Taunton Avenue Irving

155 Taunton Avenue, East Providence, RI 02914

License: Cash Registers - 1-2

Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Taunton Avenue Irving has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent visit was on Mar 30, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

The last inspection found four violations, up from three the time before.

Looking across the full record, insects, rodents & animals not present is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Compared to the broader East Providence restaurant scene, this is about average. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 30, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector notes: Thermometer is lacking in the walk-in cooler. All cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer inside the unit that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.

4-203.12

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. Establishment has an employee certified through an approved food safety management course. Employee must register with RIDOH Center for Food Protection as the Certified Food Safety Manager.

2-102.12(A)

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The doors to the outside, located at the entrance, are not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.

6-202.15

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gasket of the dairy reach-in observed in poor repair, split away from the door. Gasket is to be repaired/replaced.

4-501.11

Feb 18, 2025

Routine

4 minor violations.

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Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The doors to the outside, located at the entrance, are not tight-fitting. Space observed between the 2 doors. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.

6-202.15

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gasket of the dairy reach-in observed in poor repair, splitting away from the door. Gasket is to be replaced.

4-501.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine have an accumulation of brown/black residue and other debris. Ice machine is to be properly cleaned.

4-601.11(B)

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. Employee(s) must successfully complete an approved course in food safety management and register with RIDOH Center for Food Protection as the Certified Food Safety Manager.

2-102.12(A)

Jan 16, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of a couple of the beverage/creamer dispensers have an accumulation of dried residue and other debris.

4-601.11(B)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taunton Avenue Irving last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taunton Avenue Irving on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taunton Avenue Irving?

Across the inspection record, insects, rodents & animals not present has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Taunton Avenue Irving.

How does Taunton Avenue Irving compare to other restaurants in East Providence?

Taunton Avenue Irving most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the East Providence average of 79.

Has Taunton Avenue Irving's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Taunton Avenue Irving have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about three per visit to around four more recently.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taunton Avenue Irving 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 Taunton Avenue Irving inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taunton Avenue Irving is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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