Nara Lounge

248 Atwells Ave, Providence, RI 02903

Bar / Pub

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Sep 7, 2023

100

Score

Low Risk

Nara Lounge has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. On Sep 7, 2023, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Nara Lounge's record stops at Sep 7, 2023, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from six violations to zero.

When inspectors have written things up, food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated has been the most frequent reason, cited one time.

Nara Lounge's latest score of 100 sits above the Providence average of 80. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Sep 7, 2023

Reinspection for Opening

No violations found.

100

Sep 6, 2023

Environmental Complaint

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented

Inspector notes: Food observed in direct contact with rodent droppings. Affected foods to be voluntarily disposed.

3-101.11

Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations

Inspector notes: The Person in charge did not assure compliance with critical code requirements. Management's plan for assessing, monitoring, and controlling foodborne disease hazards is inadequate.

2-103.11

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by rodent droppings in direct contact with food and linens and dead rodent carcass. 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. Rodent carcass to be removed from the premises.

6-501.111

Food contaminated by miscellaneous source

Inspector notes: Food was observed stored directly under leaking sewage pipe. Food to be disposed.

3-307.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Multiple structural openings observed in basement. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located on the main floor, 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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Nara Lounge last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Nara Lounge on file is from Sep 7, 2023. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Nara Lounge?

Across the inspection record, food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Nara Lounge.

How does Nara Lounge compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Nara Lounge most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.

Has Nara Lounge's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Nara Lounge have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around zero violations compared to about six previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Nara Lounge means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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