Db Mart
Last inspected: Jun 23, 2025
82
Score
Inspectors have visited Db Mart four times, with records going back to 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Jun 23, 2025. 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.
“Food-contact surfaces” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
Db Mart scores about where you'd expect for a North Providence restaurant. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 23, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation yellow/green residue. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. PIC took ice machine out of service to be washed and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the retail area, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
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
82
Jun 10, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Hard boiled eggs (shells removed) and deli meat sandwiches were observed held between 45-47 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC disposed.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. PIC took out of service to be washed and sanitized. Ice disposed.
4-601.11(A)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the microwave have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: The receptacle in the toilet room is lacking a cover. A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.
5-501.17
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors throughout the facility have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris including back storage and walk-in cooler areas. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the retail area, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction for a frame around the 3 bay sink. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material.
4-101.17
61
Dec 27, 2023
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Dec 14, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Sandwiches, hard boiled eggs and cheese were observed held at 55-61 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC disposed.
3-501.16(A)
Food thermometer not available or accessible
Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in the Grab & Go Refrigeration unit. Cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display. PIC informed.
4-302.12
Utensils or thermometers not in good repair or calibrated
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, the Grab & Go Refrigerator was at 61°F. PIC took unit out of service.
4-502.11(A)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed mop to be stored in ware washing sink. If the wash sink is used for functions other than ware washing, such as washing wiping cloths or washing and thawing foods, contamination of equipment and utensils could occur. PIC informed.
4-501.16
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. 1. Shelving throughout establishment 2. Microwave PIC informed.
4-602.13
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking an accessible mop sink, as it is located along a narrow passageway along the outside of the walk-in cooler with access blocked by the 3-bay sink. PIC informed.
5-203.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors in the walk-in cooler and ware washing area have an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. PIC informed.
6-501.12
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Db Mart last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Db Mart on file is from Jun 23, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Db Mart?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Db Mart.
How does Db Mart compare to other restaurants in North Providence?
Db Mart most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the North Providence average of 81.
Has Db Mart's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Db Mart have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Db Mart 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 Db Mart inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Db Mart is inspected around three times per year on average.
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