Las Cibaenas

777 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI 02907
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Oct 20, 2025
58
Score
Medium Risk

With just one inspection in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 20, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

When inspectors have written things up, person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties has been the most frequent reason, cited one time.

By comparison, the average Providence facility scores 80, putting Las Cibaenas on the weaker side. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

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Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 20, 2025
Opening
3 major violations. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
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Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: Inspector observed menu lacking an allergen statement.
2-103.11
No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the kitchen, bar, and restroom. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. PIC replaced soap during inspection.
6-301.11
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: Steak items are served raw or undercooked to the customer's request. A written consumer advisory (on the menu, table tent, or placard) is not provided to the consumer informing them of the significantly increased risk associated with certain vulnerable consumers eating such food in a raw or undercooked form.
3-603.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The doors to the outside, located at the front, side, and basement areas, are 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: The following was observed in poor repair: - Glass sneeze guard (crack in glass) - Large hot-holding unit (door gaskets)
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the cabinets under bar have an accumulation of dust, dirt, old rodent droppings, and/or other debris. PIC cleaned and sanitized during inspection.
4-602.13
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The walls behind mop sink AND next to steam tables are constructed of wood. 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.
6-101.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The basement door to the outside is in poor repair (rain water leaking in). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Las Cibaenas last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Las Cibaenas on file is from Oct 20, 2025. The public record contains one inspection in total.

What is the most common violation at Las Cibaenas?

Across the inspection record, person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Las Cibaenas.

How does Las Cibaenas compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Las Cibaenas most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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