Rabars Avenue N Restaurant

Building 3, East Providence, RI 02916

American

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Rabars Avenue N Restaurant appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 3, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.

When inspectors have written things up, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Compared to other East Providence restaurants (averaging 79), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 3, 2026

Routine

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

View 4 violations

Food label missing or inaccurate

Inspector notes: Foods packaged in the food establishment are lacking proper labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients including sub-ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address.

3-602.11

Improper cooling methods used

Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Potatoes were placed warm in display case #1 in a deep bowl. Proper cooling reviewed.

3-501.15

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gasket of 2-door reach-in #1 observed in poor repair, splitting away from the door. Gasket is to be replaced.

4-501.11

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Single-service forks observed displayed with the lip surface up. Utensils are to be stored so that only the handles are touched by employees and consumers if consumer self-service is provided.

4-903.11(A)

Feb 4, 2025

Routine

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

View 5 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

Inspector notes: Ambient temperature of 2-door reach-in #4 was observed held at 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Foods in this unit observed with temperatures of 44 degrees F. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Small amount of TCS foods were relocated to properly functioning units. Service call placed and is expected today. No TCS foods are to be stored in this unit until it is maintaining a consistent temperature at/below 41 degrees F.

3-501.16(A)

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

Inspector notes: Food debris observed in the hand-washing sink at the pantry counter. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.

5-205.11

Working containers of toxic materials not identified (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Spray bottle used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies was not marked with the common name of the chemical.

7-102.11

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

Inspector notes: Utensils were observed stored in stagnant water between uses. Utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location.

3-304.12

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gasket of 2-door reach-in #2 observed in poor repair, splitting away from the door. Gasket is to be replaced/properly repaired.

4-501.11

Jan 31, 2024

Routine

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

View 4 violations

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

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

5-205.11

Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable

Inspector notes: The cutting board of the large kitchen prep unit is 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: Refrigerator door gasket of 2-door reach-in #1 observed in poor repair.

4-501.11

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Knife observed stored between 2 surfaces of the large kitchen prep unit. Utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location.

4-903.11(A)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rabars Avenue N Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Rabars Avenue N Restaurant on file is from Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Rabars Avenue N Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Rabars Avenue N Restaurant.

How does Rabars Avenue N Restaurant compare to other restaurants in East Providence?

Rabars Avenue N Restaurant most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the East Providence average of 79.

Has Rabars Avenue N Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Rabars Avenue N Restaurant have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Rabars Avenue N Restaurant means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Rabars Avenue N Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Rabars Avenue N Restaurant is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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