Dolce and Salato

209 Douglas Avenue, Providence, RI 02908

License: Caterer or Commissary

Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026

Score

High Risk

Dolce and Salato appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2024. Dolce and Salato was last inspected on Mar 12, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around nine violations each, up from closer to four violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “food separated and protected”, which has been cited two times.

Dolce and Salato's latest score of 50 falls below the Providence average of 80. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 12, 2026

Routine

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

View 9 violations

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

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (shelled eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (mushrooms) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.

3-302.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.Init taken out of service to be washed and sanitized.

4-601.11(A)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

Inspector notes: (Various food product) 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.PIC informed.

3-501.17

No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the kitchen. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.

6-301.11

Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the bar dishwasher was (0) parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm.

4-501.115

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: (Food product ) were observed stored on the floor in the (kitchen ). Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

3-305.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the (prep unit ) have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-602.13

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The (walls ) in the (basement ) area is in poor repair.Observed holes exposing concrete and wood. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors and walls throughout the kitchen have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Nov 20, 2024

Routine

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

View 5 violations

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized

Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher was (0) parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm.

4-501.114

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

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (shelled eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (various foo product) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.

3-302.11

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (knives and knife holder) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.PIC moved to warewashing area to be washed and sanitized.

4-601.11(A)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

Inspector notes: (Various food product ) 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

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: (Food product) were observed stored on the floor in the (walk in cooler ). Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

3-305.11

Aug 9, 2024

Opening

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures in the (kitchen) do not have coving. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.

6-201.13

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the (basement) area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.

6-501.114

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: Dumpster area observed with refrigerators and empty propane containers. Refuse areas must be kept cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

5-501.115

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dolce and Salato last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dolce and Salato on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dolce and Salato?

Across the inspection record, “food separated and protected” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dolce and Salato.

How does Dolce and Salato compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Dolce and Salato most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

Has Dolce and Salato's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Dolce and Salato have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Dolce and Salato means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Dolce and Salato inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Dolce and Salato is inspected around two times per year on average.

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