Dunkin Donuts

223 Newport Avenue, East Providence, RI 02916

Café / Breakfast

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Dec 1, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Dunkin Donuts has three inspections on file, the first dated 2023. On Dec 1, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Compared to the prior visit, inspectors found more to write up: five violations versus four before.

The pattern that stands out is toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used, which has been cited three times.

The city-wide average sits at 79, which Dunkin Donuts's 67 doesn't quite reach. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 1, 2025

Routine

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

View 5 violations

Toxic materials not stored separately from food (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Sanitizer bucket was stored with food, equipment, utensils, or single service items. Chemicals must be stored to prevent the contamination of clean equipment, utensils linens, and/or single service by locating them in an area that is not above/beside food, equipment utensils, linens, and single service articles.

7-201.11

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink at the counter was lacking paper towels.

6-301.12

Food storage containers not labeled with contents (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Working container of sugar observed not labeled with the common name of the food. Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages, such as flour, herbs, salt, sugar, and spices must be labeled with the common name of the food.

3-302.12

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures around the walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer 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

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. Establishment has employees that have successfully completed an approved course in food safety management. One employee must register with RIDOH Center for Food Protection as the Certified Food Safety Manager. Application provided.

2-102.12(A)

Dec 2, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

Toxic materials not stored separately from food (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Sanitizer was stored with food, equipment, utensils, or single service items. Chemicals must be stored to prevent the contamination of clean equipment, utensils linens, and/or single service by spacing or partitioning and locating them in an area that is not above food, equipment utensils, linens, and single service articles.

7-201.11

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

6-201.13

Nov 1, 2023

Routine

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

View 5 violations

Toxic materials not stored separately from food (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Sanitizer was stored with food, equipment, utensils, or single service items. Chemicals must be stored to prevent the contamination of foods, clean equipment, utensils, linens, and/or single service by spacing or partitioning and locating them in an area that is not above or beside food, equipment utensils, linens, and single service articles.

7-201.11

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

Inspector notes: Rubber mats were observed in the hand-washing sink beside the 3-bay sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.

5-205.11

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of insects is not controlled as evidenced by a couple of small flies. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies. Pest control is to be contacted to assess and treat the situation. If small flies are observed near food products, the products must be covered to protect from contamination.

6-501.111

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures surrounding the walk-in cooler and freezer 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

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of a couple of the beverage/creamer/sweetener dispensers have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. These areas must be cleaned frequently to remain clean.

4-601.11(B)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dunkin Donuts last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dunkin Donuts on file is from Dec 1, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dunkin Donuts?

Across the inspection record, toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Dunkin Donuts.

How does Dunkin Donuts compare to other restaurants in East Providence?

Dunkin Donuts most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the East Providence average of 79.

Has Dunkin Donuts's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Dunkin Donuts have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about four per visit to around five more recently.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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

How often is Dunkin Donuts inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Dunkin Donuts is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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