Pf Changs China Bistro

111 Providence Place, Providence, RI 02903

Chinese

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Jun 27, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Pf Changs China Bistro has five inspections on file, the first dated 2023. On Jun 27, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “insects, rodents & animals not present”, showing up three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Providence restaurant scores 80. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jun 27, 2025

Environmental Complaint

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The presence of small flies is not controlled as evidenced by small flies around garnish container. 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. Container was placed in dishwasher.

6-501.111

Jun 10, 2025

Environmental Complaint

1 minor violation.

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Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the bar dish machine (near chemical dispensing mechanism) have an accumulation of rust and residue.

4-602.13

Mar 25, 2025

Re-Inspection

1 major violation.

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Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of rodents are not controlled as evidenced by droppings in the bar 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

Mar 11, 2025

Routine

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

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: White rice was observed held at 102 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC discarded.

3-501.16(A)

Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: The chlorine concentration in the sanitizing solution of the bar dishwasher was 0 parts per million (ppm). The concentration of chlorine in the sanitizing solution must be between 50-100 ppm. PIC will sanitize at the kitchen dishwasher.

4-501.114

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of rodents are not controlled as evidenced by droppings in the kitchen and bar areas. 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. PCS was called while on site.

6-501.111

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils food storage containers were observed with an accumulation of debris and residue. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.

4-601.11(A)

Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage

Inspector notes: Several stacks of containers were observed with condensation. Equipment and utensils must be properly air dried prior to stacking.

4-901.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the black carts have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-602.13

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the kitchen areas. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.

6-501.114

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings throughout the facility 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

Nov 22, 2023

Environmental Complaint

2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener) 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)

Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dish machine at the kitchen.

4-302.13

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Tile observed in poor repair by booth and statue. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located at the front, 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

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Dramha lowboy refrigerator and wok lowboy refrigerator are in poor repair. Service orders in place.

4-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pf Changs China Bistro last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pf Changs China Bistro on file is from Jun 27, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pf Changs China Bistro?

Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents & animals not present” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Pf Changs China Bistro.

How does Pf Changs China Bistro compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Pf Changs China Bistro most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.

Has Pf Changs China Bistro's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pf Changs China Bistro have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pf Changs China Bistro 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 Pf Changs China Bistro inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pf Changs China Bistro is inspected around three times per year on average.

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