Papis Tacos Express

342 Budlong Rd, Cranston, RI 02920

Mexican / Latin

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Feb 13, 2025

Score

Low Risk

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. Papis Tacos Express was last inspected on Feb 13, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

The latest visit found two violations, down from five violations the time before.

Food-contact surfaces accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing one time across the record.

The city-wide average sits at 88, which Papis Tacos Express's 78 doesn't quite reach. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 13, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration of the sanitizing solution dispenser at the 3-bay sink was 100 parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be 200-400 ppm. Ware-washing procedures reviewed with PIC at the time of inspection. Establishment to manually use chlorine sanitizing solution until the sanitizer dispenser is recalibrated.

4-501.114

No soap available at handwashing sink

Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the kitchen. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.

6-301.11

Jan 29, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 5 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as avocados) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.

3-302.11

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: A strainer was observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.

5-205.11

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

Inspector notes: Chicken, carnitas and other items were 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 & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used

Inspector notes: Wood observed under the food prep unit. 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.

4-101.17

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The left door of the prep unit was observed in poor repair (door loose/detached from unit). Equipment must be maintained in good repair and proper adjustment.

4-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Papis Tacos Express last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Papis Tacos Express on file is from Feb 13, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Papis Tacos Express?

Across the inspection record, food-contact surfaces has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Papis Tacos Express.

How does Papis Tacos Express compare to other restaurants in Cranston?

Papis Tacos Express most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Cranston average of 88.

Has Papis Tacos Express's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Papis Tacos Express have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about five previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Papis Tacos Express means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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