Now or Never

301 Harris Ave, Providence, RI 02909
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Dec 29, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk

The inspection history at Now or Never is still short, with only two visits logged. The most recent visit was on Dec 29, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

The city-wide average for Providence sits at 80, putting Now or Never on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.

2
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 29, 2025
Reinspection for Opening
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: Parts of the floor in the bar area and kitchen area are constructed of unsealed concrete, which is not durable, easily cleanable, or non-absorbent. The materials for indoor floors must be durable, easily cleanable and nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms. Approved material list was provided to PIC at the time of inspection.
6-201.13
95
Nov 26, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: The walls by the 3-bay sink and hand sink are constructed of brick. This material is not durable. Materials for wall surfaces shall be smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms. Per PIC, FRP will be put behind the 3-bay sink and hand sink.
6-201.11
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Now or Never last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Now or Never on file is from Dec 29, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Now or Never compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Now or Never most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.

Has Now or Never's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Now or Never have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Now or Never means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.