Tel Aviv Cigar Bar and Grill

25 Bridge St, Providence, RI 02903

Greek / Mediterranean

License: Caterer or Commissary

Last inspected: Mar 27, 2024

Score

Medium Risk

With just one inspection in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 27, 2024. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either. Note that Tel Aviv Cigar Bar and Grill's inspection history hasn't been updated since Mar 27, 2024; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Across the inspection history, food separated and protected is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded one time.

By comparison, the average Providence facility scores 80, putting Tel Aviv Cigar Bar and Grill on the weaker side. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 27, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.

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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as pita bread) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.

3-302.11

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.

4-602.11

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was blocked by tools and mop . A hand-washing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use.

5-205.11

Sanitizer test kit not available

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

4-302.14

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a Rhode Island Food Protection Manager. Establishment to register Rhode Island Certified Food Protection Manager.

2-102.12

Outer openings not protected against pests (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located by restrooms, is 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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tel Aviv Cigar Bar and Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tel Aviv Cigar Bar and Grill on file is from Mar 27, 2024. The public record contains one inspection in total.

What is the most common violation at Tel Aviv Cigar Bar and Grill?

Across the inspection record, food separated and protected has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Tel Aviv Cigar Bar and Grill.

How does Tel Aviv Cigar Bar and Grill compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Tel Aviv Cigar Bar and Grill most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Tel Aviv Cigar Bar and Grill means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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577 South Water Street

Score: 82 — Low Risk

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