Thurbers Ave Service Food Mart

1025 Eddy St, Providence, RI 02905
License: Cash Registers - 1-2
Last inspected: Jan 29, 2025
55
Score
Medium Risk

The inspection history at Thurbers Ave Service Food Mart is still short, with only two visits logged. On Jan 29, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around seven violations lately compared to roughly four violations before.

Looking across the full record, “food separated and protected” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

By comparison, the average Providence facility scores 80, putting Thurbers Ave Service Food Mart on the weaker side. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

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Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 29, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Leakage observed at the plumbing under the 3 bay sink.PIC informed.
5-205.15
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (shelled eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (beverages) in the walk-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
Inspector notes: Drain pipes was observed draining directly into hand sink in back storage area.
5-205.11
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Inspector notes: Staff failed to sanitize coffee equipment after washing and rinsing them. After being cleaned, equipment and utensils must be sanitized in the 3-bay-sink or dishwasher. Establishment was lacking chlorine. PIC informed.
4-501.115
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: (Beverages) were observed stored on the floor in the (walk in cooler and back storage area). Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Outside refuse areas observed with an accumulation of litter, trash, and other debris.
5-501.115
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered.
5-501.113
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Mar 14, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (milk) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
3-302.11
Person in charge not present
Inspector notes: No person in charge was present as needed at the time of inspection.
2-101.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
Inspector notes: The hand sink, located in the back area, was observed to have drain pipe draining directly into sink. Hand sinks are designated for hand washing only.
5-205.11
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Drinks were observed stored on the floor in the walk- in cooler and back storage area Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Thurbers Ave Service Food Mart last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Thurbers Ave Service Food Mart on file is from Jan 29, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Thurbers Ave Service Food Mart?

Across the inspection record, “food separated and protected” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Thurbers Ave Service Food Mart.

How does Thurbers Ave Service Food Mart compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Thurbers Ave Service Food Mart most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

Has Thurbers Ave Service Food Mart's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Thurbers Ave Service Food Mart have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Thurbers Ave Service Food Mart means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.