Venda Ravioli

271-275 Atwells Avenue, Providence, RI 02903

Grocery / Market

License: Cash Registers - 3-5

Last inspected: Mar 6, 2025

Score

Low Risk

The inspection history at Venda Ravioli is still short, with only two visits logged. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 6, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from six violations to four.

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

The city-wide average is 80, putting Venda Ravioli squarely in typical territory. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 6, 2025

Environmental Complaint

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

Inspector notes: Multiple prepared foods and sauces 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

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The granite counters at the deli service were observed with several deep cracks. PIC informed.

4-501.11

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: -can opener and base -deli service counters (in cracks) -under prep unit hood -chest freezer gaskets.

4-601.11(B)

Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly

Inspector notes: A trap was observed with a deceased rodent.

6-501.112

Feb 1, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 6 violations

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Utensils were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.

5-205.11

Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable

Inspector notes: The cutting boards in the deli area and sauce prep area 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

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Black marble counter located by the cheese deli area was not in good repair.

4-501.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Gaskets at sauce reach-in was not in good repair.

4-501.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the fanguards of sauce reach-in and walk-in cooler have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-601.11(B)

Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected

Inspector notes: Protective shielding is not provided for the lights in the basement warewashing area. Light bulbs must be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.

6-202.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Venda Ravioli last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Venda Ravioli on file is from Mar 6, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Venda Ravioli?

Across the inspection record, food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Venda Ravioli.

How does Venda Ravioli compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Venda Ravioli most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Providence average of 80.

Has Venda Ravioli's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Venda Ravioli have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around four violations compared to about six previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Venda Ravioli 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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