Tienda & Panaderia La Mashenita
Last inspected: Sep 25, 2025
95
Score
Tienda & Panaderia La Mashenita appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2024. The most recent visit was on Sep 25, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
The trend has been moving in the right direction: seven violations last time, two this time.
Insects, rodents, & animals not present comes up most often, recorded seven times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Providence average 80, so Tienda & Panaderia La Mashenita is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 25, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Nonfood-contact surfaces have cracks, ledges, or crevices
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of wall in the food prep area and service counter. 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.
4-202.16
95
Sep 8, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of flies and roaches are not controlled as evidenced by live activity and fecal matter. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.
6-501.111
Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of service counter and wall to food prep 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. Employee informed.
4-101.19
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
Inspector notes: Bowls are being used as scoops in containers of seeds, etc. Utensils used to dispense non-time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods such as sugar and flour must be stored in the food item with their handles above the top of the food within the container.
3-304.12
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Entire kitchen, food and non-food contact surfaces are to be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized.
6-501.114
78
May 29, 2025
Environmental Complaint
No violations found.
100
Oct 7, 2024
Re-Inspection
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Inspector notes: The chlorine concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was 0 parts per million (ppm). The concentration of chlorine in the sanitizing solution must be between 50-100 ppm.
4-501.114
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Tamales were observed held at 77 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC informed that tamales must be held at 135 of above, see disposal.
3-501.16(A)
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (eggs, pork) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (milk, sauce) 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
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
No soap available at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: Soap was not available 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.
6-301.11
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Tortillas, pork and desserts packaged in the food establishment are 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.
3-602.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of flies is not controlled as evidenced by small flying insects. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.
6-501.111
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the entrance, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
41
Sep 24, 2024
Re-Inspection
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 13 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Chicken and french fries were observed held at 71 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. See disposal.
3-501.16(A)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Tamales were observed being held on top of prep unit at 53 degrees Fahrenheit. Per interview with PIC, tamales were made less than 2 hours prior. PIC moved to another refrigerator at time of inspection. PIC informed on proper storage in cold hold units. Watermelon was observed held on retail table at 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Per interview with PIC, watermelon was just prepped. PIC moved to ice bath at time of inspection. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling.
3-501.16(A)
Food on display not protected from contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Inspector observed desserts, located in reach-in freezer, uncovered and unprotected from contamination.
3-306.11
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods were not stored properly to prevent cross-contamination. - Eggs were observed stored above tamales and sauce in reach-in refrigerator. - Pork was observed stored above tamales and milk in retail refrigerator. Except when combined as ingredients, different types of raw animal foods must be separated from each other during storage by using separate equipment or arrranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented.
3-302.11
Person in charge lacks food safety knowledge
Inspector notes: The Person in charge did not assure compliance with critical code requirements.
2-102.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Pork and tortillas packaged in the food establishment are 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.
3-602.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of flies is not controlled as evidenced by small flying insects. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.
6-501.111
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the retail area, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The chlorine concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was 0 parts per million (ppm). The concentration of chlorine in the sanitizing solution must be between 50-100 ppm.
4-501.115
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
Inspector notes: Utensils were observed stored in stagnant water between uses.
3-304.12
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
Inspector notes: Bowls are being used as scoops in containers of rice. Utensils used to dispense non-time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods such as sugar and flour must be stored in the food item with their handles above the top of the food within the container.
3-304.12
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Drinks, sauce and flour were observed stored on the floor in the kitchen and retail area. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
29
Sep 12, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 11, 2024
Routine
5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Food on display not protected from contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Inspector observed desserts, located in reach-in freezer, uncovered and unprotected from contamination.
3-306.11
Food on display not protected from contamination
Inspector notes: Drinks were observed stored on the floor in the retail area. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-306.11
Toxic materials not stored separately from food
Inspector notes: (Bleach) was stored with food, equipment, utensils, or single service items. Chemicals must be stored to prevent the contamination of clean equipment, utensils linens, and/or single service by spacing or partitioning and locating them in an area that is not above food, equipment utensils, linens, and single service articles.
7-201.11
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods were not stored properly to prevent cross-contamination. Except when combined as ingredients, different types of raw animal foods must be separated from each other during storage by using separate equipment or arrranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented.
3-302.11
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Strawberries were observed adulterated with white and brown residue.
3-101.11
No soap available at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soap was not available 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.
6-301.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The presence of insects is not controlled as evidenced by small flying insects throughout retail area. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.
6-202.15
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the retail area, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
39
Feb 29, 2024
Reinspection for Opening
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Food on display not protected from contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Inspector observed desserts, located in reach-in freezer, uncovered and unprotected from contamination. PIC informed.
3-306.11
No soap available at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: Soap and paper towels were not available 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.
6-301.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the front, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
74
Feb 19, 2024
Reinspection for Opening
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Boxes of fruit and vegetables observed stored on inverted boxes on floor.
3-302.11
Food obtained from unapproved source
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Inspector observed queso fresco from an unapproved source. Disposed.
3-201.11
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Establishment does not have hot water.
5-103.11
No soap available at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking soap and paper towels.
6-301.11
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was blocked by an apron and bottle of spray cleanser. A hand-washing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use.
6-301.13
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The doors to the outside, located in the front and rear of the establishment, are not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
55
Jan 4, 2024
Opening
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (milk) in the refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
3-302.11
No soap available at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: Soap and paper towel was not available 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.
6-301.11
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Various items packaged in the food establishment are 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.
3-602.11
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, no hot water was available.
5-103.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The doors to the outside, located in the market, are not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by dead mouse in light shield. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.
6-501.112
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Various vegetables were observed stored on the floor in the market. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Inspector observed desserts, located in reach-in freezer, uncovered and unprotected from contamination. PIC informed.
3-305.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator located in the market area was at 47 degrees Fahrenheit.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces have cracks, ledges, or crevices
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of handwash sink base in the 3 bay sink 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.
4-202.16
47
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tienda & Panaderia La Mashenita last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tienda & Panaderia La Mashenita on file is from Sep 25, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tienda & Panaderia La Mashenita?
Across the inspection record, insects, rodents, & animals not present has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Tienda & Panaderia La Mashenita.
How does Tienda & Panaderia La Mashenita compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Tienda & Panaderia La Mashenita most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.
Has Tienda & Panaderia La Mashenita's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Tienda & Panaderia La Mashenita have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about seven previously.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Tienda & Panaderia La Mashenita 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 Tienda & Panaderia La Mashenita inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tienda & Panaderia La Mashenita is inspected around six times per year on average.
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