Providence Oyster Bar Ii

5707 Post Rd, East Greenwich, RI 02818

Seafood

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Jul 16, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Public records show five inspections at Providence Oyster Bar Ii stretching back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Jul 16, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections show fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest at zero versus four before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been proper cold holding temperatures, showing up three times.

Compared to the broader East Greenwich restaurant scene, where the average is 88, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jul 16, 2025

Re-Inspection

No violations found.

100

Jun 24, 2025

Re-Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 1 violation

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

Inspector notes: The bottom drawers of the saute station was observed held at 38-53 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. -Service was contacted. Establishment shall not store TCS foods in the bottom drawers of the saute station until the unit is able to consistently maintain an ambient temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Pasta, observed at 53 degrees Fahrenheit, were moved to a different cold hold unit as pasta was taken from the walk-in cooler less than 2 hours prior to to this inspection. Shrimp and salmon were observed at 46-48 degrees Fahrenheit and were voluntarily disposed of by staff.

3-501.16(A)

Jun 10, 2025

Environmental Complaint

3 critical violations. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 6 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

Inspector notes: The saute station was observed held at 38-50 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Foods that were above 41 degrees fahrenheit were voluntarily disposed during this inspection. -Service was contacted. Establishment shall not store TCS foods in saute station until it can consistently maintain an ambient temperature of 41 degrees fahrenheit or below. *Ice buildup observed in the top cooler unit of the station.

3-501.16(A)

Time used as public health control not properly documented

Inspector notes: Establishment is not approved to use time as a control for the sushi rice. Application provided to establishment.

3-501.19

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

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as raw chicken) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as cooked chicken) in the grill station and raw fish observed stored above tuna salad in the 1 door Precision refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. -Staff corrected the food storage during this inspection.

3-302.11

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: An open employees' beverage container was observed stored in a food preparation area. Employees shall not drink from open beverage containers in order to prevent contamination of their hands, the container, and exposed food. -Staff removed the open beverage containers during this inspection.

2-401.11

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The window in the middle prep area observed open with no screen. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents. A screen to the window shall be installed.

6-202.15

Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas

Inspector notes: Inadequate lighting observed in the walk-in cooler. 6-303.11 Intensity. The light intensity shall be: (A) At least 108 lux (10 foot candles) at a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry FOOD storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning. -Brighter bulb shall be installed.

6-303.11

Nov 1, 2023

Re-Inspection

No violations found.

100

Oct 18, 2023

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized

Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher was 0 parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm. PIC took unit out of service.

4-501.114

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

Inspector notes: Hummus, Tartar Sauce and Cut Vegetables were observed held at 44-45 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC took fry unit out of service, foods moved to another refrigerator.

3-501.16(A)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Fryer prep unit located in the kitchen area was not in good repair. PIC informed, unit taken out of service and all products moved to other refrigerator.

4-501.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

Inspector notes: The knives were stored on an unclean surface (in between sauté prep unit and fryer prep unit) Utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location. PIC informed.

3-304.12

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Providence Oyster Bar Ii last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Providence Oyster Bar Ii on file is from Jul 16, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Providence Oyster Bar Ii?

Across the inspection record, proper cold holding temperatures has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Providence Oyster Bar Ii.

How does Providence Oyster Bar Ii compare to other restaurants in East Greenwich?

Providence Oyster Bar Ii most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the East Greenwich average of 88.

Has Providence Oyster Bar Ii's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Providence Oyster Bar Ii have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around zero violations compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Providence Oyster Bar Ii 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 Providence Oyster Bar Ii inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Providence Oyster Bar Ii is inspected around three times per year on average.

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