Urena Grocery
Last inspected: Dec 1, 2025
64
Score
With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 1, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around eight violations compared to roughly 20 violations earlier on.
The pattern that stands out is “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable”, which has been cited four times.
Urena Grocery's latest score of 64 falls below the Providence average of 80. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
2
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 1, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Insufficient number of handwashing sinks
Inspector notes: The cooking area is lacking a hand-washing sink.
5-203.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The slicer blade located in the deli area was not in good repair (corrosion was observed). PIC instructed not to use slicer in current blade condition.
4-501.11
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of shelf/counter in the deli 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.
4-101.17
Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable
Inspector notes: Foil is used in the construction of shelf liner in the deli display case. 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.
4-101.19
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: 3 bay sink located in the deli area was not in good repair (crack with water leaking).
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following non-food contact surfaces have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: - walk-in cooler retail shelves, - deli display cooler, - walk-in fan covers (both walk-ins)
4-602.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The following was observed in poor repair. - walk-in cooler floors (broken tiles) - retail floor tiles (broken tiles) - retail ceiling tiles (previous water damage) - kitchen ceiling tile (missing tile) - walk-in cooler retail glass door (cracked door) The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the deli area is covered with tiles that are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable.
6-101.11
64
Nov 13, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 8 major violations. 11 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 20 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as raw eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as produce) 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 controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: Establishment is lacking an allergy statement.
2-103.11
Insufficient number of handwashing sinks
Inspector notes: The cooking area is lacking a hand-washing sink.
5-203.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the deli area and bathroom was lacking paper towels. PIC replaced.
6-301.12
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. PIC took unit out of service to be washed and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Deli meat and cheese 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. PIC added dates.
3-501.17
Food thermometer not available or accessible
Inspector notes: The establishment is lacking a thermometer to test food temperatures. Food temperature measuring devices shall be provided and be readily accessible for checking cooking, cooling, reheating, and hot/cold holding temperatures of time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods.
4-302.12
Food label missing or inaccurate
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Establishment was observed selling Oreo cookie sleaves outside of original package. PIC to sell items in original container.
3-602.11
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the 3 bay sink.
4-302.14
Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable
Inspector notes: Foil is used in the construction of shelf liners in the deli display cooler. 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.
4-101.19
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: 3 bay sink located in the deli area was not in good repair (crack with water leaking).
4-501.11
Handwashing sign not posted
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the bathroom was lacking proper handwashing signage.
6-301.14
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the deli area is covered with tiles that are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable.
6-101.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following non-food contact surfaces have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: - walk-in cooler retail shelves - deli display cooler - walk-in cooler fan covers
4-602.13
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: The door to the toilet room is not self-closing.
6-501.19
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The following was observed in poor repair. - walk-in cooler floors (broken tiles) - retail floor tiles (broken tiles) - retail ceiling tiles (previous water damage) - kitchen ceiling tile (missing tile) - walk-in cooler retail glass door (cracked door) The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
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
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Walk-in located near cashier area was not in good repair (ambient 55F was observed). No TCS foods to be stored in this cooler.
4-501.11
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of shelf/counter in the deli AND kitchen 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.
4-101.17
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.
2-102.12(A)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Urena Grocery last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Urena Grocery on file is from Dec 1, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Urena Grocery?
Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Urena Grocery.
How does Urena Grocery compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Urena Grocery most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.
Has Urena Grocery's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Urena Grocery have averaged around eight violations per visit, down from roughly 20 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Urena Grocery means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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