Talazaki Detroit Pizza and Chinese Food
Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026
52
Score
The health department has logged three inspections at Talazaki Detroit Pizza and Chinese Food, the earliest from 2025. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 8, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around six violations each.
Looking across the full record, “time as a public health control” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
Compared to other Providence restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Inspection History
Jan 8, 2026
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods raw chicken, and eggs were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods cooked chicken in the walk-in refrigerator and prep unit. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
3-302.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Rice 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. Rice was observed in a rice cooker that was turned off. Per PIC, rice was taken out of walk-in cooler 30 minutes prior to inspection. PIC instructed to keep rice hot or cold.
3-501.16(A)
Time used as public health control not properly documented
Inspector notes: Time as a public health control logs were observed not being maintained at the time of inspection. Per PIC, establishment ran out of logs. Previous logs were reviewed. Establishment is to fill out all information on logs moving forward. Sheet was printed out for PIC to copy.
3-501.19
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Various food was 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.
3-501.17
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The walk-in gasket was observed in poor repair. Gaskets must be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the 1 door reach-in have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Non-food contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch.
4-602.13
52
Sep 30, 2025
Reinspection for Opening
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The condensate from the prep unit refrigeration unit is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-403.12
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floor under the dry storage shelves have an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Knives were observed being stored between the prep unit/prep table. Knives were moved to 3-bay sink at the time of inspection. Proper knife storage reviewed with PIC.
3-304.12
86
Sep 22, 2025
Opening
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Rice and fried chicken, which was prepared in advance, was not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Rice was observed at 50 DF, and chicken was observed at 46 DF. Rice and chicken was voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection. Proper cooling methods reviewed with PIC.
3-501.14
Time used as public health control not properly documented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Establishment was observed using time for pizza without approval from RIDOH. Establishment is to stop using time as a public health control until approval is given from RIDOH. Pizza was made 4 hours ago and was voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection.
3-501.19
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of cockroaches is not controlled as evidenced by dead cockroaches. 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. Establishment is to work with a licensed pest control company to eliminate pests. Establishment is to have a pest control report available for inspector at the time of next inspection.
6-501.111
Person in charge not present
Inspector notes: Allergen statement is lacking from menu. Per PIC, allergen statement will be added to menu.
2-101.11
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the quat sanitizing solution for the 3-bay sink. Establishment is to obtain test strips.
4-302.14
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Various food was 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.
3-501.17
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils slicer were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Establishment is not to use slicer until it is properly cleaned and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The hand sink and left 3-bay sink hot water handle is in poor repair. Equipment must be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Talazaki Detroit Pizza and Chinese Food last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Talazaki Detroit Pizza and Chinese Food on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Talazaki Detroit Pizza and Chinese Food?
Across the inspection record, “time as a public health control” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Talazaki Detroit Pizza and Chinese Food.
How does Talazaki Detroit Pizza and Chinese Food compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Talazaki Detroit Pizza and Chinese Food most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.
Has Talazaki Detroit Pizza and Chinese Food's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Talazaki Detroit Pizza and Chinese Food have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Talazaki Detroit Pizza and Chinese Food means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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