Dexter Mini Market

331 Dexter St, Providence, RI 02907

Grocery / Market

License: Cash Registers - 1-2

Last inspected: Nov 18, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Dexter Mini Market has only two inspections on file, a thin record to work from. The most recent visit was on Nov 18, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around six violations per visit versus roughly four violations earlier in the record.

The pattern that stands out is “proper hot holding temperatures”, which has been cited two times.

That's lower than the typical Providence restaurant, which scores around 80. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 18, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 6 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as meat) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as cheese) in the deli-display unit. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. PIC relocated raw meat.

3-302.11

Equipment material allows contamination or unsafe migration

Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of shelf/table in the dishwashing area. 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.

4-101.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.

2-102.12(A)

Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The chlorine concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was 25 parts per million (ppm). The concentration of chlorine in the sanitizing solution must be between 50-100 ppm. PIC added additional chlorine and retested.

4-501.115

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the storage 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 contaminated by miscellaneous source

Inspector notes: Inspector observed non-food grade plastic containers being used with direct contact with various food items. PIC informed to replace containers with food grade containers.

3-307.11

Jun 5, 2023

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Meat pies and potato balls was observed held at (109-119) degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Reheated

3-501.16(A)

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Various dairy products was observed held at (44-46) degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Disposed

3-501.16(A)

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Several beverages and food product were observed stored on the floor in the retail and walk in cooler area. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

3-305.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The deli display cooler in the front retail area is in poor repair(ambient temperatures 46-50 degrees Fahrenheit. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.PIC informed technician during the inspection.

6-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dexter Mini Market last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dexter Mini Market on file is from Nov 18, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dexter Mini Market?

Across the inspection record, “proper hot holding temperatures” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dexter Mini Market.

How does Dexter Mini Market compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Dexter Mini Market most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

Has Dexter Mini Market's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Dexter Mini Market have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Dexter Mini Market means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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