Zinnekens

194 Angel Street, Providence, RI 02906

Café / Breakfast

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: May 21, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Zinnekens has three inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on May 21, 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 properly labeled accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average is 80, putting Zinnekens squarely in typical territory. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 21, 2025

Routine

4 minor violations.

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Food storage containers not labeled with contents

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.

3-302.12

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Food observed stored on the floor in the back area. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

3-305.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the hand sink, food prep sink, counter, tray racks, and shelf beneath counter have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-602.13

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floor, and walls in the prep area have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Oct 6, 2023

Re-Inspection

No violations found.

100

Oct 2, 2023

Routine

4 major violations. 8 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.

View 12 violations

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of soil residue and orange biofilm. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice machine was taken out of service to be cleaned and sanitized.

4-601.11(A)

Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dish machine.

4-302.13

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.

2-501.11

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

Inspector notes: Sheet pans were observed in the hand-washing sink in the kitchen, and a spray bottle of cleaner was observed in the hand-washing sink in the service area. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.

5-205.11

Food storage containers not labeled with contents

3-302.12

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food observed stored on the floor under shelf in service area. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

3-305.11

Employee not wearing required hair restraint (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Staff were observed not wearing hair restraints. Food employees must wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings, or nets that are worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food, clean equipment/utensils, linens, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.

2-402.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

Inspector notes: Ice cream scoop observed stored in stagnant water between uses. Water must be maintained at a minimum of 135 degrees F if utensils are to be stored in water.

3-304.12

Single-service or single-use items not protected from contamination

Inspector notes: Utensils in the service area are displayed with the lip surface up. Utensils are to be stored so that only the handles are touched by employees and consumers if consumer self-service is provided.

4-904.11

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly

Inspector notes: Single service items observed stored on the floor in the kitchen storage area. Single service items must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

4-903.11(A)

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the chest freezer have an accumulation of frost and debris.

4-602.13

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Employees' clothing or other personal belongings were observed stored on top of items on the dry storage rack. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be used for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and other possessions.

6-305.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Zinnekens last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Zinnekens on file is from May 21, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Zinnekens?

Across the inspection record, food properly labeled has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Zinnekens.

How does Zinnekens compare to other restaurants in Providence?

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

Has Zinnekens's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Zinnekens 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 Zinnekens 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 Zinnekens inspected?

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

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