La Pulperia 504

955 Atwells Ave, Providence, RI 02909

License: Cash Registers - 1-2

Last inspected: Jan 8, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records show three inspections at La Pulperia 504 stretching back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 8, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

“Food obtained from approved source” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

The city-wide average for Providence sits at 80, putting La Pulperia 504 on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 8, 2025

Re-Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Food obtained from unapproved source (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, several cheese products were previously placed under embargo. Owner could not provide necessary documentation that the cheese products come from an approved source. PIC voluntarily disposed of.

3-201.11

Dec 31, 2024

Re-Inspection

1 critical violation.

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Food obtained from unapproved source

Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, several cheese products were observed for sale that originated from Honduras, per interview with owner. PIC could not provide necessary information of approved source for the cheese products. All cheese products were placed under embargo at the time of inspection. Spanish Approved Food Source

3-201.11

Dec 30, 2024

Routine

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

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Food obtained from unapproved source

Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, several cheese products were observed for sale without proper labeling. Per interview with PIC, cheese comes from Honduras. PIC could not provide necessary information of approved source of the cheese products. All cheese products were placed under Embargo at the time of inspection. Spanish Approved Food Source

3-201.11

Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations

Inspector notes: No person in charge was present as needed at the time of inspection.

2-103.11

Food label missing or inaccurate

Inspector notes: Various cheese products, desserts and meat products were lacking labels. Food must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address. PIC informed.

3-602.11

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the back area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions. PIC informed.

6-501.114

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Pulperia 504 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Pulperia 504 on file is from Jan 8, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Pulperia 504?

Across the inspection record, “food obtained from approved source” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at La Pulperia 504.

How does La Pulperia 504 compare to other restaurants in Providence?

La Pulperia 504 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.

Has La Pulperia 504's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Pulperia 504 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at La Pulperia 504 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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