Oak View Group

1 Sabin Street, Providence, RI 02903
License: Caterer or Commissary
Last inspected: Jan 8, 2025
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Score
High Risk

Oak View Group has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. The most recent visit was on Jan 8, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around nine violations, down from roughly 11 violations earlier in the record.

When inspectors have written things up, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.

That's lower than the typical Providence restaurant, which scores around 80. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 8, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soft cheeses were observed exceeding 7 days. PIC disposed.
3-501.18
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Sandwiches and salads 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.
3-602.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by droppings. 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.
6-501.111
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety licensed with RIDOH. Inspector provided application.
2-102.12
Food storage containers not labeled with contents (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Working containers of oil and water are not labeled with the common name of the food. Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages, such as flour, herbs, salt, sugar, and spices must be labeled with the common name of the food.
3-302.12
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Sheet pans were observed stored on a wooden/carpeted dolly. PIC had trays brought to be cleaned and sanitized; dolly removed.
3-307.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the stand mixers, waffle makers have an accumulation of food residue and other debris. The non-food contact surfaces of the rolling rack had an accumulation of rodent droppings. Staff cleaned and sanitized during inspection.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The following was observed in poor repair: -floor tiles in dry storage area -ceiling paint peeling in dry storage area -wall paint in kitchen near catering supplies. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors in the dry storage and kitchen area have an accumlation of rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
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May 23, 2024
Opening
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Toxic materials not stored separately from food (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Insect aerosol was stored on the same shelf with food/equipment/single service articles in the food preparation area.
7-201.11
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with orange/red biofilm. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents and flies are not controlled as evidenced by droppings and dead insects. 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. PIC informed.
6-501.111
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, handwash sink in the employee break area was inoperable. PIC informed.
5-205.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of rodent droppings. PIC informed. 1. Dishwasher (ledge) 2. Equipment storage (shelving)
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors in the following areas have an accumulation of rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. PIC informed. 1. Ovens (behind) 2. Sinks (throughout kitchen) 3. Ware-washing area (throughout) 4. Equipment storage (behind)
6-501.12
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: The wall junctures in the ware-washing area do not have coving, observed exposed sheetrock. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch. PIC informed.
6-201.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The wall in the ware-washing area is in poor repair, observed chipping paint and exposed sheetrock. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. PIC informed.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors and walls throughout the facility have an accumulation of dust, soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. PIC informed.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The fans in the walk-in cooler (beverage) have an accumulation of dust and soil residue. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. PIC informed.
6-501.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Ice machine door was not in good repair, observed being held together with tape. PIC informed.
4-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Oak View Group last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Oak View Group on file is from Jan 8, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Oak View Group?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Oak View Group.

How does Oak View Group compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Oak View Group most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

Has Oak View Group's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Oak View Group have averaged around nine violations per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Oak View Group 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.