Wayland Fresh

229 Waterman St Unit B, Providence, RI 02906

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Jun 9, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records show three inspections at Wayland Fresh stretching back to 2023. On Jun 9, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

Wayland Fresh's latest score is in line with the Providence average of 80. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jun 9, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

Fruits or vegetables not washed before use (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Strawberries and raspberries are not washed before use. Plant foods must be thoroughly washed in water to remove soil and other contaminants.

3-302.15

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.

3-304.12

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine have an accumulation of soil residue and debris.

4-602.13

Nov 14, 2023

Re-Inspection

No violations found.

100

Nov 7, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 6 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Oat milk was observed held at 59 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Disposed.

3-501.16(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener and mandolin) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.

4-601.11(A)

Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the quaternary ammonia sanitizing solution for the 3 bay sink.

4-302.14

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: The door to the toilet room is not self-closing.

6-202.14

Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage

Inspector notes: Cleaned and sanitized equipment and utensils are not stored inverted. Water was observed in stacked blender cups. After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment and utensils must be air dried.

4-901.11

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wayland Fresh last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wayland Fresh on file is from Jun 9, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Wayland Fresh compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Wayland Fresh most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Providence average of 80.

Has Wayland Fresh's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Wayland Fresh have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

How often is Wayland Fresh inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Wayland Fresh is inspected around two times per year on average.

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