Tantric Lounge

1070 North Main St, Providence, RI 02904

Bar / Pub

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Apr 3, 2025

Score

High Risk

Tantric Lounge has a thin inspection record, with only one visit on file so far. Tantric Lounge was last inspected on Apr 3, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

By comparison, the average Providence facility scores 80, putting Tantric Lounge on the weaker side.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 3, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 8 violations

Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: The food-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils were not sanitized. The required utensil surface temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was not achieved during the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher as evidenced by the failure of the thermolabel (temperature indicator) affixed to the surface of a utensil to turn black. Dishwasher must be serviced, and 3 bay sink to be used until dishwasher is sanitizing properly.

4-501.111

Warewashing facilities; installed maintained, & used; test strips

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dish machine.

4-302.13

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of the new ice machine were observed with an accumulation of debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.

4-601.11(A)

No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The establishment does not have a written procedure for cleaning vomit and diarrhea. English Responding to Vomiting and Diarrhea

2-501.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The outside area along the building and door has an accumulation of litter, leaf litter, vegetation, and debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage

Inspector notes: Ice buckets are not stored inverted.

4-901.11

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 on the shelves behind curtains at the bar.

4-903.11(A)

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The ceiling above the bar area is in poor repair, with peeling paint. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tantric Lounge last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tantric Lounge on file is from Apr 3, 2025. The public record contains one inspection in total.

How does Tantric Lounge compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Tantric Lounge most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Tantric Lounge 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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