La Fruta Loca

883 Dexter St, Central Falls, RI 02863
American
License: Cash Registers - 1-2
Last inspected: Aug 6, 2025
67
Score
Medium Risk

Public records currently show only one inspection for La Fruta Loca. The most recent visit was on Aug 6, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Across the inspection history, proper hot holding temperatures is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded one time.

Compared to other Central Falls restaurants (averaging 82), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Inspection History
Aug 6, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Corn was observed held at 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. Food was reheated during time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen and restroom were lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
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. An updated food safety plan to be submitted. Application for RICFSM license and food safety plan template provided during time of inspection.
2-102.12(A)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Utensils were observed stored in stagnant water between uses.
3-304.12
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: The door to the toilet room is not self-closing.
6-202.14
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Fruta Loca last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Fruta Loca on file is from Aug 6, 2025. The public record contains one inspection in total.

What is the most common violation at La Fruta Loca?

Across the inspection record, proper hot holding temperatures has been cited one time, more than any other issue at La Fruta Loca.

How does La Fruta Loca compare to other restaurants in Central Falls?

La Fruta Loca most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Central Falls average of 82.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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