Lims
Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026
64
Score
Across the available record, Lims has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Lims was last inspected on Feb 10, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around six violations each.
Across the inspection history, “proper cold holding temperatures” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
Lims' latest score of 64 falls below the Providence average of 80. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 10, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Uncovered containers of food observed in freezer. Open containers of food observed stacked in the prep unit, with the top container in the food below. Food must be protected from contamination by packaging, covered containers, or wrapping.
3-302.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Garlic observed held at 64 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Disposed.
3-501.16(A)
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
Inspector notes: Working containers of ingredients are not labeled with the common name of the food. Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages, such as flour, herbs, salt, sugar, and spices must be labeled with the common name of the food.
3-302.12
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the wok unit have an accumulation of food residue, and carbon.
4-602.13
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the chest freezers have an accumulation of frost and debris.
4-602.13
64
Jul 30, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Rice, which was prepared in advance, was not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Disposed.
3-501.14
Improper cooling methods used
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Rice was placed hot in the refrigerator in covered plastic containers greater than four inches deep.
3-501.15
78
Jul 10, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soups which were prepared in advance, were not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Disposed.
3-501.14
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Tofu, noodles, and bean sprouts observed held at 47-59 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Tofu was placed in freezer to rapidly chill. Noodles and bean sprouts were disposed.
3-501.16(A)
Person in charge lacks food safety knowledge
Inspector notes: The Person in charge did not assure compliance with critical code requirements. Management's plan for assessing, monitoring, and controlling foodborne disease hazards is inadequate.
2-102.11
Improper cooling methods used
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Soups were placed hot in the refrigerator in covered containers greater than four inches deep.
3-501.15
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
Inspector notes: Working containers of dry ingredients are not labeled with the common name of the food. Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages, such as flour, herbs, salt, sugar, and spices must be labeled with the common name of the food.
3-302.12
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Food observed stored on the floor in the sushi area, and in the back dry storage areas. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Employee not wearing required hair restraint
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Staff were observed not wearing hair restraints. Food employees must wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings, or nets that are worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food, clean equipment/utensils, linens, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.
2-402.11
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Wet wiping cloths are not stored in a chemical sanitizer between uses. Wet wiping cloths must be stored in a chemical sanitizer at the appropriate concentration.
3-304.14
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Single service items are not being stored properly in their original protective package and/or are stored on a surface that is not clean in the kitchen, dining room, and sushi area.
4-903.11(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The 3 door refrigerator was not in good repair, not holding food at 41 degrees F or below. Service arrived during inspection.
4-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Lims last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lims on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Lims?
Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Lims.
How does Lims compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Lims most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.
Has Lims' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lims have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Lims 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 Lims inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Lims is inspected around two times per year on average.
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