Lasalle Bakery

993 Smith Street, Providence, RI 02908
Café / Breakfast
License: Food Processor Retail - In-State
Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026
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Score
Medium Risk

Across the available record, Lasalle Bakery has six inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 11, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.

The trend has been moving in the right direction: eight violations last time, five this time.

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.

Compared to other Providence restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 11, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of biofilm and black debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice was voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form). Ice machine was taken out of service and must not be used until it is cleaned.
4-602.11
Person in charge not present
Inspector notes: Establishment did not have an employee that has successfully completed an approved food safety manager course. Per employee, she is in the process of completing the course and just needs to take the test. Please email proof of correction.
2-101.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Utensils were observed stored in stagnant water between uses.
3-304.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Walk-in freezer door gaskets, located across from the ice machine, were observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: The floors in the walk-in coolers and freezers are constructed of a material which is not durable, easily cleanable, or non-absorbent. The materials for indoor floors must be durable, easily cleanable and nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.
6-201.11
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Jun 26, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Food label missing or inaccurate (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food packaged in the food establishment are lacking label information (sub ingredients). Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address. Food was relocated behind the counter during time of inspection. Per person in charge, labels will be corrected. Please email inspector proof of correction before food is sold as a self-service product on the shelf.
3-602.11
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Jun 17, 2025
Environmental Complaint
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Medicines stored or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employees' medicines were not stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, or utensils. Medicine was observed stored on the same shelf as food. Medicine was relocated during time of inspection.
7-207.11
No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the kitchen. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.
6-301.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (rolling pin) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Food label missing or inaccurate (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food packaged in the food establishment are lacking label information. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address. Food was relocated behind the counter at time of inspection. Establishment must make new labels for food or food must remain behind the counter.
3-602.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by rodent droppings on the perimeter of the upstairs kitchen and basement floors and on equipment. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies. Per owner, pest control services the establishment once a week. Establishment must clean up rodent droppings and schedule pest control services. Inspector reviewed pest control reports. Please email inspector proof of pest control services.
6-501.111
Person in charge not present
Inspector notes: Establishment did not have an employee that has successfully completed an approved food safety manager course at time of inspection. Establishment must have an on-site employee certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served. Establishment must enroll additional employees in an approved food safety manger course. Please email inspector proof of completion of course.
2-101.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the front, 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
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A knife was observed stored on an unclean surface (between wall and electrical outlet) between uses. During pauses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location.
3-304.12
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the mixers and shelves have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors and walls throughout the facility have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
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Mar 20, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (rolling equipment and pizza cuter) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: (Dough ) 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, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address.
3-602.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of (rodents ) is not controlled as evidenced by (droppings throughout kitchen and basement). The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.
6-501.111
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.
2-102.12(A)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: Inspector observed employee pouring milk in handwash sink. PIC informed.
6-301.13
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: (various food product ) were observed stored on the floor in the (kitchen and walk in freezer ). Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Utensils were observed stored in stagnant water between uses.
3-304.12
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the (bakers racks, food storage shelves in the walk in cooler and kitchen, milk lowboy(interior)) have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
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Dec 5, 2024
Environmental Complaint
3 major violations. 7 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
No soap available at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the sandwich prep area. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.
6-301.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the sandwich prep area was lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of (rodents) is not controlled as evidenced by (droppings ). The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.
6-501.111
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The (ceilings ) in the (walk in cooler ) area has an accumulation of dust. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors throughout the kitchen and basement have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Food does not meet standards of identity
Inspector notes: (Dough ) 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, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address.
3-601.11
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Inspector observed dead rodent side of oven.PIC removed.
6-501.112
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.
2-102.12
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the (food storage shelves in kitchen and basement ) have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: Grease trap observed in poor repair. Grease was observed draining into a bucket.
5-402.12
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Mar 7, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Various product was observed held at (44-46) degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Product relocated to colder unit.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of biofilm The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Unit taken out of service to be cleaned and sanitize.
4-601.11(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Soup was observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.
3-501.17
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.
2-102.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Walk in cooler door gaskets were observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The following physical observed in poor repair: 1.openings in floor throughout basement area. 2.opening observed outside of walk in cooler. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The ceilings in walk in cooler observed with dust and soil residue. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lasalle Bakery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lasalle Bakery on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lasalle Bakery?

Across the inspection record, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Lasalle Bakery.

How does Lasalle Bakery compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Lasalle Bakery most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

Has Lasalle Bakery's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Lasalle Bakery 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 Lasalle Bakery inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Lasalle Bakery is inspected around three times per year on average.