Mambo Sushi Restaurant and Lounge

380 Atwells Ave, Providence, RI 02909

Bar / Pub

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Apr 14, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Mambo Sushi Restaurant and Lounge has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 14, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around 11 violations to closer to zero violations per visit over the last few inspections.

Restaurants in Providence average 80, so Mambo Sushi Restaurant and Lounge is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 14, 2025

Re-Inspection

No violations found.

100

Jan 15, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

View 11 violations

Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Mambo sauce dated 1/4 was observed exceeding 7 days. PIC disposed of.

3-501.18

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (shelled eggs, beef) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (beer) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.

3-302.11

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen 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 in kitchen. 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. PIC informed to increase pest control services.

6-501.111

Warewashing sink compartments insufficient or improperly set up

Inspector notes: At time of inspection, establishment was lacking a 3-bay sink. Inspector observed dishwasher and rinse sink. A sink with at least 3 compartments shall be provided for manually washing, rinsing, and SANITIZING EQUIPMENT and UTENSILS. PIC informed.

4-301.12

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Missing floor tiles were observed in the kitchen and bar area. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. PIC informed.

6-501.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

Inspector notes: The ice scoop is stored on an unclean surface (top of the ice machine) between uses. During pauses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location. PIC informed.

3-304.12

Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected

Inspector notes: Protective shielding is not provided for the lights in the kitchen area. Light bulbs must be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. PIC informed.

6-202.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the dishwasher has an accumulation of rodent droppings. PIC informed.

4-602.13

Approved thawing methods used

Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, ROP tuna was thawing with package intact. Reduced oxygen packaging fish that bears a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use shall be removed from the reduced oxygen environment. Temperature was observed to be over 38 degrees Fahrenheit, PIC voluntarily disposed.

3-501.12

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the kitchen and dining area, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors. PIC informed.

6-202.15

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mambo Sushi Restaurant and Lounge last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mambo Sushi Restaurant and Lounge on file is from Apr 14, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Mambo Sushi Restaurant and Lounge compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Mambo Sushi Restaurant and Lounge most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.

Has Mambo Sushi Restaurant and Lounge's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Mambo Sushi Restaurant and Lounge have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mambo Sushi Restaurant and Lounge 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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