Nelvas Cakes

39 Phenix Avenue, Cranston, RI 02910

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Processor Retail - In-State

Last inspected: May 13, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for Nelvas Cakes. The most recent visit was on May 13, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent inspections show fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest at two versus five before.

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Compared to other Cranston restaurants (averaging 88), there's room to close the gap. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

May 13, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: (Chemicals) were stored with food, equipment, utensils, or single service items. Chemicals must be stored to prevent the contamination of clean equipment, utensils linens, and/or single service by spacing or partitioning and locating them in an area that is not above food, equipment utensils, linens, and single service articles. PIC relocated chemicals.

7-201.11

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used

Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of 3-bay and prep sink. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material.

4-101.17

Apr 8, 2024

Opening

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations

Inspector notes: An allergy statement is lacking on the menu.

2-103.11

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used

Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of 3-bay sink. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material.

4-101.17

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered. Lid was in poor repair not allowing dumpster to fully shut.

5-501.113

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The tiles in the kitchen are in poor repair.

6-501.11

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back 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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Nelvas Cakes last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Nelvas Cakes on file is from May 13, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Nelvas Cakes?

Across the inspection record, food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Nelvas Cakes.

How does Nelvas Cakes compare to other restaurants in Cranston?

Nelvas Cakes most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Cranston average of 88.

Has Nelvas Cakes's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Nelvas Cakes 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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