Plainfield Meat Market
Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026
55
Score
There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 3, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around eight violations each.
“Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
That's lower than the typical Providence restaurant, which scores around 80. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 3, 2026
Food Complaint
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Fish and salted fish was observed held between 44-45 degrees Fahrenheit in the produce open air unit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. All fish was moved to walk-in cooler at the time of inspection. Establishment is not to store any TCS foods in the right side of the produce open air unit until it is able to hold an internal food temperature of 41 DF or less.
3-501.16(A)
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Working containers used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies were not marked with the common name of the chemical. Spray bottles were labeled at the time of inspection.
7-102.11
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, & display
Inspector notes: Various food was observed stored on the floor in the walk-in freezer and retail area. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.12
Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The outside dumpster area was observed with an accumulation of debris. Dumpster areas must be maintained.
5-501.115
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors and walls 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
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the produce walk-in cooler fans have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Non-food contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch.
4-602.13
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The retail refrigeration and freezer gaskets were observed in poor repair. Gaskets must be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back entrance, 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
55
Jan 16, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Salted fish was observed held at 45 degrees Fahrenheit. At time of inspection, air flow was blocked in produce case. PIC was informed on proper storage. PIC moved fish to another refrigeration unit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling.
3-501.16(A)
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. Inspector observed (chicken) stored above (beef) in the meat case. Except when combined as ingredients, different types of raw animal foods must be separated from each other during storage by using separate equipment or arrranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented.
3-302.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Gloves were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of shelving in the meat area. 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. PIC informed.
4-101.17
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The dumpster area has an accumulation of litter, leaf litter, and debris. The dumpster area must be maintained clean to prevent harborage for pests. PIC informed.
5-501.115
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures in the following areas was observed in poor repair. 1. Meat area wall (behind band saw) observed incomplete seal. 2. Meat walk-in cooler (doorway wall) observed incomplete seal. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch. PIC informed.
6-201.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The fan in the walk-in cooler area has an accumulation of dust, dirt and soil residue. 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 floors and walls 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. PIC informed.
6-501.12
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Plainfield Meat Market last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Plainfield Meat Market on file is from Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Plainfield Meat Market?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Plainfield Meat Market.
How does Plainfield Meat Market compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Plainfield Meat Market most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.
Has Plainfield Meat Market's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Plainfield Meat Market have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Plainfield Meat Market means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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