La Palencianita

810 Broad St, Central Falls, RI 02863

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026

Score

Low Risk

La Palencianita has only two inspections on file, a thin record to work from. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 18, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The latest visit found two violations, down from five violations the time before.

Looking across the full record, proper hot holding temperatures is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Compared to other Central Falls restaurants (averaging 82), there's room to close the gap. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 18, 2026

Routine

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

View 2 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Fried potatoes and fried shrimp were observed held at 118 degrees Fahrenheit. Food was observed stored above hot holding unit well. PIC informed to cease practice. Foods were reheated during time of inspection. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling.

3-501.16(A)

Food label missing or inaccurate

Inspector notes: Pan dulces 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 (including sub ingredients), the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address.

3-602.11

Feb 5, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

View 5 violations

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

Inspector notes: 1. Raw shells eggs were observed stored above cooked meats in the reach-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. 2. Raw animal foods were not stored properly to prevent cross-contamination (raw chicken over raw beef and pork). Except when combined as ingredients, different types of raw animal foods must be separated from each other during storage by using separate equipment or arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented.

3-302.11

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Tamales were observed held at 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. Foods were observed above fill line during time of inspection. Foods were assessed and reheated during time of inspection.

3-501.16(A)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The ceiling in the basement area has an accumulation of soil residue. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The sealant at 3 bay sink splash board was observed in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Handwashing sign not posted (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Handwashing sinks were lacking notification signage. State guidance provided.

6-301.14

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Palencianita last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Palencianita on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Palencianita?

Across the inspection record, proper hot holding temperatures has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Palencianita.

How does La Palencianita compare to other restaurants in Central Falls?

La Palencianita most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Central Falls average of 82.

Has La Palencianita's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at La Palencianita have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about five previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at La Palencianita 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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