Tony Meat Market Fruits and Vegetables
Last inspected: Apr 25, 2025
95
Score
The health department has logged four inspections at Tony Meat Market Fruits and Vegetables, the earliest from 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 25, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around eight violations to closer to one violation per visit over the last few inspections.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable”, showing up three times.
Restaurants in Central Falls average 82, so Tony Meat Market Fruits and Vegetables is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 25, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Gaskets for 3 door reach-in freezer was observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
95
Apr 17, 2025
Routine
4 major violations. 9 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 13 violations
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: 1. Produce scraps were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing. 2. Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in prep area. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.
5-205.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Salted cod was observed held at 56 degrees Fahrenheit. Packaging stated 'keep refrigerated'. PIC stated product was delivered today. Invoice was reviewed. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Salted cod was placed into refrigeration to blast chill.
3-501.16(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-501.111
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The establishment does not have a written procedure for cleaning vomit and diarrhea. State guidance provided during time of inspection.
2-501.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: 1. all meat cooler display cases (exterior and interior) 2. poultry display case (ice accumulation) 3. shelves under prep tables 4. shelves in basement
4-601.11(B)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Litter and miscellaneous items were observed surrounding dumpster area. Area to be maintained to prevent harborage conditions for pests.
5-501.115
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following areas have an accumulation of soil residue and food debris: 1. floors in meat cutting area 2. floors in basement 3. stairs to basement The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The floors in the produce walk-in cooler are constructed of unsealed cement which is not durable, easily cleanable, or non-absorbent. The materials for indoor floors must be durable, easily cleanable and nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.
6-101.11
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cat food and cat litter were observed in basement. Foul odor observed in basement during time of inspection. No live animals were observed in establishment during time of inspection. PIC informed to remove tray of cat litter and cat food during time of inspection.
3-307.11
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
Inspector notes: Partition required in between handsink and food prep sink in prep area. PIC informed.
3-307.11
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Various foods were observed stored on the floor in the exterior storage pod and in the produce area. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair: 1. gaskets for 3 door reach-in freezer 2. light in produce cooler held by duct tape 3. glass door at meat cooler observed with cracks and held by tape 4. frame of meat cooler door observed in poor repair
4-501.11
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: The cutting boards in the are very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.
4-501.12
43
Aug 10, 2023
Re-Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Tortilla refrigerator unit, dairy unit, and 2 door salami refrigerator unit door gaskets were observed in poor repair.
4-402.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Floors in the walk-in meat unit, walk-in produce unit and floor produce/meat area are in poor repair and constructed of plywood and cement does not seal which is not durable, easily cleanable, or non-absorbent. The materials for indoor floors must be durable, easily cleanable and nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.
6-501.11
90
Aug 1, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Ambient temperature of the walk-in produce/milk unit was observed held at 50 degrees Fahrenheit employee adjusted the unit at the end ambient temperature was 39-40 degrees F. 2 door reach-in/sausage unit was observed at 44 degrees F. All food products were moved to a different unit for active cold hold. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Service must be contact. Units MUST be assets. NO Potentially hazardous food items may be stored in unit until repaired and actively maintaining temperatures of 41 degrees F throughout entire unit.
3-501.16(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of insects and rodents are not controlled as evidenced by live flies at the retail area and basement and mice droppings at the basement storage 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. Per person in charge pest control is active. By Food inspector new pest control assessment and report is need it by re-inspection.
6-501.111
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Meat boxes were observed stored on the floor in the meat walk-in cooler. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
Inspector notes: Splash guard is need at the hand sink in the meat department.
3-307.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Large ice condensation was observed at the 2-door reach-in sausage unit, and large chest freezer.
4-501.11
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Tortilla refrigerator unit, dairy unit, and 2 door salami refrigerator unit door gaskets were observed in poor repair.
4-402.12
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the meat units, 3 door reach-in freezer, walk-in units, meat units have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The condensate from the freezer and AC refrigeration unit is draining into a container and at the floor. Condensate drainage and other no sewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-403.12
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: The floors in the walk-in meat unit, walk-in produce unit and floor produce/meat area are in poor repair and constructed of plywood and cement does not seal which is not durable, easily cleanable, or non-absorbent. The materials for indoor floors must be durable, easily cleanable and nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.
6-201.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Leak was observed at the basement.
6-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tony Meat Market Fruits and Vegetables last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tony Meat Market Fruits and Vegetables on file is from Apr 25, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tony Meat Market Fruits and Vegetables?
Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Tony Meat Market Fruits and Vegetables.
How does Tony Meat Market Fruits and Vegetables compare to other restaurants in Central Falls?
Tony Meat Market Fruits and Vegetables most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Central Falls average of 82.
Has Tony Meat Market Fruits and Vegetables' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Tony Meat Market Fruits and Vegetables have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Tony Meat Market Fruits and Vegetables 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 Tony Meat Market Fruits and Vegetables inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tony Meat Market Fruits and Vegetables is inspected around two times per year on average.
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