The Hut

245 Carpenter St, Providence, RI 02903

American

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Feb 19, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited The Hut three times, with records going back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 19, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Compared to the prior visit, inspectors found more to write up: three violations versus two before.

Toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used comes up most often, recorded one time in the inspection record.

The Hut's latest score is in line with the Providence average of 80. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 19, 2026

Routine

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

View 3 violations

Working containers of toxic materials not identified (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Working containers used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies were not marked with the common name of the chemical. PIC labeled during inspection.

7-102.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Inspector observed an active drip in the walk-in cooler. Establishment set up empty containers, which is catching the drip.

6-501.11

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures in the kitchen do not have coving. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.

6-201.13

Aug 20, 2024

Re-Inspection

No violations found.

100

Jul 30, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Improper cooling methods used

Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Meatballs were placed refrigerator in containers greater than four inches deep and observed at temperatures 43-50 degrees Fahrenheit. Recently prepared turkey observed in its plastic cooking bag 149 degrees in the walk-in. Meatballs greater than 43 degrees were disposed. Plastic wrap to be removed from turkey to allow it to fully cool.

3-501.15

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Boxes of chips were observed stored on the floor in the front service area. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

3-305.11

Employee not wearing required hair restraint

Inspector notes: Staff were observed not wearing hair restraints. Food employees must wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings, or nets that are worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food, clean equipment/utensils, linens, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.

2-402.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Hut last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Hut on file is from Feb 19, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Hut?

Across the inspection record, toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used has been cited one time, more than any other issue at The Hut.

How does The Hut compare to other restaurants in Providence?

The Hut most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Providence average of 80.

Has The Hut's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at The Hut have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about two per visit to around three more recently.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Hut 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 Hut inspected?

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

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