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Dunkin Donuts

1484 Mineral Spring Ave, North Providence, RI 02904
Café / Breakfast
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Dunkin Donuts four times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Feb 3, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.

Looking across the full record, “certified food protection manager” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Dunkin Donuts' latest score is in line with the North Providence average of 81. The record reflects steady performance over time.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 3, 2026
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of mice is not controlled as evidenced by droppings under the dry storage racks and throughout the mop sink closet. 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. Establishment is to clean any and all droppings using appropriate means of sanitization to monitor for new activity. Establishment is to continue to work with pest control and increase visits as frequently as needed.
6-501.111
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 is to apply for a RICFSM with RIDOH.
2-102.12(A)
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back left room, 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
82
Jan 21, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Various food was observed held between 48-50 degrees Fahrenheit in the walk-in cooler. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. All food in unit was evaluated at the time of inspection and either voluntarily disposed of or moved to properly functioning refrigeration. Establishment is not to store any TCS foods in walk-in cooler until it is able to hold an ambient temperature of 41 DF or less. PIC called for service at the time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The walk-in cooler was observed holding an ambient temperature of 50 DF and in poor repair. Equipment must be in good repair.
4-501.11
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. Establishment is to apply for a RICFSM with RIDOH. Application was printed at the time of inspection.
2-102.12(A)
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back left room, 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
74
Jan 21, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Cream cheese, cream and avocado spread was observed held at 42-43 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. At time of inspection, ambient of walk-in cooler was 42 degrees Fahrenheit. PIC called for service.
3-501.16(A)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the sanitizing bucket was 0 parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be 200-400 ppm.
4-501.114
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Inspector observed coffee pots stored on grease trap.
3-307.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The wall juncture coving next to ice machine was in poor repair, observed incomplete seal with missing pieces. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch. PIC informed.
6-501.11
67
Sep 1, 2023
Environmental Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dunkin Donuts last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dunkin Donuts on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dunkin Donuts?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dunkin Donuts.

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

Dunkin Donuts most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the North Providence average of 81.

Has Dunkin Donuts' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dunkin Donuts have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Dunkin Donuts 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 Dunkin Donuts inspected?

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

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