Rasa

149 Main St, East Greenwich, RI 02818
Indian
License: Seats - 50 or More
Last inspected: Jan 17, 2024
100
Score
Low Risk

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. The most recent visit was on Jan 17, 2024. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Rasa's record stops at Jan 17, 2024, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around zero violations, down from roughly 10 violations earlier in the record.

The city-wide average for East Greenwich sits at 88, putting Rasa on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.

2
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 17, 2024
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jan 2, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The following dish machines were observed with a chlorine sanitizer concentration of below 50-100ppm at the time of inspection... - The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the kitchen dishwasher was approximately 25 parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm. The sanitizer bucket was switched with a new sanitizer bucket at the time of inspection. Sanitizer was retested at 50-100ppm by inspector. - - The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the kitchen dishwasher was 0 parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm. The sanitizer bucket was observed to be empty and was switched with a new sanitizer bucket at the time of inspection. Sanitizer was retested at 50-100ppm by inspector.
4-501.114
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, Rice was observed held at 118 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. (Based on the time of cooking and temperature observed, rice was properly reheated to 165 degrees or above at the time of inspection.)
3-501.16(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Several containers of foods in the walk-in cooler, prepared in the food establishment, were observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.
3-501.17
Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. At the time of inspection, chicken and sliced mushrooms were observed cooling on the fooling rack in pans/containers greater than 4" deep. Food items were transferred to shallow pans for rapid cooling at the time of inspection.
3-501.15
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Bread Dough was observed stored, prior to use, below the soap dispenser at the kitchen hand sink. Food items shall be maintained and protected from sources of possible contamination. Bread Dough was relocated at the time of inspection.
3-307.11
Gloves used incorrectly or not changed when required (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, an employee was observed not changing gloves after answering personal phone. SINGLE-USE gloves shall be used for only one task such as working with READY-TO-EAT FOOD or with raw animal FOOD, used for no other purpose, and discarded when damaged or soiled, or when interruptions occur in the operation. Upon notice, the employee properly changed gloves.
3-304.15(B)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, the chemical dispenser tube was observed to be constantly dripping/leaking into the 3 bay sink. Per the PIC, the chemical dispensers are no longer used. Wall mounted dispensers are to be adjusted to be prevent dripping/leaking or removed if no longer needed.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, a mixer was observed stored on a wire shelf with a paper bag underneath. The paper bag is not a smooth, durable, easily cleanable surface. 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.
4-101.19
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the cookline and storage shelving units were observed to have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Non-FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors and walls in the cookline and storage areas 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
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rasa last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Rasa on file is from Jan 17, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Rasa compare to other restaurants in East Greenwich?

Rasa most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the East Greenwich average of 88.

Has Rasa's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Rasa have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Rasa means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.