Dg Cafe

645 Broadway, Pawtucket, RI 02861

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Processor Retail - In-State

Last inspected: Sep 9, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2023, Dg Cafe has three inspections in the public record. Dg Cafe was last inspected on Sep 9, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around zero violations, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.

When inspectors have written things up, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Pawtucket restaurant scores 87. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Sep 9, 2025

Re-Inspection

No violations found.

100

Aug 26, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.

View 6 violations

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

Inspector notes: Empanadas were observed held at 117-130 degrees Fahrenheit in the hot hold unit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per owner, empanadas were placed in the hot hold unit about 30 minutes prior to inspection. Empanadas were reheated to above 165 degrees Fahrenheit during time of inspection. The temperature of the hot hold unit was turned up at time of inspection. Establishment must monitor the temperatures of the empanadas.

3-501.16(A)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Deli ham was observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.

3-501.17

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

Inspector notes: Dishes and utensils were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.

5-205.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The hot hold unit was not holding food at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above during time of inspection. The ambient air temperature was initially observed at 140 degrees Fahrenheit during time of inspection. The owner turned up the temperature and it was observed at 160 degrees Fahrenheit during time of inspection. Establishment must monitor the ambient air and food temperatures. If hot hold unit can not maintain an internal food temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above, establishment must discontinue using the hot hold unit and get it repaired/replaced/adjusted.

4-501.11

Thermometers provided & accurate (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The establishment is lacking a thermometer to test food temperatures. Food temperature measuring devices shall be provided and be readily accessible for checking cooking, cooling, reheating, and hot/cold holding temperatures of time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Establishment obtained a food thermometer during time of inspection.

4-204-112

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

Inspector notes: Onions and sugar were observed stored on the floor in the kitchen. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

3-305.11

Dec 20, 2023

Routine

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The handle on the hot hold unit was not in good repair. Equipment must be maintained in good repair.

4-501.11

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Inspector notes: The condensate from the Freezer refrigeration unit is frosting in excess inside of the unit. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain. Establishment must defrost freezer.

5-403.12

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dg Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dg Cafe on file is from Sep 9, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dg Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dg Cafe.

How does Dg Cafe compare to other restaurants in Pawtucket?

Dg Cafe most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Pawtucket average of 87.

Has Dg Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Dg Cafe 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 Dg Cafe 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 Dg Cafe inspected?

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

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