Sandee's Market & Deli
Last inspected: Oct 29, 2025
82
Score
The health department has logged five inspections at Sandee's Market & Deli, the earliest from 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 29, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around four violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.
“Proper date marking and disposition” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average is 81, putting Sandee's Market & Deli squarely in typical territory. The record reflects steady performance over time.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 29, 2025
Routine
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Deli meat and cheese was 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
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Various food and dessert products 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. Establishment must label all food in retail area.
3-602.11
82
Oct 31, 2024
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 21, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation. 6 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (cheese, drinks) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
3-302.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Fruit salad was observed held at 46 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)
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Single service items are not being stored properly in their original protective package and/or are stored on a surface that is not clean in the retail area.
4-502.12
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Per interview of PIC, rice was placed hot in the refrigerator in COVERED containers.
3-501.15
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Salads are packaged in the food establishment are lacking COMPLETE 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.
3-602.11
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: The condensate from the air conditioner was draining into the handwashing sink. Hand sinks are designated for hand washing only.
5-204.11
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Deli meats 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
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The ice scoop is stored on an unclean surface (top of the ice machine) between uses. During pauses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location.
3-304.12
41
Jun 10, 2024
Reinspection for Opening
No violations found.
100
May 24, 2024
Opening
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Plumbing not installed to prevent backflow
Inspector notes: The prep sink is lacking an air gap. A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed.
5-203.14
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: Establishment is lacking an allergen statement.
2-103.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels.
5-205.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Handwashing sign not posted
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking signage.
6-301.14
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor in the ware-washing area is in poor repair. Observed improper seal with exposed concrete. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: The floor in the mop sink area does not have coving. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.
6-201.13
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: Soap and paper towel dispenser observed above mop sink. Handwashing aids and devices cannot be at sinks other than hand washing sinks.
6-301.13
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: The doorway in the ware-washing area is in poor repair. Observed exposed sheet rock. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-201.13
50
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sandee's Market & Deli last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sandee's Market & Deli on file is from Oct 29, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sandee's Market & Deli?
Across the inspection record, “proper date marking and disposition” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sandee's Market & Deli.
How does Sandee's Market & Deli compare to other restaurants in North Providence?
Sandee's Market & Deli most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the North Providence average of 81.
Has Sandee's Market & Deli's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Sandee's Market & Deli have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Sandee's Market & Deli means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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