Marvin

468 Wickenden St, Providence, RI 02903

Pizza

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Apr 3, 2025

Score

High Risk

Marvin has only one inspection on file, a thin record to work from. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 3, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Across the inspection history, proper cold holding temperatures is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded one time.

Restaurants in Providence average 80, so Marvin trails the local norm. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 3, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

View 8 violations

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

Inspector notes: 3-door low boy was observed holding ambient temperature 0f 47 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per interview of PIC, unit was recently restocked/open to fill prep unit. Temperature was adjusted to maintain an ambient temperature of 41 degrees or colder.

3-501.16(A)

Toxic materials not stored separately from food (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Chemicals were stored on the same shelf with food/equipment/single service articles in the basement prep area Bottle was moved from shelving.

7-201.11

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

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

No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The establishment does not have a written procedure for cleaning vomit and diarrhea. Inspector provided RIDOH guidance.

2-501.11

Required records available; molluscan shellfish identification, parasite destruction

Inspector notes: Molluscan Shellfish tags did not have all of the required information. Date of last item sold/discarded was lacking on several tags. PIC informed.

3-402.12

Food storage containers not labeled with contents

Inspector notes: Working containers of dry and liquid 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

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Several ceiling times were observed missing in the basement prep area. Per PIC, establishment had repair work performed recently; technician is scheduled to finalize work and replace tiles.

6-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Marvin last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Marvin on file is from Apr 3, 2025. The public record contains one inspection in total.

What is the most common violation at Marvin?

Across the inspection record, proper cold holding temperatures has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Marvin.

How does Marvin compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Marvin most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Marvin 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.

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Score: 90 — Low Risk

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