New York System

361 Waterman Avenue, East Providence, RI 02914
American
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026
47
Score
High Risk

New York System has been inspected three times since 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 24, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around nine violations lately compared to roughly four violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable”, which has been cited three times.

Restaurants in East Providence average 79, so New York System trails the local norm. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
4
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 24, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: The hot water at the handsink is not currently working as it is leaking. Service call has been placed. Plumbing must be maintained in good repair.
5-205.15
Equipment or utensils not clean (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.
4-601.11(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Deli meats and prepared foods observed not marked with the date of preparation/slicing. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared/sliced in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation/slicing.
3-501.17
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: Menu is lacking an allergen statement. Per interview, new menus are to be printed soon and will have an allergen statement.
2-103.11
Warewashing facilities; installed maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dishwasher.
4-204.115
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets of the 2-door reach-in were observed in poor repair, split away from the door. Gaskets are to be replaced.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the 2-door reach-in condenser fans as well as the outer surfaces and gaskets of equipment have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
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. Certification expired in January. Owner/operator is taking an approved food safety management class and will recertify with RIDOH Center for Food Protection as the Certified Food Safety Manager. Application provided.
2-102.12(A)
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The flooring throughout the kitchen, under the 3-bay sink, and at a section of the counter is in poor repair. Tiles are missing leaving exposed wood. Per interview of owner/operator, the floor is in the process of being repaired a section at a time. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-101.11
47
Mar 20, 2025
Routine
5 major violations. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: Menu is lacking an allergen statement.
2-103.11
Equipment or utensils not clean (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.
4-601.11(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Deli meats and prepared foods observed not marked with the date of preparation/slicing. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared/sliced in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation/slicing.
3-501.17
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in the 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
Warewashing facilities; installed maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dishwasher. The facility is also lacking test strips for the chlorine sanitizing solution for the 3-bay sink.
4-204.115
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The flooring throughout the kitchen, under the 3-bay sink, and at a section of the counter is in poor repair. Tiles are missing leaving exposed wood. Per interview of owner/operator, the floor is in the process of being repaired a section at a time. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. Flooring must be repaired using materials that are smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent.
6-101.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets of the 2-door reach-in were observed in poor repair, split away from the door. Gaskets must be replaced.
4-501.11
55
Mar 14, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: The floor throughout the kitchen and in a section of the counter area is in poor repair. Tiles are missing leaving exposed wood. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. Progress has been made. Flooring is to be repaired using proper materials that are smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent.
6-201.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gasket of the 2-door reach-in observed in poor repair, splitting away from the door.
4-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was New York System last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at New York System on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at New York System?

Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at New York System.

How does New York System compare to other restaurants in East Providence?

New York System most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the East Providence average of 79.

Has New York System's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at New York System have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at New York System 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 New York System inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, New York System is inspected roughly once per year on average.