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CAPRICCIO
2 PINE STREET PROVIDENCE, RI 02903
Facility Type: Seats - 50 or More
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 04/11/2013
# Violation
6 Hands clean & properly washed
Inspector Comments
The dishwasher failed to wash his hands between loading soiled and unloading clean dishes from the dishwasher. Food employees must clean their hands after handling soiled equipment or utensils. Employees were observed changing gloves without washing their hands. Food employees must wash their hands before putting on gloves.
20 Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector Comments
( eggs, demi glaze, beef,fish,duck ) was held at ( 45-51) degrees. Potentially hazardous food must be held at 41 degrees F. or below except during preparation, cooking or cooling.
20 Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector Comments
Smoked salmon marked keep at "38 degrees or below" observed 45.9 degrees F.
34 Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector Comments
Thermometers are lacking in the (2 prep ) refrigeration unit(s). Cold holding equipment used for potentially hazardous food must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.
36 Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector Comments
Openinings to the outside are not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors. The presence of ( rodents) is not controlled as evidenced by (mice ). The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises 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.
37 Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector Comments
Splashgaurd lacking between prep area and hand sink.
42 Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled
Inspector Comments
Knives observed stored in standing water
45 Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector Comments
Walkin cooler not maintaining PHFs at 41 degrees F or below. Ambient temperature 43.8 degrees F at time of inspection. Repair asap.
53 Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector Comments
base coving missing in some areas in kitchen.(wall behind ice machine)
CAPRICCIO
2 PINE STREET PROVIDENCE, RI 02903
Facility Type: Seats - 50 or More
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 03/06/2013
No violations were marked out on this inspection.
CAPRICCIO
2 PINE STREET PROVIDENCE, RI 02903
Facility Type: Seats - 50 or More
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 03/06/2013
# Violation
1 Certified manager as required; compliance with Code or correct responses.
Inspector Comments
The Person in charge did not assure compliance with critical code requirements. Correct immediately.
4 Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use
Inspector Comments
Several open employee's beverage container was observed in a food preparation area. Employees shall not drink from open beverage containers in order to prevent contamination of their hands, the container and exposed food. Ash tray with 3 partially smoked cigarettes observed on cutting board between ice bin and bread cutting area. Correct immediately.
6 Hands clean & properly washed
Inspector Comments
The dishwasher failed to wash his hands between loading soiled and unloading clean dishes from the dishwasher. Food employees must clean their hands after handling soiled equipment or utensils. Employees were observed changing gloves without washing their hands. Food employees must wash their hands before putting on gloves.
8 Adequate handwashing facilities supplied and accessible
Inspector Comments
The handsink in the kitchen was blocked by ( plastic container of food covering entire top of sink). A handwashing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use.
8 Adequate handwashing facilities supplied and accessible
Inspector Comments
The handsink in the rear of kitchen was lacking paper towels. Correct immediately.
13 Food separated & protected
Inspector Comments
Raw animal foods were stored above ready-to-eat foods in the walk-in refrigerator ( such as raw shell eggs over produce ). Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. Correct immediately
14 Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector Comments
The can opener and the slicer had an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Correct immediately.
18 Proper cooling time & temperatures
Inspector Comments
Veal Barley Soup, which was prepared in advance(24 hours+), was not cooled to 70 degrees in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees F within 4 hours. Disposed of
20 Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector Comments
(eggs and cheese) were held at (49-58) degrees. Potentially hazardous food must be held at 41 degrees F. or below except during preparation, cooking or cooling.
21 Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector Comments
( cheese,rice.poultry, beef, etc.), located in the refrigerator, was not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food , prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours, must be marked with the date of preparation. Correct immediately.
23 Consumer advisory posted for raw or undercooked foods
Inspector Comments
The consumer advisory provided does not disclose the foods on the menu that are raw or undercooked.
27 Compliance with variance, specialized process & HACCP plan
Inspector Comments
Establishment is vacuum packing thier raw poultry, raw beef, raw fish, raw pork, and raw lobster/seafood mix as well as cooked pork, cooked beef, cooked poultry, and cheese. Observed no HACCP plan, procedures, or any documentation. Disposed all cooked vacuum packed products and all seafood products. Embargoed all raw poultry and meat products. Correct immediately.
31 Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector Comments
Proper cooling methods were not used for potentially hazardous foods. Veal Barley soup was placed hot in the refrigerator in containers greater than 4 inches deep. Correct immediately.
33 Approved thawing methods used
Inspector Comments
( squid) was observed thawing on the counter. Potentially hazardous foods must be thawed in one of the following ways: under refrigeration (41 degrees F or less), completely submerged under running water, as part of the cooking process, or in the microwave if cooked immediately after thawing.
34 Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector Comments
Thermometers are lacking in most refrigeration unit(s). Cold holding equipment used for potentially hazardous food must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.
36 Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector Comments
Sticky fly strip containing many dead insects observed hanging over unprotected bread.
37 Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector Comments
Bread is stored in a lower cabinet where the food contact surface is not smooth, easily cleanable, and nonabsorbant. Correct immediately. Ice is stored in an open sink not protected from contamination from above. Bread (uncovered and unprotected)is sliced and stored on a counter under a ceiling made of rocks.
37 Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector Comments
Splashgaurd lacking at front hand sink.
37 Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector Comments
Ice stored in an utility sink not protected from contamination from above/beside, and from backflow of wastewater. Correct immediately.
41 In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector Comments
(Cups) are being used as scoops in containers of ( ice). Utensils used to dispense non-potentially hazardous 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. Correct immediately.
42 Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled
Inspector Comments
Knife observed stored in standing water. Spatula observed stored between work tables. Correct immediately.
42 Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled
Inspector Comments
Stainless steel utensils stored in racks which were observed very dirty with food debris. Correct immediately.
45 Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector Comments
The butcher block in the (front of kitchen ) is very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.
45 Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector Comments
Beverage tubing was observed in contact with ice used for drinks at the bar. Beverage tubing and cold plate beverage cooling devices must not be installed in contact with stored ice. Knives stored in ice used for cooling dressings. Correct immediately.
45 Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector Comments
Tomato sauce stored in a 5 gal orange home depot bucket. this is not a food grade container-dispose. Correct immediately.
45 Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector Comments
Utility sink in wait station/pantry is being used to stored ice for customer drinks. This sink is not air gapped. Wall next to/over sink (containing customer ice) is constructed of stone. Some stone has fallen out and a dark, chipping, rough area remains. Sink is a fiberglass utility (mop type) sink. This is not an approved food contact surface. Immediately discontinue storing ice for consumption in this sink.
46 Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector Comments
The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the ( chlorine) sanitizing solution for the ( dishwasher in the bar.).
50 Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector Comments
The sink used for food preparation is lacking an air gap. A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed.
CAPRICCIO
2 PINE STREET PROVIDENCE, RI 02903
Facility Type: Seats - 50 or More
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 03/06/2013
No violations were marked out on this inspection.
CAPRICCIO
2 PINE STREET PROVIDENCE, RI 02903
Facility Type: Seats - 50 or More
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 11/22/2010
# Violation
1 Certified manager as required; compliance with Code or correct responses.
Inspector Comments
The Person in charge did not assure compliance with critical code requirements.Certified manager did not practice proper cooling of soups and stock.Disposal.
18 Proper cooling time & temperatures
Inspector Comments
( Stock and bisque ), which was prepared in advance, was not cooled to 70 degrees in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees F within 4 hours. Disposed.
53 Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector Comments
Missing tiles/coving in wall area of dishmachine and back wall.
CAPRICCIO
2 PINE STREET PROVIDENCE, RI 02903
Facility Type: Seats - 50 or More
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 10/28/2010
Inspector Comments
The quarternary ammonia concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was ( 0-100 ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quarternary ammonia must be 200 ppm.Line was installed but chemical not mixing w/ water;Needs service adjuistment.
23 Consumer advisory posted for raw or undercooked foods
Inspector Comments
The consumer advisory provided does not disclose the foods on the menu that are raw or undercooked.
26 Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
Inspector Comments
Diced potatoes in degreaser chemical container in walk-in.Disposed. Facility needs to purchase food grade containers.
41 In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector Comments
Utensils being stored in sanitizer.Store in-use utensils on lean dry location/hot holding at 135F or clean dry ssurface.
45 Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector Comments
Reusing plastic single servie containers for food storage in cold holding.Food grade containers needed to store food.
53 Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector Comments
Several holes in wall near dessert unit hall area.
CAPRICCIO
2 PINE STREET PROVIDENCE, RI 02903
Facility Type: Seats - 50 or More
Facility Status: Active
Inspection Date: 06/12/2008
# Violation
8 Adequate handwashing facilities supplied and accessible
Inspector Comments
Soap was not available at the handsink in the kitchen. Hand sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.
8 Adequate handwashing facilities supplied and accessible
Inspector Comments
The handsink in the kitchen back area next to slicer was lacking paper towels.
13 Food separated & protected
Inspector Comments
Several raw animal foods were stored above ready-to-eat foods in the walk-in refrigerator ( such eggs stored above pan of gravy ). Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
34 Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector Comments
Thermometers are lacking in the ( reach-ins ) refrigeration unit(s). Cold holding equipment used for potentially hazardous food must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.
41 In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector Comments
Knives on counter stored in pan of water.In-use utensils need to be stored on clean dry surface or in hot holding at 135 degrees .
42 Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled
Inspector Comments
Cleaned equipment and utensils (all pans) are not stored inverted.
45 Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector Comments
(Three cold unit gaskets ) located in the (kitchen line area ) area was not in good repair.Need replacing/torn /cracked/loose.
47 Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector Comments
The nonfood-contact surfaces of the (shelves for pan storage,shelves in cold units ) have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris.
49 Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector Comments
The pre-flush spray hose at the (dishmachine area ) is hanging below the flood rim. A plumbing system shall be installed to prevent backflow of a liquid or gas contaminant into the water supply by providing an air gap or installing an approved backflow prevention device.
So, I am taking my wife out this weekend for her 40th. We're relatively new to RI and have younger kids, so we've only experienced a few nice restaurants. I take Yelp and other review sites with a grain of salt, so I am interested in hearing recommendations from this forum. Price is really no concern since it's her 40th and we're open to anywhere in RI. It'll just be the two of us and we both like any kind of food. Looking for quality over quantity with a bit of charm thrown in. Please feel free to list as many restaurants as you like.
- Thanks!
If price is no concern, then Al Forno in Providence. The Old Canteen, Camilles, or Costantinos are all good as well. Save the cheap restaurants for another time. Keep in mind, some of these elite restaurants are renown nationally, if not internationally.
Ouch. Didn't know that. It is my wife's favorite restaurant in RI and we are planning on going there in a couple weeks when we're back for a wedding. Hope it's still open
Raider, have you ever been to Andino's across the street from the Med ? Fabulous ! Everything is prepared to order and fresh, nothing sits around or comes out of a freezer.
Raider, have you ever been to Andino's across the street from the Med ? Fabulous ! Everything is prepared to order and fresh, nothing sits around or comes out of a freezer.
It depends a bit on what you and your wife enjoy food wise, but my special occasion list includes: The Dorrance, Birch, Tallulah on Thames in Newport, and The Spiced Pear (also Newport).
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