Ten One Teahouse

216 Thayer St, Providence, RI 02906
Café / Breakfast
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026
67
Score
Medium Risk

Ten One Teahouse has been inspected three times since 2025. The most recent report on file is from Mar 30, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, with around seven violations found each time.

Across the inspection history, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

The city-wide average sits at 80, which Ten One Teahouse's 67 doesn't quite reach. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 30, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of insects is not controlled as evidenced by numerous live small flies throughout the establishment. 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. PCS unknown, believed by PIC to be Big Blue Bug with service monthly. Service must be increased to weekly until insect issue is resolved.
6-501.111
Single-service or single-use items not protected from contamination (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Fruit slicer (mandolin) observed stored on the wall of the mop sink corner. Equipment and utensils must be stored in a clean dry location, where they are not subject to dust or splash, and at least 6 inches above the floor.
4-904.11
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Single service items observed stored on the floor in the back area. Single service items are not being stored properly in their original protective package and/or are stored on a surface that is not clean in the employee toilet room now used for storage.
4-903.11(A)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine have peeling deliver plastic on them, and must be removed. The non-food contact surfaces of the cabinets in the front service area have an accumulation of dust, dirt, dried liquid residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the toilet room, now used as a storage area, and having a negative impact on the storage of necessary items. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors and walls throughout the facility have an accumulation of soil residue, especially the area beneath the 3 bay sink, The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor in the back area is in poor repair, with tiles missing. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
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Jun 26, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of the ice machine were observed with an accumulation of soil residue and biofilm. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
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.
2-102.12(A)
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The coving near the ice machine is in poor repair, detached from the wall. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The walls and ceiling in the ice machine area 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
78
Jun 16, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Boba was observed held at 73-78 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Boba is to be kept hot, cold, or establishment is to request Time as a Control. Instructions given to PIC.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of the ice machine were observed with an accumulation of sludge and biofilm. The food surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice machine was taken out of service to be cleaned and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: English Responding to Vomiting and Diarrhea
2-501.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Ice scoop observed inside the ice bin with the handle in the ice.
3-304.12
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the refrigerator, prep unit, and cupboards have an accumulation of food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Coving is in poor repair (detached from the wall) near the ice machine.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The walls and ceiling in the back area have an accumulation of soil residue and dried liquid. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
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.
2-102.12(A)
Handwashing sign not posted
Inspector notes: The hand washing sink in the toilet room is lacking proper signage. A sign or poster reminding food employees to wash their hands must be posted at all hand sinks used by food employees.
6-301.14
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ten One Teahouse last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ten One Teahouse on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ten One Teahouse?

Across the inspection record, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Ten One Teahouse.

How does Ten One Teahouse compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Ten One Teahouse most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

Has Ten One Teahouse's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Ten One Teahouse have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around seven per visit.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Ten One Teahouse means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.