Mcauley House

622 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI 02907

License: Food Service (Non-Profit)

Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Mcauley House appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2023. Mcauley House was last inspected on Mar 2, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

The trend has been moving in the right direction: five violations last time, three this time.

The pattern that stands out is warewashing facilities, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Providence average 80, so Mcauley House trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 2, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

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

Inspector notes: Salad was observed held at 53 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC placed salad container in ice bath for service.

3-501.16(A)

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.

4-302.13

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

Inspector notes: Various cooked items were observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.

3-501.17

Sep 4, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of (rodents) is not controlled as evidenced by (a small accumulation of droppings in basement). 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. Establishment to continue with pcs services 1x monthly.

6-501.111

Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Inspector observed dead rodent in basement 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.PIC removed from premises.

6-501.112

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the (dumpster) 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 in good repair

Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures in basement area is in poor repair. Observed holes and gaps. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. Per PIC, construction of basement area is scheduled take place 9/8/2024.

6-501.11

May 23, 2023

Routine

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by droppings throughout the basement 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.

6-501.111

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 in the kitchen area.

4-302.13

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: The ceiling in the basement food storage area is in poor repair(exposed insulation and pipes). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-201.17

Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

Inspector notes: The basement storage area has an accumulation of soil residue and droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-201.11

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: The receptacle in the women's toilet room is lacking a cover. A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.

5-501.17

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the outside dumpster area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.

6-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mcauley House last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mcauley House on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mcauley House?

Across the inspection record, warewashing facilities has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mcauley House.

How does Mcauley House compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Mcauley House most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

Has Mcauley House's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Mcauley House have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around three violations compared to about five previously.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Mcauley House means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Mcauley House inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mcauley House is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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