Modern Bistro
Last inspected: Apr 8, 2025
47
Score
Going back to 2023, Modern Bistro has three inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Apr 8, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around eight violations across recent inspections versus roughly 10 violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food-contact surfaces”, showing up two times.
Modern Bistro's latest score of 47 falls below the Cumberland average of 88. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
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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
Apr 8, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Pest Control poison was observed not contained in the back storage area. Rodenticides most be contained. Pesticide was disposed of
7-206.13
Backflow prevention air gap not adequate
Inspector notes: The pre-flush spray hose at the three bay is hanging below the flood rim. A plumbing system shall be installed to prevent backflow of a liquid or gas contaminant into the water supply by providing an air gap or installing an approved backflow prevention device.
5-202.13
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.
4-601.11(A)
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the quat sanitizing solution for the three bay.
4-302.14
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Open packages of Deli Meat was 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
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served. No employee with Food Safety Training is registered with the RIDOH.
2-102.12(A)
Nonfood-contact surfaces have cracks, ledges, or crevices
Inspector notes: The non food contact surfaces of the prep tables located in the kitchen area was observed not in good repair. Tables must be maintained in good repair.
4-202.16
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
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Jul 14, 2023
Re-Inspection
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Walk-in unit racks are observed rusted and not in good repair. racks must be replaced.
4-101.15
Backflow prevention device does not meet design standard
Inspector notes: The pre-flush spray hose at the 3 bay sink is hanging below the flood rim. A plumbing system shall be installed to prevent backflow of a liquid or gas contaminant into the water supply by providing an air gap or installing an approved backflow prevention device.
5-202.14
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.
2-102.12
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The screen door to the outside, located in the kitchen, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: Some ceiling in the preparation area and kitchen area is covered with tiles that are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable. Some ceiling tiles are in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-201.11
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: The floor coving in the storage area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-201.13
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Jun 21, 2023
Routine
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Backflow prevention device does not meet design standard
Inspector notes: The pre-flush spray hose at the 3 bay sink is hanging below the flood rim. A plumbing system shall be installed to prevent backflow of a liquid or gas contaminant into the water supply by providing an air gap or installing an approved backflow prevention device.
5-202.14
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Inspector notes: Walk-in unit racks are observed rusted and not in good repair. racks must be replaced.
4-101.15
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher was 0 parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm.
4-501.114
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: Management's plan for assessing, monitoring, and controlling foodborne disease hazards is inadequate.
2-103.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of the ice machine was observed with an accumulation of black/brown residue. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by mice droppings. 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
Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas
Inspector notes: The light is out at the preparation areas. The lighting should be adequate in preparation areas. Lighting levels are specified so that sufficient light is available to enable employees to perform certain functions such as reading labels; discerning the color of substances; identifying toxic materials; recognizing the condition of food, utensils, and supplies; and safely conducting general food establishment operations and clean-up.
6-303.11
Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected
Inspector notes: Protective shielding is not provided for the lights in the storage 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.
6-202.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.
2-102.12
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The screen door to the outside, located in the kitchen, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the fan next to the walk-in cooler have an accumulation of dust, dirt. - Floor at the walk-in cooler.
4-601.11(B)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors and walls throughout the facility 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
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: Some ceiling in the preparation area and kitchen area is covered with tiles that are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable. Some ceiling tiles are in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-201.11
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: The floor coving in the storage area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-201.13
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Modern Bistro last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Modern Bistro on file is from Apr 8, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Modern Bistro?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Modern Bistro.
How does Modern Bistro compare to other restaurants in Cumberland?
Modern Bistro most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Cumberland average of 88.
Has Modern Bistro's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Modern Bistro have averaged around eight violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Modern Bistro 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 Modern Bistro inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Modern Bistro is inspected around two times per year on average.
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