Providence Bagel
Last inspected: Jul 17, 2024
74
Score
Providence Bagel appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2024. The most recent report on file is from Jul 17, 2024. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around four violations lately and about 14 violations before that.
Looking across the full record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
The city-wide average sits at 80, which Providence Bagel's 74 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 17, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The condensate from the island oasis and espresso machine is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-402.13
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
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back kitchen, 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
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors in the storage area have an accumulation of rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
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Jul 11, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 8 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 13 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: The condensate from the espresso machine and island oasis machine is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-402.13
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: No person in charge was present as needed at the time of inspection.
2-103.11
No soap available at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
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
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (cutting boards) were observed with an accumulation of black and brown residue. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Cream cheese was observed held at 49-53 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC moved to another unit.
3-501.16(A)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The vents throughout the establishment have an accumulation of dust and debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
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
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back kitchen, 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
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: The cutting boards in the kitchen are very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.
4-501.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, ambient of prep unit #1 was 48 degrees Fahrenheit, PIC took unit out of service. No foods were stored in unit. Ambient of prep unit #2 was 44 degrees Fahrenheit, foods were moved to prep unit #3. Establishment is to not store TCS foods in either prep unit #1 and #2 until units have reached 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below.
4-501.11
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed throughout establishment. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed several missing ceiling tiles throughout kitchen area. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors in the storage area have an accumulation of rodent droppings and black/brown debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
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Jun 24, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 14 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: The condensate from the espresso machine and island oasis machine is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain. PIC informed.
5-402.13
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (cutting boards) were observed with an accumulation of black/brown residue. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. PIC moved all product to ice bath.
4-601.11(A)
Toxic materials not properly labeled
Inspector notes: Working containers used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies were not marked with the common name of the chemical. PIC informed.
7-101.11
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Bagels and juice packaged in the food establishment are lacking labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address. PIC informed.
3-602.11
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
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cheeses were observed held at 50-55 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. See disposal.
3-501.16(A)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Sausage, eggs and cream cheese were observed held at 42-45 degrees Fahrenheit. 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)
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back kitchen, 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
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: The cutting boards in the kitchen are very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.
4-501.12
Utensils or thermometers not in good repair or calibrated
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, Ambient of prep unit #1 was 51 degrees Fahrenheit, PIC took unit out of service. Foods that were above 45 degrees Fahrenheit were disposed of all other foods moved to prep unit #3. Ambient of prep unit #2 was 56 degrees Fahrenheit. PIC took unit out of service. Per interview of PIC, foods were put in there 1 hour prior, product moved to prep unit #3. Establishment is to not store TCS foods in either prep unit #1 and #2 until units have reached 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below.
4-502.11(A)
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed throughout establishment. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed several missing ceiling tiles throughout kitchen area. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors in the storage area have an accumulation of rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The vents throughout the establishment have an accumulation of dust and debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Providence Bagel last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Providence Bagel on file is from Jul 17, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Providence Bagel?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Providence Bagel.
How does Providence Bagel compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Providence Bagel most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.
Has Providence Bagel's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Providence Bagel have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly 14 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Providence Bagel 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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