Dave & Busters
Last inspected: Nov 26, 2025
100
Score
Across the available record, Dave & Busters has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 26, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around four violations to closer to zero violations per visit over the last few inspections.
“Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Compared to the broader Providence restaurant scene, where the average is 80, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
4
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 26, 2025
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Feb 12, 2025
Routine
4 major violations. 4 minor violations. 7 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: ROP salmon was observed thawing with package intact. Salmon was 37 degrees; staff removed from packaging.
3-501.13
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was blocked by a garbage can. The soap and paper towel at the hand-washing sink at the bar was blocked by equipment. A hand-washing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use. Items were relocated.
5-204.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (knife) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Knife was brought to be cleaned and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
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 portioned rice at 56 degrees in the walk-in. Rice was moved to freezer to rapidly chill. Containers of recently cooked chicken were observed stacked; containers were placed in a single layer.
3-501.15
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The ice scoop is stored on an unclean surface (in direct contact with bottles at the bar, 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. All scoops were removed to be cleaned and sanitized.
3-304.12
Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Storage containers were not allowed to air dry prior to stacking. PIC informed.
4-901.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The wall in the near the bar hand-washing sink has an accumulation of soil residue. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A knife was observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing. Knife was brought to be cleaned and sanitized.
6-301.13
55
Mar 14, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following is in poor repair: 1. Temperature gauges for dishwashing machine (COB: 06/14/2024) 2. Glass washer at main bar (COB: 04/14/2024)
4-501.11
95
Feb 29, 2024
Routine
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as whole eggs and liquid eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as cheese and pickles, and cake) in the walk-in refrigerator and reach in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
3-302.11
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer and blenders at bar) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Equipment was cleaned and sanitized during time of inspection.
4-602.11
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher at main bar was 0 parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm. PIC informed all glass ware to be cleaned and sanitized in 3 bay sink or kitchen dish machine.
4-501.114
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Various foods were observed held at between 44-51 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Foods that were out of temperature for an unknown amount of time were voluntarily disposed of. See attached disposal. Foods in prep unit were observed stored in double pans. PIC informed to cease practice to allow proper air flow in unit to food.
3-501.16(A)
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink at the secondary bar was lacking paper towels. Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink at the secondary bar. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.
5-205.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Temperature gauges for dishwashing machine were observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
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
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Utensils were observed stored in stagnant water at the bar between uses. Dipper well was turned on during time of inspection
3-304.12
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dave & Busters last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dave & Busters on file is from Nov 26, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dave & Busters?
Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dave & Busters.
How does Dave & Busters compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Dave & Busters most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.
Has Dave & Busters' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Dave & Busters have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Dave & Busters 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 Dave & Busters inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Dave & Busters is inspected around two times per year on average.
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