Terra Luna Cafe
Last inspected: Nov 25, 2025
100
Score
Going back to 2023, Terra Luna Cafe has nine inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Nov 25, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
The trend has not been favorable, with the count rising from one to five between inspections.
Restaurants in Providence average 80, so Terra Luna Cafe is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
9
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 25, 2025
Environmental Complaint
No violations found.
100
Nov 12, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: A drip was observed at the beverage line at the bar.
5-205.15
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor tiles around the pipe near the public restroom are in poor repair. Inspector observed missing tiles and holes in the floor. PIC contacted maintenance for repair during inspection.
6-501.11
82
Oct 29, 2025
Environmental Complaint
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations. 7 corrected on site.
View 12 violations
Hands not washed when required
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: An employee was observed not washing their hands after returning from outside and before returning to work. PIC instructed staff to wash their hands.
2-301.14
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 bar dishwasher as evidenced by the failure of the thermolabel (temperature indicator) affixed to the surface of a utensil to turn black. PIC called for service.
4-501.114
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Several foods were observed held at 46-47 degrees Fahrenheit in the walk-in cooler. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Foods requiring refrigeration were disposed. Other foods moved to alternative refrigeration.
3-501.16(A)
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the basement prep area was lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. ice machine taken out of service to be cleaned and sanitized. Ice disposed.
4-601.11(A)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A knife was observed stored between prep units.
3-304.12
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Bowls of herbs (prep unit) and a bowl of potato (counter) were observed in direct contact with the food below.
3-307.11
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
Inspector notes: A deceased cockroach was observed on glue pads in basement prep area.
6-501.112
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Four wire baskets were observed with chipped coating or frayed wires. PIC disposed.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following were observed with dust and debris: -ice machine vents -kitchen exhaust fan -blender bases -bulk food storage containers.
4-602.13
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered.
5-501.113
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
Inspector notes: Working containers of sauces are not labeled with the common name of the food. Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages, such as flour, herbs, salt, sugar, and spices must be labeled with the common name of the food.
3-302.12
37
Oct 24, 2025
Environmental Complaint
No violations found.
100
Dec 17, 2024
Environmental Complaint
No violations found.
100
Mar 12, 2024
Re-Inspection
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink at the bar was lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Vacuum packaged tilapia was observed thawing in prep unit at 34 degrees Fahrenheit. PIC informed that vaccuum packaged seafood must be removed from reduced oxygen environment prior to thawing. Packages were opened during time of inspection.
3-501.13
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Door gaskets for several prep unit low boy doors were observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floors in the bar area and kitchen is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
74
Feb 26, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 15 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Flour in cambro container was observed adulterated. Lid was gnawed leaving material residue in food. Food was voluntarily disposed of.
3-101.11
Toxic material container reused for food
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Various types of rodenticide were observed throughout the establishment. PIC informed to cease practice and remove from the premises.
7-203.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink at the bar was lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Cambros (5 gallon containers) of Sancocho were placed hot in the refrigerator. Foods were placed into smaller containers and over icebaths to continue cooling process.
3-501.15
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Vacuum packaged tilapia was observed thawing in the walk-in cooler at 44 degrees Fahrenheit. PIC informed that vacuum packaged seafood must be removed from reduced oxygen environment prior to thawing. Food was voluntarily disposed of.
3-501.13
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of large rodents is not controlled as evidenced by droppings, gnawed container of food, and impacted physical facilities. 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.
6-501.111
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The doors to the outside (outside and kitchen backdoor), 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
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
Inspector notes: Ice used for drinks was observed in direct contact with soda lines. PIC informed.
3-307.11
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 in the basement storage area.
4-903.11(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Door gaskets for several prep unit low boy doors were observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: The outside dumpsters were not covered. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered. Trash and litter was also observed on the ground surrounding refuse receptacles.
5-501.115
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following has an accumulation of soil residue: 1. Floors in basement office (apparent rodent droppings) 2. Wall tiles in prep room (behind ice machine) 3. Storage space under exterior stairs 4. Floors at bar especially under equipment. 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 following was observed in poor repair: 1. Floors in kitchen (COB: 04/26/24) 2. Door Archway in basement prep room (COB: 03/26/24) 3. Sewage drain lid, opening observed (03/11/24) 4. Ceiling near walk-in cooler and dry storage shelves (opening observed, gnawed insulation and apparent rodent droppings) (COB: 03/11/24) The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the basement prep room and dry storage areas. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
32
Apr 26, 2023
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 11, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
3-501.16(A)
Hands not washed when required
2-301.14
Insufficient number of handwashing sinks
5-203.11
Improper cooling methods used
3-501.15
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
4-501.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(B)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Terra Luna Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Terra Luna Cafe on file is from Nov 25, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
How does Terra Luna Cafe compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Terra Luna Cafe most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.
Has Terra Luna Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Terra Luna Cafe have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about one per visit to around five more recently.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Terra Luna Cafe 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 Terra Luna Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Terra Luna Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.
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