L'osteria

1703 Cranston Street, Cranston, RI 02920

Italian

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Jan 30, 2024

Score

Low Risk

The inspection history at L'osteria is still short, with only two visits logged. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 30, 2024. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. The file hasn't been updated since Jan 30, 2024, so take the current picture with that in mind.

The latest visit found two violations, down from nine violations the time before.

Certified food protection manager accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average is 88, putting L'osteria squarely in typical territory. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 30, 2024

Re-Inspection

2 minor violations.

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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. Per PIC, staff are enrolled to attend course on 2/05/24. PIC to send proof of course completion to inspector.

2-102.12

Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

Inspector notes: The floors in the basement prep area are constructed of unsealed cement 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. The ceiling in the basement prep area is covered with tiles that are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable. Areas where lighting is located is exposing wood rafters, plumbing, and electrical. Residential acoustical tiles are being used. Ceiling tiles must be commercial restaurant quality tiles which are smooth, durable, and easily cleanable.

6-201.11

Jan 16, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 9 violations

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized

Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher and 3-bay sink was 0 parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm.

4-501.114

Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food

Inspector notes: The consumer advisory provided does not disclose the foods on the menu that are raw or undercooked.

3-603.11

Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations

Inspector notes: The establishment does not have an allergen statement present for consumer awareness.

2-103.11

Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the bar dishwasher and 3 bay sink.

4-302.14

Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction

Inspector notes: Shellstock tags did not have all of the required information. Last date of sale were lacking. Shellfish tags must be maintained for 90 days in chronological order and the date when the last shellfish was used from the bag must be noted on the shellfish tag.

3-203.12

Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

6-201.11

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The front bar dishwasher was observed to be in poor repair (sanitizing solution reading 0 ppm). Dishwasher to not be used until it can be repaired/serviced/replaced.

4-501.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine, hood ventilation system and fan covers in the walk-in have an accumulation of biofilm and other debris.

4-602.13

Frequently Asked Questions

When was L'osteria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at L'osteria on file is from Jan 30, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at L'osteria?

Across the inspection record, certified food protection manager has been cited two times, more than any other issue at L'osteria.

How does L'osteria compare to other restaurants in Cranston?

L'osteria most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Cranston average of 88.

Has L'osteria's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at L'osteria have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about nine previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at L'osteria means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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