The Social Kitchen

1449 Mineral Spring Ave, North Providence, RI 02904

Bar / Pub

License: Caterer or Commissary

Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Going back to 2024, The Social Kitchen has three inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 11, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around eight violations per visit lately, up from roughly six violations before.

Across the inspection history, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

By comparison, the average North Providence facility scores 81, putting The Social Kitchen on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 11, 2026

Routine

4 major violations. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 8 violations

Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Per interview of PIC, soup was placed hot and covered in the walk-in freezer in containers greater than four inches deep. Soup was portioned into smaller containers to finish cooling at the time of inspection.

3-501.15

Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the kitchen dishwasher. Establishment is to obtain test strips.

4-302.14

Warewashing sink compartments insufficient or improperly set up

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking a 3-bay sink in the kitchen. A sink in the kitchen with at least 3 compartments shall be provided for manually washing, rinsing, and sanitizing equipment and utensils. Establishment is to send proof of 3-bay sink installation to inspector.

4-301.12

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils slicer were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Establishment is not to use slicer until it is properly cleaned and sanitized.

4-601.11(A)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The 2 door reach-in #1 gasket was observed in poor repair. Gaskets must be maintained in good repair.

4-501.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the bar coolers and hood system have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Non-food contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch.

4-602.13

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

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floor behind the grill line and along the basement floor has an accumulation of soil residue, old droppings, and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Mar 6, 2024

Re-Inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Low boy door gaskets were observed in poor repair.

4-501.11

Feb 20, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.

View 11 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (liquid eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (leafy greens, dressings) in the reach in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.

3-302.11

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was blocked by drying rack. A hand-washing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use.

5-205.11

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the bar was lacking paper towels.

5-205.11

Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction

Inspector notes: Shellfish tags must be maintained for 90 days in chronological order and the date when the last shellfish was used from the bag must be noted on the shellfish tag. PIC informed.

3-402.12

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

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

Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the dishwasher.

4-302.14

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Low boy door gaskets were observed in poor repair.

4-501.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The hood/ventilation have an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. PIC informed.

6-501.12

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

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

6-501.114

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Food was observed stored on the floor in the basement, walk-in cooler and freezer. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor. PIC informed.

3-305.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The knives were stored on an unclean surface (behind 3 bay sink) between uses. Utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location.

3-304.12

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Social Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Social Kitchen on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Social Kitchen?

Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Social Kitchen.

How does The Social Kitchen compare to other restaurants in North Providence?

The Social Kitchen most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the North Providence average of 81.

Has The Social Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at The Social Kitchen have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at The Social Kitchen 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 Social Kitchen inspected?

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

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