Wally's Wieners

120 Atwells Ave, Providence, RI 02903
License: Seats - 50 or More
Last inspected: Jul 28, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Wally's Wieners has three inspections on file, the first dated 2025. The newest entry in the record is dated Jul 28, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things are looking better: the most recent inspection turned up two violations, compared to nine violations previously.

Looking across the full record, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean is the recurring theme, flagged four times.

Restaurants in Providence average 80, so Wally's Wieners is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 28, 2025
Re-Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets on walk-in and refrigerator were observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Inspector observed several floor tiles damages or missing in the kitchen. PIC stated repair is scheduled this evening.
6-501.11
90
Jul 14, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations. 8 corrected on site.
View 13 violations
Food not reheated to required temperature for hot holding (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Meat sauce, which was previously cooked and cooled, was only reheated to 165 degrees Fahrenheit for hot holding. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food that is cooked, cooled, and reheated for hot holding must be reheated to 165 degrees Fahrenheit or above for 15 seconds. Staff reheated during inspection.
3-403.11
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Bacon jam was observed with date mark exceeding 7 days. Disposed.
3-501.18
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The establishment does not have a written procedure for cleaning vomit and diarrhea. Inspector provided RIDOH guuidance.
2-501.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cheese was observed held at 51 degrees Fahrenheit above the fill-line in the prep unit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling PIC moved excess cheese to other refrigeration.
3-501.16(A)
Sanitizer test kit not available (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the dish machine. PIC ordered test strips during inspection.
4-302.14
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: There is insufficient refrigeration equipment/capacity to maintain a temperature of 41 degrees or below. Inspector observed hotel pans filled on the counter filled with ice used for cold holding.
4-301.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Inspector observed several floor tiles cracked or missing in the kitchen.
6-501.11
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A shaker cup was observed in the hand-washing sink at the main bar; cleaning products and dishes were observed in the sinks at the rear bar. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing. PIC removed shaker cup; rear bar was not in operation at the time of this inspection.
6-301.13
Handwashing sign not posted
Inspector notes: The hand washing sink at the rear bar is lacking proper signage.
6-301.14
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The ice scoop is stored on an unclean surface (top of the ice machine) between uses. During pauses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location. PIC provided a sheet pan for storage.
3-304.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets on the reach-in refrigerator and walk-in were observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not closed/covered. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered. PIC closed dumpster.
5-501.113
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The walk-in was not in good repair, observed with an ambient of 47 degrees. PIC called for service, all foods requiring refrigeration were moved to other units.
6-501.11
35
Apr 17, 2025
Opening
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher was 0 parts per million (ppm). PIC adjusted machine to proper concentration; service was also contacted during inspection. Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm. Service was contacted during inspection.
4-501.114
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of biofilm. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair: -gaskets to the walk-in and reach-in refrigerator -shelving of the reach-in refrigerator.
4-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following have an accumulation of dust and debris: -walk-in fan guards -ansul pipes under the hood.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Several floor tiles in the kitchen were observed cracked or missing.
6-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wally's Wieners last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wally's Wieners on file is from Jul 28, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Wally's Wieners?

Across the inspection record, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Wally's Wieners.

How does Wally's Wieners compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Wally's Wieners most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.

Has Wally's Wieners's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Wally's Wieners have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about nine previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Wally's Wieners means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.