Nowa Management Llc/ La Marketa
Last inspected: Jun 16, 2025
100
Score
Inspectors have visited Nowa Management Llc/ La Marketa six times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Jun 16, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near nine violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “garbage & refuse properly disposed”, showing up six times.
Compared to the broader Providence restaurant scene, where the average is 80, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Jun 16, 2025
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jun 2, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 14 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 20 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: The condensate from the meat case refrigeration unit is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-402.13
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods were not stored properly to prevent cross-contamination. Except when combined as ingredients, different types of raw animal foods must be separated from each other during storage by using separate equipment or arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented.
3-302.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (knives) 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)
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the quat ammonium sanitizing solution for the 3 bay sink.
4-302.14
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Staff failed to sanitize equipment and utensils after washing and rinsing them. After being cleaned, equipment and utensils must be sanitized in the 3-bay-sink or dishwasher. PIC informed and equipment was sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Person in charge not present
Inspector notes: No person in charge was present as needed at the time of inspection.
2-101.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Salted fish and watermelon was observed held at 61-65 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC relocated to another cooler.
3-501.16(A)
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
Inspector notes: Beans and peanuts packaged in the food establishment are lacking labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address. PIC informed.
3-302.12
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the walk-in cooler, 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
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Drinks were observed stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Produce cooler was not in good repair, ambient observed at 65F. PIC to not store TCS foods in unit until it reaches an ambient temperature of 41F or below.
4-501.11
Utensils or thermometers not in good repair or calibrated
Inspector notes: At time of inspection, walk-in cooler was leaking into a bucket. Per interview with PIC, service has been contacted.
4-502.11(A)
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: The cutting boards in the meat area are very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.
4-501.12
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the meat case has an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: The refuse area has an accumulation of trash and debris.
5-501.115
Insects, rodents & animals not present
Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered.
5-501.113
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the meat area area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
Mops not properly air-dried after use
Inspector notes: Mops must be allowed to air dry after use.
6-501.16
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: The floors in the meat area are constructed of wood 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.
6-201.11
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures in the meat area (Floor) and walk-in cooler (doorframe) do not have coving. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.
6-201.13
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Feb 20, 2024
Routine
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (meat bandsaw and grinder) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. PIC stated the equipment was last used yesterday. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Various fruits and vegetables packaged in the food establishment are lacking labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address. PIC has new label system that meets minimum labeling requirements. PIC must ensure that staff are consistent in using and labeling containers.
3-602.11
Live animals present in food establishment
Inspector notes: Two cats were observed in the basement at the time of inspection.
6-501.115
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the meat case tracks have minor accumulation of food residue and other debris.
4-602.13
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The refuse area has an accumulation of trash and debris.
5-501.115
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The gaskets on the door to the Walk-in located in the meat department area was not in good repair.
4-501.11
64
Dec 29, 2023
Reinspection for Opening
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of the knives that were delivered this morning were observed with an accumulation of debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Knives are to be cleaned and sanitized before use.
4-601.11(A)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the meat case including the door tracks have an accumulation of food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
86
Dec 20, 2023
Reinspection for Opening
1 major violation. 8 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (meat bandsaw, meat grinder) 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)
Food does not meet standards of identity
Inspector notes: Various produce items re-packaged in the food establishment are lacking proper labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address.
3-601.11
Gloves used incorrectly or not changed when required
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employees were observed donning gloves prior to handwashing. PIC informed, and staff instructed to wash hands prior to donning gloves.
3-304.15(B)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The right side of meat display case was not in good repair. One glass pane was missing from a door. Chipped glass and shards of glass were observed inside one section of the case, along the door edge, and within the door tracks. Inspectors did not observe any glass on product at the time of inspection. Staff removed products from that area of display case during inspection. THIS AREA OF THE DISPLAY CASE IS NOT TO BE USED UNTIL THE DOORS ARE REPAIRED.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The meat band saw was not in good repair, with one piece broken off a knob, and irregular welding on the base panel, impacting its ability to be cleaned and sanitized.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the meat band saw, meat grinder, meat grinder table, and meat display case have an accumulation of stickers & adhesive, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The dumpster area has an accumulation of unused/broken equipment, litter, leaf litter.
5-501.115
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures in the meat area have coving that is not properly installed. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.
6-201.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed around the dumpster area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.11
61
Nov 29, 2023
Opening
5 major violations. 14 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 19 violations
Food thermometer not available or accessible
Inspector notes: The establishment is lacking a thermometer to test food temperatures. Food temperature measuring devices shall be provided and be readily accessible for checking cooking, cooling, reheating, and hot/cold holding temperatures of time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods.
4-302.12
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the 3-bay sink.
4-302.14
Insufficient number of handwashing sinks
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the meat area had a hose attached to faucet. A hand-washing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use. PIC removed the hose at time of insection.
5-203.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of meat grinder and meat bandsaw 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: Establishment-made marinade was observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.
3-501.17
Food does not meet standards of identity
Inspector notes: Fruits, nuts, fish packaged in the food establishment are lacking labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address.
3-601.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The doors to the outside are 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
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Various food items were observed stored on the floor in the market. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Single service items are not being stored properly in their original protective package and/or are stored on a surface that is not clean in the meat area.
4-903.11(A)
Nonfood-contact surfaces have cracks, ledges, or crevices
Inspector notes: Shelving located in the walk-in refrigerator were not in good repair.
4-202.16
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following areas have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. air curtains (moldy) walk-in fan covers ice machine plastic cart meat case (including door tracks) ice cream chest freezer (ice accumulation) chest freezer (basement) Produce unit
4-602.13
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Mop water observed disposed outside the back door. Mop water must be disposed of in the service sink.
5-403.12
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: The dumpster area had an accumulation of litter, leaf litter, and unused items.
5-501.115
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures in the meat area do not have coving. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.
6-201.13
Mops not properly air-dried after use
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the basement. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.16
Mops not properly air-dried after use
Inspector notes: Mops must be allowed to air dry after use.
6-501.16
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floors in the meat area, walk-in cooler, and basement steps have an accumulation of soil residue, debris, and leaves. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The meat area and walk-in cooler are in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Employees' clothing or other personal belongings were observed stored in the meat area. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be used for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and other possessions.
6-305.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Nowa Management Llc/ La Marketa last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Nowa Management Llc/ La Marketa on file is from Jun 16, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Nowa Management Llc/ La Marketa?
Across the inspection record, “garbage & refuse properly disposed” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Nowa Management Llc/ La Marketa.
How does Nowa Management Llc/ La Marketa compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Nowa Management Llc/ La Marketa most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.
Has Nowa Management Llc/ La Marketa's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Nowa Management Llc/ La Marketa have averaged around nine violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Nowa Management Llc/ La Marketa 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 Nowa Management Llc/ La Marketa inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Nowa Management Llc/ La Marketa is inspected around four times per year on average.
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