Plant City Providence

334 S Water St, Providence, RI 02903

Grocery / Market

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Dec 31, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records show three inspections at Plant City Providence stretching back to 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 31, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things are looking better: the most recent inspection turned up three violations, compared to six violations previously.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing one time across the record.

Plant City Providence's latest score is in line with the Providence average of 80. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 31, 2025

Environmental Complaint

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

View 3 violations

No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

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

6-301.11

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: The ceiling and walls in the mixer area has an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.114

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Employees' clothing or other personal belongings were observed stored in the dishwashing area. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be used for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and other possessions. Items relocated during inspection.

6-305.11

May 19, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 8 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.

View 9 violations

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener, slicer) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Items taken out of service to be cleaned and sanitized.

4-601.11(A)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The walls and shelving in the walk-in 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

Food storage containers not labeled with contents (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Working containers of sauces 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. Staff were instructed to label bottles.

3-302.12

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Cans and other containers of food were observed stored on the floor in the under-stairwell storage area; a bag of flour was observed on the floor in the bakery area. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Flour was relocated during inspection.

3-305.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Bowls are being used as scoops in containers of corn and other dishes. Utensils used to dispense non-time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods such as sugar and flour must be stored in the food item with their handles above the top of the food within the container. PIC removed.

3-304.12

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: -stand mixer -fan guard of floor fan -can opener base -small hot box. PIC instructed staff to clean items during inspection.

4-601.11(B)

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Inspector notes: The drain line from the bar taps is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.

5-401.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair: -walk-in floor tiles -floor-wall junctures in dry storage room.

6-501.11

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Discarded ice was observed in the hand-washing sink at the coffee bar. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing. PIC informed, staff instructed to cease practice.

6-301.13

Aug 25, 2023

Food Complaint

2 major violations.

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Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

Inspector notes: Food debris was observed in the pizza prep hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing. PIC informed.

5-205.11

Food thermometer not available or accessible

Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in the sandwich prep refrigeration unit(s). Cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.

4-302.12

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Plant City Providence last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Plant City Providence on file is from Dec 31, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Plant City Providence?

Across the inspection record, adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Plant City Providence.

How does Plant City Providence compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Plant City Providence most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Providence average of 80.

Has Plant City Providence's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Plant City Providence have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around three violations compared to about six previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Plant City Providence 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 Plant City Providence inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Plant City Providence is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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