Snookers
Last inspected: Jul 16, 2025
100
Score
The health department has logged four inspections at Snookers, the earliest from 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Jul 16, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent inspections show fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest at zero versus six before.
When inspectors have written things up, food separated and protected has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Among Providence restaurants, the typical score is 80; Snookers is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 16, 2025
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 9, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations. 7 corrected on site.
View 12 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Open containers of food observed stacked with top containers directly in the food below. Food must be protected from contamination by packaging, covered containers, or wrapping.
3-302.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Tomatoes and chicken observed held at 44-46 degrees Fahrenheit in the prep unit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Tomatoes and chicken were placed in the walk in cooler to chill before being placed back in prep unit.
3-501.16(A)
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Quaternary ammonium sanitizer solution was in excess of 400 parts per million (ppm). A quaternary ammonia sanitizer solution applied to food contact surfaces must be applied at the strength as indicated on the manufacturers' label. Sanitizer logs must be maintained daily.
7-204.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Dishes and utensils (strainer) were observed in the hand-washing sink at the bar. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of the ice machine were observed with an accumulation of soil residue and biofilm. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice machine was turned off, emptied, and bagged ice provided until ice machine is cleaned and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of the vegetable chopper were observed with an accumulation of food residue, and an insect. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
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 food prep area.
4-903.11(A)
Single-service or single-use items not protected from contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Ice buckets observed stored on the floor in the server area.
4-904.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Tongs observed stored on an unclean surface (beneath grill) between uses. During pauses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location.
3-304.12
Single-use/single-service articles; properly stored & used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Ice for the cold plate and tubing in the ice bin are not adequately separated from ice used for drinks at the bar. Beverage tubing and cold plate beverage cooling devices must not be in contact with stored ice.
4-204.16
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris shelves above prep units pizza prep unit beer cooler B The small under counter freezer has an accumulation of frost and ice.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The walk in cooler fan covers, fan soffit, and ceiling have an accumulation of dust and debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
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Jun 7, 2023
Re-Inspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: The consumer advisory provided does not disclose the foods on the menu that are raw or undercooked. PIC stated newly printed menus are scheduled for delivery on Friday.
3-603.11
90
Jun 1, 2023
Routine
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 7 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 15 violations
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher was 0 parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm. Service was called, and arrived during inspection.
4-501.114
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Open containers of food observed in freezers. Open container of food observed directly on top of lettuce in prep unit. Lettuce was disposed of.
3-302.11
Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: An employee was observed touching ready to eat food (cut tomatoes) with bare hands. Food employees must not touch exposed, ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and shall use suitable utensils such as deli tissue, spatulas, single use gloves, or dispensing equipment. Disposed.
3-301.11
Person in charge lacks food safety knowledge
Inspector notes: The Person in charge did not assure compliance with critical code requirements. Management's plan for assessing, monitoring, and controlling foodborne disease hazards is inadequate.
2-102.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer, pizza cutter, vegetable chopper, mixing bowls, strainer) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Items were taken out of service to be cleaned and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Sliced ham and sausage observed not consistently 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
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: The consumer advisory provided does not disclose the foods (one type of hamburger) on the menu that are raw or undercooked.
3-603.11
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Working containers (spray bottles in the server area) used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies were not marked with the common name of the chemical.
7-102.11
Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage
Inspector notes: Cleaned and sanitized equipment and utensils are not stored inverted. Water observed in stacked metal bowls in the kitchen.
4-901.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of a cover for an ice well cover in the bar area. 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 prep units, shelves in the walk in cooler, ceiling utensil storage rack, have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The walls in areas of the kitchen 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
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
Inspector notes: Working containers of dry ingredients are not labeled with the common name of the food. Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages, such as flour, herbs, salt, sugar, and spices must be labeled with the common name of the food.
3-302.12
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Pizza cutters and knife observed stored on an unclean surface (crack between wall and prep counter) between uses. During pauses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location.
3-304.12
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Food observed stored on the floor in the walk in freezer. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Snookers last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Snookers on file is from Jul 16, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Snookers?
Across the inspection record, food separated and protected has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Snookers.
How does Snookers compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Snookers most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.
Has Snookers's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Snookers have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around zero violations compared to about six previously.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Snookers 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 Snookers inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Snookers is inspected around two times per year on average.
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