Ovs Restaurant

489 Allens Ave, Providence, RI 02905

Café / Breakfast

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: May 28, 2025

Score

High Risk

Ovs Restaurant has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. The most recent report on file is from May 28, 2025. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “food-contact surfaces” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

The city-wide average sits at 80, which Ovs Restaurant's 52 doesn't quite reach. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 28, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 7 violations

Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: (Potatoes (homefries)), which was prepared in advance, was not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours.PIC voluntarily disposed of food product.

3-501.14

Restricted-use pesticide applied improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Inspector observed spray can of rodenticide. PIC informed to remove chemicals from establishment.

7-206.11

Improper cooling methods used

Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Per interview of (PIC), (Homefries) was placed hot in the refrigerator in containers greater than four inches deep.

3-501.15

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of (rodents ) is not controlled as evidenced by (droppings in kitchen and front counter area and burrows near dumpster area ). 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 at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.

2-102.12(A)

Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained

Inspector notes: The dumpster and grease trap outside is located on (grass and soil). The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain.

5-501.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors in kitchen area under 3 bay sink and equipment have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Mar 13, 2024

Routine

2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 6 violations

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) 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)

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The chlorine concentration in the sanitizing solution of the dishwasher was 0 parts per million (ppm). The concentration of chlorine in the sanitizing solution must be between 50-100 ppm. PIC called for service and informed to sanitize in 3 bay sink.

4-601.11(A)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Observed hand wash sink to be held together with tape. 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.

4-501.11

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Onions were observed stored on the floor in the kitchen. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

3-305.11

Food contaminated by miscellaneous source

Inspector notes: Various foods located in reach-in freezers, were uncovered and unprotected from contamination.

3-307.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Observed walk in freezer to have an accumulation of frost buildup.

4-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ovs Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ovs Restaurant on file is from May 28, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ovs Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ovs Restaurant.

How does Ovs Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Ovs Restaurant most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

Has Ovs Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ovs Restaurant have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Ovs Restaurant 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.

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