Maceras Italian Restaurant
Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026
52
Score
The health department has logged three inspections at Maceras Italian Restaurant, the earliest from 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 8, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, with around six violations found each time.
Required records available comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Cranston average 88, so Maceras Italian Restaurant trails the local norm. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
5
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 8, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chowder and pea soup, which was prepared in advance, was not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. PIC voluntarily disposed of food. Cooling methods discussed with PIC. Soup to be cooling in more shallow containers. PIC stated soup will be cool with Ice wand and in freezer.
3-501.14
Required records available; molluscan shellfish identification, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: The date when the last shellfish was used from the bag must be noted on the shellfish tag.
3-203.12
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils ( slicer, and ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of food debris and bio-film. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice machine was turned off to be washed and sanitized. Slicer was cleaned at the time of inspection.
4-601.11(A)
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Working containers used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies were not marked with the common name of the chemical. Bottles were labeled.
7-102.11
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Pasta was observed at 62 degrees cooling in a covered plastic bin. Pasta was made less than 2 hours prior. Cover was removed. Proper cooling methods reviewed with staff.
3-501.15
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: ROP seafood was observed thawing with package in tact. Product was above 38 degrees and voluntarily disposed of. Guidance document provided.
3-501.13
52
May 16, 2024
Re-Inspection
3 major violations.
View 3 violations
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: An allergy statement is lacking on the menus. Allergy statement to be added. Per Owner, statement will be added to new menu
2-103.11
Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: The date when the last shellfish was used from the bag must be noted on the shellfish tag. Establishment started to save tags since last inspection. The date the shellfish is last sols shall be dated on the tag and stored in chronological order based on that date.
3-203.12
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: Various foods 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. The statement will be added to the new menu once printed.
3-603.11
74
May 8, 2024
Food Complaint
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Food not reheated to required temperature for hot holding
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Meatballs and red sauce, which was previously cooked and cooled, was only reheated to 108-111 degrees Fahrenheit for hot holding. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food that is cooked, cooled, and reheated for hot holding must be reheated to 165 degrees Fahrenheit or above for 15 seconds. Food was reheated on stove top.
3-403.11
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Pot pie mix, which was prepared in advance, was not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Mix was prepared yesterday and was @ 55 degrees today. Mix was disposed of. Proper cooling methods reviewed with PIC.
3-501.14
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: An allergy statement is lacking on the menus. Allergy statement to be added.
2-103.11
Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: Shellstock tags are not maintained for 90 days. Shellstock tags or labels are required to be maintained for 90 calendar days from the date the container is emptied. 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
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: Various foods 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
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
Inspector notes: Working containers used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies were not marked with the common name of the chemical.
7-102.11
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Pasta was placed hot in the refrigerator in covered plastic containers greater than four inches deep. Pasta was recently cooked. PIC moved pasta to sheet pans to rapidly cool.
3-501.15
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: ROP fish was observed thawing with package still in tact. Package was sliced open. Proper thawing procedures were reviewed with PIC.
3-501.13
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Maceras Italian Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Maceras Italian Restaurant on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Maceras Italian Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, required records available has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Maceras Italian Restaurant.
How does Maceras Italian Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Cranston?
Maceras Italian Restaurant most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Cranston average of 88.
Has Maceras Italian Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Maceras Italian Restaurant have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around six per visit.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Maceras Italian Restaurant 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 Maceras Italian Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Maceras Italian Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.
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