Silver Star Bakery

150 Ives Street, Providence, RI 02906
Café / Breakfast
License: Food Processor Wholesale - In-State
Last inspected: Sep 3, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at Silver Star Bakery, the earliest from 2023. The most recent visit was on Sep 3, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent inspections show fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest at two versus three before.

Food properly labeled comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.

Compared to the broader Providence restaurant scene, where the average is 80, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 3, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 31, 2025
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 3, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Portuguese linguica and ham, egg, and cheese croissant were observed held at 70 and 68 degrees Fahrenheit respectively. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC voluntarily disposed of food.
3-501.16(A)
Person in charge lacks food safety knowledge
Inspector notes: The Person in charge was not knowledgeable of (proper food labeling, cold holding, or cooling parameters for TCS foods). The person in charge must demonstrate to the health department knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, application of HACCP principles, and the requirements of this Code.
2-102.11(A)
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The front hand wash sink was observed being used as a coffee dump sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
Food label missing or inaccurate (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Bread, cheese, sandwiches, and pizza strips 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. All items lacking labels were moved to back of house.
3-602.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: FRP boards (used as lining for storage shelves) located in the back food storage area were not in good repair (observed heavily cracked with pieces missing).
4-501.11
61
Jun 27, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Pizza strips, calzones, chicken sandwiches, and pork filled pastry were observed held at 52-57 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 determined that all items were placed out of temperature control within an hour. All the items were moved to refrigeration units to cool back down to 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
3-501.16(A)
Food label missing or inaccurate (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Several items such as, cheese, bread, and sandwiches 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. Inspector instructed employee to move all unlabeled product away from grab-and-go area.
3-602.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: An employee was observed rinsing utensils in the front hand wash sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing. Employee instructed to wash and rinse all utensils and equipment in the three-compartment sink.
5-205.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: FRP boards (used as lining for storage shelves) located in the back food storage area were not in good repair (observed heavily cracked with pieces missing).
4-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the back prep and storage area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
64
May 22, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A small container of donut flour was observed adulterated due to the presence of insects within it. PIC voluntarily disposed of product.
3-101.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Dishes and utensils were observed in the front and back of the house hand-washing sinks. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Several items such as cheese, bread, and sandwiches 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.
3-602.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the back prep and storage area is in poor repair (observed with peeling/chipping paint). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: FRP boards (used as lining for storage shelves) located in the back food storage area was not in good repair (observed heavily cracked with pieces missing).
4-501.11
64
Jan 12, 2024
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 14, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Pizza was observed held at ambient room temperature. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Disposed.
3-501.16(A)
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Breads 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.
3-602.11
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: The door to the rest room is not self-closing.
6-501.19
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Silver Star Bakery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Silver Star Bakery on file is from Sep 3, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Silver Star Bakery?

Across the inspection record, food properly labeled has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Silver Star Bakery.

How does Silver Star Bakery compare to other restaurants in Providence?

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

Has Silver Star Bakery's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Silver Star Bakery have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about three previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Silver Star Bakery 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 Silver Star Bakery inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Silver Star Bakery is inspected around four times per year on average.