The Met

The Met At Public Street Justice, Providence, RI 02905
School / Childcare
License: Food Service (Non-Profit)
Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, The Met has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent report on file is from Apr 13, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits.

The Met scores about where you'd expect for a Providence restaurant. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 13, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Pre flush hose observed hanging below flood line. PIC informed.
5-205.15
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Milk Cooler door gaskets were observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
82
Nov 3, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Backflow prevention air gap not adequate
Inspector notes: The pre-flush spray hose at the 3-bay sink is hanging below the flood rim. A plumbing system shall be installed to prevent backflow of a liquid or gas contaminant into the water supply by providing an air gap or installing an approved backflow prevention device.
5-202.13
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets (milk cooler) were observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
82
Mar 4, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 16, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Spray hose at 3 bay sink is in poor repair. Observed missing the ring attachment to secure hose.
5-205.15
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Facility is lacking hot water for the handsink.
5-103.11
78
Mar 15, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 18, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
No soap available at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: Soap was not dispensing at the hand-washing sink in the kitchen. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. PIC to contact facilities.
6-301.11
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
Inspector notes: Food was observed being delivered by on-campus Commissary kitchen on a golf cart without proper cold-holding during inspection. PIC informed inspector that they will use insulated bags for delivery going forward.
3-307.11
86
May 2, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Met last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Met on file is from Apr 13, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does The Met compare to other restaurants in Providence?

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

Has The Met's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at The Met have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around one per visit.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Met 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 Met inspected?

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