Marascos Bar and Grille
Last inspected: Feb 11, 2025
95
Score
Inspectors have visited Marascos Bar and Grille seven times, with records going back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 11, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
There hasn't been much movement either way: results have stayed near two violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
Compared to the broader Cranston restaurant scene, where the average is 88, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 11, 2025
Environmental Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Old rodent droppings were observed behind boxes next to the walk-in. Area to be cleaned. Grease was observed underneath equipment in the the kitchen. Floor to be cleaned.
6-501.12
95
Dec 30, 2024
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Dec 9, 2024
Environmental Complaint
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (beef and eggs_ were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. Handout provided.
3-302.11
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
Inspector notes: A box of sugar was observed with rodent droppings on top of it. Box was open. Box was voluntarily disposed of.
3-101.11
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Potatoes and single service containers were observed stored on the floor. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.12
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 & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Beverage tubing was observed in contact with ice used for drinks at the bar. Beverage tubing and cold plate beverage cooling devices must not be in contact with stored ice.
4-204.16
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine in the back has an accumulation of bio-film. Ice machine must be washed, rinsed, and sanitized.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Old rodent droppings were observed in the kitchen next to the 3-bay sink and under the prep table near the entrance of the kitchen.
6-501.12
55
Mar 14, 2024
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Feb 29, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A can of pineapple juice was observed with rodent droppings. Person in charge voluntarily disposed of item at the time of inspection.
3-101.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by droppings in the ware-washing, back storage, and bar area. 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. Person in charge to routinely clean and monitor affected areas daily. Pest control recommended to increase bi-weekly until rodent activity is resolved. Plan of action for eliminating rodent activity to be developed and implemented by person in charge. Plan of action and pest control reports to be sent to inspector by 3/4/23.
6-501.111
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Can opener moved to ware-washing area at the time of inspection to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the back storage area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors under the cooking equipmentt have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
64
Feb 2, 2024
Reinspection for Opening
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the back storage area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
95
Feb 1, 2024
Opening
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dish machine at the bar.
4-204.115
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the quaternary ammonium sanitizing solution for the 3-bay sink.
4-302.14
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors throughout the facility were observed with an accumulation of rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Refuse or recyclables not stored properly
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the back storage area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.113
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Marascos Bar and Grille last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Marascos Bar and Grille on file is from Feb 11, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Marascos Bar and Grille?
Across the inspection record, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Marascos Bar and Grille.
How does Marascos Bar and Grille compare to other restaurants in Cranston?
Marascos Bar and Grille most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Cranston average of 88.
Has Marascos Bar and Grille's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Marascos Bar and Grille have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around two per visit.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Marascos Bar and Grille means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Marascos Bar and Grille inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Marascos Bar and Grille is inspected around seven times per year on average.
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