The Burrito Bowl
Last inspected: Dec 1, 2025
70
Score
The Burrito Bowl has been inspected seven times since 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 1, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around zero violations to closer to four violations.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable”, showing up four times.
The city-wide average sits at 79, which The Burrito Bowl's 70 doesn't quite reach. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 1, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Handsink observed to be leaking, and the cold water was turned off. Plumbing must be maintained in good repair.
5-205.15
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Spray bottles used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies were not marked with the common name of the chemical.
7-102.11
70
Dec 4, 2024
Re-Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets of the 3-door reach-in were observed in poor repair, splitting away from the doors. Gaskets have been ordered and are expected today.
4-501.11
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The floor in a couple of areas of the kitchen is in poor repair. There is exposed wood. Wood is not smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. Materials to repair the flooring have been obtained. Flooring is to be repaired using proper materials.
6-101.11
90
Nov 13, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Faucet of the handsink is in poor repair. One of the faucet handles is not able to be turned. Plumbing must remain in good repair.
5-205.15
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
Inspector notes: Chicken, which was prepared yesterday, was not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Temperature observed at 43 - 48 degrees F. Voluntary disposal during inspection.
3-501.14
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A couple of spray bottles used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies were not marked with the common name of the chemical.
7-102.11
Improper cooling methods used
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Chicken was placed in the 1-door reach-in refrigerator in hotel pans that were tightly packed and stacked on top on each other. Proper cooling reviewed.
3-501.15
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: One of the refrigerator door gaskets of the 3-door reach-in observed in poor repair, splitting away from the door. Gasket must be replaced.
4-501.11
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking a mop sink. At least one mop sink or one curbed cleaning facility equipped with a floor drain must be provided and conveniently located for the cleaning of mops or similar wet floor cleaning tools and for the disposal of mop water and similar liquid waste.
5-203.13
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The floor in a couple of areas in the kitchen and the wall to the side of the 3-bay sink are in poor repair. There is exposed wood. Wood is not smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-101.11
52
Jun 13, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 3, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 17, 2023
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets of the 3-door reach-in observed in poor repair. New gaskets have been ordered.
4-501.11
95
Aug 8, 2023
Routine
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 12 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Raw meat observed with a temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit in the 3-door lowboy unit. Ambient temperature of this unit observed at 35 degrees F. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Meat was divided into smaller pans and returned to unit.
3-501.16(A)
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
Inspector notes: Chicken, which was prepared yesterday, was not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Chicken observed with a temperature of 46 degrees F. Voluntary disposal during inspection. Proper cooling methods discussed.
3-501.14
Hands not washed when required
Inspector notes: Employees were observed performing various activities and changing gloves without washing their hands. Food employees must wash their hands before putting on gloves.
2-301.14
Person in charge lacks food safety knowledge
Inspector notes: Management's plan for assessing, monitoring, and controlling foodborne disease hazards is inadequate.
2-102.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
Inspector notes: Food debris observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
(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.
4-601.11(A)
Improper cooling methods used
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Chicken was placed warm in the refrigerator in a container greater than four inches deep. Proper cooling methods discussed.
3-501.15
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: The floor in a couple of areas is in poor repair (exposed wood). Wood is not smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-201.11
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
Inspector notes: Splashguard is needed at the bar between the handsink and the dump sink to prevent contamination.
3-307.11
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
Inspector notes: Large amount of ice observed in the small freezer unit in contact with various food products. Freezer must be defrosted to eliminate the ice.
3-307.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The ice scoop is stored on an unclean surface (top of the ice machine) between uses. During pauses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location.
3-304.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets of the 3-door reach-in were observed in poor repair, splitting away from the door. Gaskets must be replaced.
4-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Burrito Bowl last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Burrito Bowl on file is from Dec 1, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Burrito Bowl?
Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at The Burrito Bowl.
How does The Burrito Bowl compare to other restaurants in East Providence?
The Burrito Bowl most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the East Providence average of 79.
Has The Burrito Bowl's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at The Burrito Bowl have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at The Burrito Bowl means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is The Burrito Bowl inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Burrito Bowl is inspected around three times per year on average.
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