Vida Energia

319 Pocasset Ave Door 2, Providence, RI 02909
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Oct 23, 2024
64
Score
Medium Risk

Vida Energia has only one inspection on file, a thin record to work from. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 23, 2024. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

When inspectors have written things up, adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible has been the most frequent reason, cited one time.

By comparison, the average Providence facility scores 80, putting Vida Energia on the weaker side. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

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Critical latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 23, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 7 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
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No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Bowls are being used as scoops in containers of ice. Utensils used to dispense non-time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods such as sugar and flour must be stored in the food item with their handles above the top of the food within the container.
3-304.12
Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Water was observed in blender bowls. After cleaning and sanitizing equipment and utensils must be air dried.
4-901.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Prep table located in the bar area was not in good repair, observed plastic peeling and exposed wood.
4-501.11
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking a mop sink. At least one mop sink or one curbed cleaning facility equipped with a floor drain must be provided and conveniently located for the cleaning of mops or similar wet floor cleaning tools and for the disposal of mop water and similar liquid waste.
5-203.13
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures in the ware washing area do not have coving. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.
6-201.13
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
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the back 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 Vida Energia last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Vida Energia on file is from Oct 23, 2024. The public record contains one inspection in total.

What is the most common violation at Vida Energia?

Across the inspection record, adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Vida Energia.

How does Vida Energia compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Vida Energia most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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