Schastea

300 Broadway, Providence, RI 02903
Café / Breakfast
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Apr 2, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Schastea has been inspected four times since 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 2, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

The latest visit found zero violations, down from 14 violations the time before.

When inspectors have written things up, personal cleanliness has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Compared to the broader Providence restaurant scene, where the average is 80, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 2, 2026
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 19, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 14 minor violations. 9 corrected on site.
View 20 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as scones) in the front service area refrigerated case. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
3-302.11
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was 0 parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be 140-400 ppm.
4-501.114
Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dish machine.
4-302.13
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The establishment does not have a written procedure for cleaning vomit and diarrhea.
2-501.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of the ice machine were observed with an accumulation of biofilm. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice machine was taken out of service, and ice disposed of.
4-601.11(A)
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Sponges and scouring pad were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The small storage area off the basement kitchen has an accumulation of cobwebs, debris, and soil residue, with the back wall appearing to be covered in soil residue and/or mold. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: A small fiberboard shelf near the ice machine is in poor repair, shredded with debris. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The outside area along the building has an accumulation of litter and leaf litter. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cheddar & scallion scones observed held at 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Disposed. Establishment will apply to use Time as a Control for cheddar & scallion scones - paperwork given to PIC.
3-501.16(A)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Crepe batter was observed held at 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. Crepe batter was placed in ice to rapidly chill.
3-501.16(A)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Food observed stored on shelves less than 6 inches above the floor. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Employee not wearing required hair restraint (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Staff were observed not wearing hair restraints. Food employees must wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings, or nets that are worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food, clean equipment/utensils, linens, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.
2-402.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Utensils were observed stored in water at 98-124 degrees F between uses. Water for storing utensils must be held at 135 degrees F or higher.
3-304.12
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
Inspector notes: Bowls are being used as scoops in containers of dry ingredients. Utensils used to dispense non-time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods such as sugar and flour must be stored in the food item with their handles above the top of the food within the container.
3-304.12
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Crepe spatulas observed stored on an unclean surface (in gap beneath crepe wheel) between uses. During pauses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location.
3-304.12
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the cold drawer unit, and the portable fan in the upstairs crepe area have an accumulation of dust and debris. The chest freezer in the basement has an accumulation of frost. Dry ingredient bins, and utensil storage bins have an accumulation of food debris.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The wall along the basement stairway is in poor repair, with peeling & chipping paint. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Clutter and unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the basement storage areas. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors throughout the facility have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. A ledge along the hall with chest freezer in the basement has an accumulation of old rodent droppings, dust, and debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
25
Sep 24, 2024
Environmental Complaint
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Several foods in the walk-in were observed held at 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. Inspector observed ambient of 45 degrees. Establishment was closing for the day at the time of inspection, door to remain closed to facilitate temperature recovery overnight.
3-501.16(A)
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The establishment does not have a written procedure for cleaning vomit and diarrhea. Inspector provided RIDOH guidance.
2-501.11
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Thermometer in the walk-in was not reading an accurate temperature.
4-203.12
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by droppings in corner of basement prep area. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies. PIC stated PCS once per month, more often as needed.
6-501.111
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Hot water was not available at the time of inspection. Per PIC, residential portion of building in under construction, hot water expansion tanks were disconnected/bypassed as part of this construction.
5-103.11
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Cases of beverages were observed stored on the floor in the walk-in. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Walk-in located in the basement area was not in good repair, observed with an ambient pf 45 degrees. Establishment to call for service.
4-501.11
52
May 31, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: No person certified in food safety was present as needed at the time of inspection.
2-103.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the walk-in cooler gaskets and walk-in cooler fan guards have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Schastea last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Schastea on file is from Apr 2, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Schastea?

Across the inspection record, personal cleanliness has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Schastea.

How does Schastea compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Schastea most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.

Has Schastea's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Schastea have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around zero violations compared to about 14 previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Schastea 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 Schastea inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Schastea is inspected roughly once per year on average.