La Tulila Bar Y Restaurant

99 Academy Avenue, Providence, RI 02908

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: May 27, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Public records show three inspections at La Tulila Bar Y Restaurant stretching back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from May 27, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around five violations each.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “insects, rodents & animals not present”, showing up three times.

By comparison, the average Providence facility scores 80, putting La Tulila Bar Y Restaurant on the weaker side. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

May 27, 2025

Routine

6 minor violations.

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Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the (knives ) have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-602.13

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Inspector notes: Establishment is lacking a mop sink.PIC informed

5-403.12

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures in the (kitchen) do not have coving. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.

6-201.15

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: The walls in the (near 3 bay sink) are constructed of (dry wall ). This material is not durable. Materials for wall surfaces shall be smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.

6-201.16

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the (back kitchen ), is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.

6-202.15

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: (Knives) located in the (kitchen) area was not in good repair. Knives observed warped.

4-501.11

Dec 5, 2023

Reinspection for Opening

1 minor violation.

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Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the kitchen, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.

6-202.15

Oct 16, 2023

Opening

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 8 violations

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

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

3-302.11

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

Handwashing sign not posted

Inspector notes: All handwashing sinks are lacking the proper signage.

6-301.14

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Basins for 3 bay sinks are lacking drain plugs. Drain plugs are required to properly sanitize dishes.

4-501.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Grease trap was not in good repair. Equipment must be in good repair and proper adjustment.

4-501.11

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: Refuse area was observed with an accumulation of bottles. Refuse area must be maintained clean and free of litter in order to prevent harborage conditions for pests.

5-501.115

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

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

6-501.13

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Tulila Bar Y Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Tulila Bar Y Restaurant on file is from May 27, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Tulila Bar Y Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents & animals not present” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at La Tulila Bar Y Restaurant.

How does La Tulila Bar Y Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Providence?

La Tulila Bar Y Restaurant most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

Has La Tulila Bar Y Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Tulila Bar Y Restaurant have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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

How often is La Tulila Bar Y Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Tulila Bar Y Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.

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