Yang Restaurant
Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026
23
Score
Yang Restaurant has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 15, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Compared to the prior visit, inspectors found more to write up: 18 violations versus eight before.
Looking across the full record, non-food contact surfaces clean is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
The city-wide average sits at 80, which Yang Restaurant's 23 doesn't quite reach. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
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Inspections
3
Critical latest
5
Major latest
10
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 15, 2026
Routine
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 10 minor violations. 10 corrected on site.
View 18 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Fried rice and chicken, which was prepared in advance, was not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. PIC discarded fried rice.
3-501.14
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The chlorine concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was 0 parts per million (ppm). The concentration of chlorine in the sanitizing solution must be between 50-100 ppm. PIC added chlorine and retested.
4-501.114
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as raw chicken) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as noodles) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. PIC relocated noodles.
3-302.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the 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 (can opener and meat grinder) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. PIC placed can opener at 3 bay sink to wash/sanitize and took meat grinder out of service to be washed/sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Various items 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
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Inspector observed fried rice and chicken cooling from the night before in a large bowl located in the walk-in cooler. PIC discarded rice.
3-501.15
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 3 bay sink. Inspector provided.
4-302.14
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Fried rice was observed held between 46-47 degrees Fahrenheit in the prep unit (on top of ingredients). Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC discarded.
3-501.16(A)
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the dry storage area is in poor repair (peeling paint). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The carpet in the dry storage area is sticky and covered in cardboard. The walls in the food prep area near basement entrance was observed with food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. PIC to remove cardboard.
6-501.12
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Working containers of dry ingredients are not labeled with the common name of the food. Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages, such as flour, herbs, salt, sugar, and spices must be labeled with the common name of the food. PIC labeled on site.
3-302.12
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Various items were observed stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler and back storage areas. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Utensils were observed stored in stagnant water between uses. PIC removed and placed in hot water.
3-304.12
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The walls in the food prep area near basement entrance are constructed of dry wall. This material is not durable. Materials for wall surfaces shall be smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.
6-101.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the cooler units and deep freezer chests have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, ice buildup, and/or other debris.
4-602.13
Handwashing sign not posted
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen and bathroom were lacking handwashing signage.
6-301.14
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: The door to the toilet room located in the dry storage area is not self-closing.
6-501.19
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Feb 29, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (chicken) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (cooked pork) 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
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw chicken was being stored on top of plantains. Except when combined as ingredients, different types of raw animal foods must be separated from each other during storage by using separate equipment or arrranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented.
3-302.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Fish was observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration of the three bay sink was 0 parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm.
4-601.11(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by droppings behind walk in cooler. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.
6-501.111
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Various foods were observed stored on the floor in the walk in cooler. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The hoods/ventilation system in the kitchen area has an accumulation of grease and food residue. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Packaged food in direct contact with water or ice
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chicken was uncovered in chest freezer. PIC informed.
3-303.12
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Yang Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Yang Restaurant on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Yang Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, non-food contact surfaces clean has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Yang Restaurant.
How does Yang Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Yang Restaurant most recently scored 23 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.
Has Yang Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Yang Restaurant have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about eight per visit to around 18 more recently.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Yang Restaurant means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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