Stanleys Famous Hamburgers

535 Dexter St, Central Falls, RI 02863
American
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: May 27, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. The newest entry in the record is dated May 27, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The trend has been moving in the right direction: 18 violations last time, five this time.

When inspectors have written things up, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

The city-wide average sits at 82, which Stanleys Famous Hamburgers's 78 doesn't quite reach. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

2
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 27, 2025
Re-Inspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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. Once active food safety manager certificate is obtained, PIC to re-instate Rhode Island Manager Certified In Food Safety license. Application provided during previous inspection. PIC states class and test is scheduled.
2-102.12(A)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of the mounting of the potato cutter in the prep 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.
4-101.17
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Prep unit on cookline is in poor repair. Equipment was out of service prior to inspection. PIC states service is scheduled.
4-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors (in walk-in cooler, back prep room and in basement) and walls throughout the facility have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris.
6-501.12
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the basement area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions
6-501.114
78
May 13, 2025
Routine
4 critical violations. 6 major violations. 8 minor violations. 7 corrected on site.
View 18 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Active leak was observed in the basement during time of inspection. PIC informed.
5-205.15
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Waste drain valve levers at 3 bay sink were observed in poor repair (held with tape) equipment to be in good repair and proper adjustment.
5-205.15
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods were not stored properly to prevent cross-contamination. Except when combined as ingredients, different types of raw animal foods must be separated from each other during storage by using separate equipment or arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented.
3-302.11
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of the can opener and ice machine were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Can opener was cleaned and sanitized during time of inspection. Ice machine was taken out of service and must be cleaned and sanitized prior to use. Ice was voluntarily disposed of.
4-602.11
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: The Person in charge did not assure compliance with critical code requirements.
2-103.11
Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Blanched potatoes were observed at 69 degrees Fahrenheit in the refrigerator in a container greater than four inches deep. Blanched potatoes were divided into more containers to assist in cooling process.
3-501.15
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Chowder and stuffies 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. PIC informed.
3-501.17
Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Turkey was observed thawing on the counter. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must be thawed in one of the following manners: under refrigeration (41 degrees Fahrenheit or less); completely submerged under running water; as part of the cooking process; or in the microwave if cooked immediately after thawing.
3-501.13
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: Allergen advisory statement is not present on menus. Allergen advisory statement to be present to inform consumers of their obligation to inform staff of food allergies.
2-103.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: 1. The hand-washing sink in the back prep room was lacking paper towels. 2. Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the back prep room. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. 3. Cooking pot observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the interior of reach-in freezer and table top refrigerator have an accumulation of ice and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: The floors (in walk-in cooler, back prep room and in basement) and walls throughout the facility and the ventilation fan in back prep room have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris.
6-501.114
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the basement area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
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. Once active food safety manager certificate is obtained, PIC to re-instate Rhode Island Manager Certified In Food Safety license. Application provided during time of inspection.
2-102.12(A)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Hot dogs and sliced tomatoes were observed held at 45 degrees Fahrenheit over ice. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Foods were assessed and additional ice was placed with food.
3-501.16(A)
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Potatoes were observed stored in a fryer basket in the mop sink. PIC informed to cease practice. Potatoes were voluntarily disposed of.
3-307.11
Food separated and protected
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of the mounting of the potato cutter in the prep 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.
4-101.17
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Prep unit on cookline is in poor repair. Equipment was out of service prior to inspection.
4-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Stanleys Famous Hamburgers last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Stanleys Famous Hamburgers on file is from May 27, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Stanleys Famous Hamburgers?

Across the inspection record, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Stanleys Famous Hamburgers.

How does Stanleys Famous Hamburgers compare to other restaurants in Central Falls?

Stanleys Famous Hamburgers most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Central Falls average of 82.

Has Stanleys Famous Hamburgers's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Stanleys Famous Hamburgers have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around five violations compared to about 18 previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Stanleys Famous Hamburgers means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.