Tropical Ilhas

472 Waterman Avenue, East Providence, RI 02914
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2025
67
Score
Medium Risk

The inspection history at Tropical Ilhas is still short, with only two visits logged. Tropical Ilhas was last inspected on Jan 14, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around five violations each, up from closer to one violation before.

Across the inspection history, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

That's lower than the typical East Providence restaurant, which scores around 79. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
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Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Trash bags and scouring pad were observed in the hand-washing sinks. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Foods observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.
3-501.17
Working containers of toxic materials not identified (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Spray bottle used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies was not marked with the common name of the chemical.
7-102.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served. Employee(s) must register and successfully complete an approved course in food safety management. Once completed, an employee must register with RIDOH Center for Food Protection as a Certified Food Safety Manager.
2-102.12
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the basement. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
67
Apr 21, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tropical Ilhas last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tropical Ilhas on file is from Jan 14, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tropical Ilhas?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tropical Ilhas.

How does Tropical Ilhas compare to other restaurants in East Providence?

Tropical Ilhas most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the East Providence average of 79.

Has Tropical Ilhas' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Tropical Ilhas have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Tropical Ilhas means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.