Seaplane Diner

307 Allens Avenue, Providence, RI 02905

Café / Breakfast

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Aug 7, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The latest inspection on file is from Aug 7, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.

The city-wide average sits at 80, which Seaplane Diner's 70 doesn't quite reach. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Aug 7, 2025

Routine

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

View 3 violations

Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: (Shrimp Ceviche), which was prepared in advance, was not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours.PIC voluntarily disposed of food product.

3-501.14

Toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used

Inspector notes: Employees' medicines were not stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, or utensils. Observed being stored in prep unit. PIC informed.

7-207.12

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.

2-102.12(A)

Feb 6, 2024

Routine

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

View 4 violations

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

Inspector notes: Cheese was observed held at 49 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 removed cheese to rapidly cool in walk-in.

3-501.16(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of biofilm. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. PIC informed and will take out of service to be cleaned and sanitized.

4-601.11(A)

Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Chicken, chili and a beef dish were observed cooling on the counter in covered containers deeper than 4 inches. PIC divided containers. Chicken placed in walk-in.

3-501.15

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the slicer have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-602.13

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Seaplane Diner last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Seaplane Diner on file is from Aug 7, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Seaplane Diner compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Seaplane Diner most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

Has Seaplane Diner's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Seaplane Diner have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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

Nearby Restaurants

Platforms Pub and Catering

Xtremo Restaurant and Bar

897 Eddy St

Score: 52 — High Risk

Explore More

→ All locations in Providence → Café / Breakfast restaurants in Rhode Island → Café / Breakfast restaurants in Providence