Mokban
Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026
95
Score
Going back to 2023, Mokban has five inspections in the public record. On Feb 4, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from six violations to one.
When inspectors have written things up, food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Providence restaurant scores 80. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 4, 2026
Environmental Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas
Inspector notes: One light under ventilation hood was non-functional at the time of this inspection.
6-303.11
95
Jul 9, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
95
Jun 18, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was 0 parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be 200 ppm. 3-bay sink was set-up with chlorine during inspection. Technician was contacted during inspection.
4-501.114
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (fish, eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (vegetables, cooked foods) in the prep unit and reach-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. PIC relocated foods during inspection.
3-302.11
Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher was in excess of 200 parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm. Technician was contacted during inspection and informed inspector that he is in process of obtaining a part and will return to establishment to adjust concentration. PIC asked dish washer to cease use of dish machine until further notice.
4-501.114
Sanitizer test kit not available
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the dish machine. Inspector provided.
4-302.14
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, & display
Inspector notes: Containers of food were observed stored on the floor in the dry storage area. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.12
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Working containers of spices 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. PIC had staff label during inspection.
3-302.12
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, & display
Inspector notes: Rice was being prepared (in rice cooker) in an unapproved food preparation area (storage room). PIC informed.
3-305.14
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair: -rice cooker (control held with tape) -Prep unit door (held with tape) -Refrigerator door gaskets.
4-501.11
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The condensate from the roof units is draining into the 3-bay sink. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain. Line was temporarily moved to a container.
5-403.12
Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The grease receptacle and the area surrounding the receptacle has an accumulation of grease.
5-501.116
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors under shelving in the dry storage area and under the ice machine have an accumulation of debris and old droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
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Jun 27, 2023
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Gaskets for 3 door refrigerator were observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
95
Jun 7, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Employees not reporting illness or health conditions
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: There was no evidence that employees are required to report to the person in charge information about their health (illnesses, symptoms) as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. Provided state example to PIC.
2-201.11
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-602.11
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in several refrigeration unit(s). Cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.
4-203.12
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 sinks and sanitizer buckets.
4-302.14
Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: Shellfish tags must be maintained for 90 days in chronological order and the date when the last shellfish was used from the bag must be noted on the shellfish tag.
3-203.12
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Per interview of cook, sautéed veggies were placed hot in the prep unit in a container greater than four inches deep. Ice bath was made to continue cooling process.
3-501.15
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Lighting panel in back prep area was observed burned out.
6-501.11
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the basement area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Gaskets for 3 door refrigerator was observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: The door to the toilet rooms are not self-closing.
6-501.19
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mokban last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mokban on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mokban?
Across the inspection record, food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Mokban.
How does Mokban compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Mokban most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.
Has Mokban's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Mokban have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about six previously.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Mokban 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 Mokban inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mokban is inspected around two times per year on average.
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