Los Domi Cafeteria

316 Cranston Street, Providence, RI 02907

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026

Score

High Risk

Going back to 2024, Los Domi Cafeteria has four inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 9, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

The trend has not been favorable, with the count rising from two to eight between inspections.

The most common issue across all inspections has been warewashing facilities, showing up two times.

Los Domi Cafeteria's latest score of 52 falls below the Providence average of 80. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 9, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations. 3 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 produce) in the 2 door refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. PIC relocated eggs.

3-302.11

Insufficient number of handwashing sinks

Inspector notes: The back kitchen area does not have a hand-washing sink that is conveniently located and/or readily accessible. Hand-washing sinks must be located to allow convenient use by employees in food preparation, food dispensing, and ware-washing areas.

5-203.11

No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the kitchen and bathroom. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. PIC replaced.

6-301.11

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

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Inspector observed knives being stored between the 3 bay sink and wall. PIC removed to be washed/sanitized.

4-903.11(A)

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the deep freezer chests have an accumulation of ice buildup.

4-602.13

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: The door to the toilet room is not self-closing.

6-501.19

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

Inspector notes: The walls in the prep areas are constructed of drywall. 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

Dec 11, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: (Ham Patty) was observed held at (128) degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC reheated during inspection.

3-501.16(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer) 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)

Jun 26, 2024

Reinspection for Opening

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: The dumpster outside is located on grass/dirt. The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain.

5-501.11

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: the outside dumpster and surrounding outside back area observed with trash, litter, furniture, and other debris. Refuse area must be clean as often as necessary to keep them clean.

5-501.115

Jun 10, 2024

Opening

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 5 violations

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

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: 1 Dr reach in refrigerator located in the (back kitchen) area was not in good repair. Ambient temperature was 44DF.

4-501.11

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking a mop sink. At least one mop sink or one curbed cleaning facility equipped with a floor drain must be provided and conveniently located for the cleaning of mops or similar wet floor cleaning tools and for the disposal of mop water and similar liquid waste.

5-203.13

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: The dumpster outside is located back outside area is on gravel. The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain.

5-501.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The ceiling fan and wires in the back kitchen area has an accumulation of soil residue and dust. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Los Domi Cafeteria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Los Domi Cafeteria on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Los Domi Cafeteria?

Across the inspection record, warewashing facilities has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Los Domi Cafeteria.

How does Los Domi Cafeteria compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Los Domi Cafeteria most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

Has Los Domi Cafeteria's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Los Domi Cafeteria have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about two per visit to around eight more recently.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Los Domi Cafeteria means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Los Domi Cafeteria inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Los Domi Cafeteria is inspected around two times per year on average.

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