The Catering Gourmet

840 Park Avenue, Cranston, RI 02910

Catering

License: Caterer or Commissary

Last inspected: Sep 3, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2023, The Catering Gourmet has four inspections in the public record. The Catering Gourmet was last inspected on Sep 3, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Things are looking better: the most recent inspection turned up two violations, compared to three violations previously.

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average is 88, putting The Catering Gourmet squarely in typical territory. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Sep 3, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Beef and roasted vegetables were observed covered before fully cooling. Per PIC, food was cooked approximately one hour ago. Food was uncovered and sheet pan was placed on cooling rack.

3-501.15

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair.

4-501.11

Aug 5, 2024

Re-Inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: Lid is missing for the dumpster. Per PIC, dumpster company is coming later today to replace lid.

5-501.113

Jul 22, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

View 5 violations

Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food was observed marked with a day or date that exceeded 7 days. The day of prep is day 1. Food was disposed of.

3-501.18

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Various foods were observed held at 46-50 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Food was disposed of.

3-501.16(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of the deli slicer were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. PIC sanitized slicer at the time of inspection.

4-601.11(A)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The walk-in was not in good repair. Ambient temperature was observed at 58 degrees. Refrigeration technician was called at the time of inspection.

4-501.11

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered due to a missing lid. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered.

5-501.113

Aug 10, 2023

Opening

1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener, slicer, mixer) 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)

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the basement area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.

6-501.114

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of platform at bottom of refrigerator in the front area. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material.

4-101.17

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Catering Gourmet last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Catering Gourmet on file is from Sep 3, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Catering Gourmet?

Across the inspection record, food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Catering Gourmet.

How does The Catering Gourmet compare to other restaurants in Cranston?

The Catering Gourmet most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Cranston average of 88.

Has The Catering Gourmet's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at The Catering Gourmet have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about three previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Catering Gourmet 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 The Catering Gourmet inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Catering Gourmet is inspected around two times per year on average.

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