -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.

4-203.12

Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: Establishment is lacking chlorine test strips for the glass washer at the bar and chlorine sanitizing solution for the 3 bay sink.

4-302.14

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

Inspector notes: -Handsink in kitchen blocked by various kitchen equipment (COS) -Water for both cold and hot water were observed off (COS) Handsinks to be maintained to promote and enable employee handwashing. -Notification signage lacking at handsinks

5-205.11

Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected

Inspector notes: Lightbulbs in kitchen lack a light shield.

6-202.11

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: The door to the toilet rooms are not self-closing.

6-501.19

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Columbiana Bar and Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Columbiana Bar and Grill on file is from Apr 14, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Columbiana Bar and Grill?

Across the inspection record, adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Columbiana Bar and Grill.

How does La Columbiana Bar and Grill compare to other restaurants in Central Falls?

La Columbiana Bar and Grill most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Central Falls average of 82.

Has La Columbiana Bar and Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at La Columbiana Bar and Grill have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around four violations compared to about six previously.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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

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