The Coffee Cup
Last inspected: Jun 23, 2025
78
Score
The Coffee Cup appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2024. The Coffee Cup was last inspected on Jun 23, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
The trend has been moving in the right direction: five violations last time, four this time.
The pattern that stands out is food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, which has been cited five times.
Compared to the broader Providence restaurant scene, this is about average. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 23, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Yogurt parfaits and fruit cups packaged in the food establishment are lacking labels. Salads packaged in the establishment are lacking complete labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address.
3-602.11
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of shelving in the Cola refrigerator. 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
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets (service low boy) were observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
Inspector notes: Working containers of sauces/condiments 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
78
Aug 5, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Milks were observed held at 43-45 degrees Fahrenheit in the 2-door low-boy, with an ambient of 46. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC lowered ambient setting during inspection, staff moved milks to other refrigeration.
3-501.16(A)
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Sandwiches packaged in the food establishment are lacking complete labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address.
3-602.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets 2 door low-boy were observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of shelving in the Coca-cola refrigerator 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.
4-501.11
70
Jul 29, 2024
Routine
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
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)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Various foods (cheeses, deli meats, etc) were observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.
3-501.17
Food thermometer not available or accessible
Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in the black, white, and the Coca-Cola refrigeration unit(s). Cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.
4-302.12
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Sandwiches, desserts, parfaits, salads packaged in the food establishment are complete lacking labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address. Inspector provided guidance during inspection.
3-602.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of shelving in the Coca-cola refrigerator. 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.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets on the 2-door low boy were observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Coffee Cup last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Coffee Cup on file is from Jun 23, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Coffee Cup?
Across the inspection record, food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable has been cited five times, more than any other issue at The Coffee Cup.
How does The Coffee Cup compare to other restaurants in Providence?
The Coffee Cup most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Providence average of 80.
Has The Coffee Cup's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at The Coffee Cup have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around four violations compared to about five previously.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Coffee Cup means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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