Uncle Sushi and Grill
Last inspected: Feb 13, 2025
100
Score
Public records show four inspections at Uncle Sushi and Grill stretching back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Feb 13, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Things are looking better: the most recent inspection turned up zero violations, compared to seven violations previously.
The pattern that stands out is insects, rodents, & animals not present, which has been cited three times.
The city-wide average for Cranston sits at 88, putting Uncle Sushi and Grill on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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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
Feb 13, 2025
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jan 21, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by new droppings in various locations. 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 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. New door sweep was added, but it was not tight fitting.
6-202.15
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the lids, unused plates, shelving in various locations throughout the establishment have an accumulation of rodent droppings.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The walls in the back storage area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors in various locations in the facility have an accumulation of rodent droppings/grease. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
74
Jan 7, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Restricted-use pesticide applied improperly
Inspector notes: Several blocks of rodenticide were observed stored on the floor. Rodenticide to be removed. Rodenticide blocks shall be placed by professional pest control only.
7-206.11
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Several ROP seafood items were observed thawing with package in tact. ROP seafood must be removed from ROP environment before thawing. Items were still frozen. Items were removed from package.
3-501.13
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by a large accumulation of droppings throughout the establishment. 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
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: Allergy statement is lacking on the menus. Per PIC allergy statement will be added once new menus are printed.
2-103.11
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Various foods were 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
Outer openings not protected against pests
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.
6-202.15
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the various shelving/ lids have an accumulation of rodent droppings. All areas to be cleaned and sanitized.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The walls in the dry storage area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors and walls throughout the facility have an accumulation of soil residue, rodent droppings, and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
47
Nov 20, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Various food product was 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
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by droppings throughout facility. 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
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Inspector observed a towel being used to cover rice. FOOD shall be protected from contamination that may result from a factor or source.
3-304.13
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Single service items are not being stored properly in their original protective package and/or are stored on a surface that is not clean in the sushi area.
4-903.11(A)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following non food contact surfaces have an accumulation of debris: 1.shelves throughout facility observed with soil and food residue, other debris, and/or rodent droppings. 2.hoods from stove ventilation has accumulation of grease and soil residue. 3.all refrigeration units interior and exterior have accumulation of soil and food residue.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors under/behind equipment throughout the facility and walk in cooler have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The ceilings throughout facility is in poor repair(observed holes). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Uncle Sushi and Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Uncle Sushi and Grill on file is from Feb 13, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Uncle Sushi and Grill?
Across the inspection record, insects, rodents, & animals not present has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Uncle Sushi and Grill.
How does Uncle Sushi and Grill compare to other restaurants in Cranston?
Uncle Sushi and Grill most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Cranston average of 88.
Has Uncle Sushi and Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Uncle Sushi and Grill have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around zero violations compared to about seven previously.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Uncle Sushi and Grill means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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