Dunkin Donuts North

2000 Post Road, Warwick, RI 02886
Café / Breakfast
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Mar 27, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk

Dunkin Donuts North has been inspected five times since 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 27, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

“Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Dunkin Donuts North's latest score of 90 sits above the Warwick average of 86. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

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Inspections
0
Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 27, 2025
Re-Inspection
2 minor violations.
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No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at with RIDOH CFP all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.
2-102.12(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed True 2-door Refrigerator and Superior refrigerator gaskets were observed in poor repair. Gaskets shall be repaired or replaced.
4-501.11
90
Mar 13, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Turkey sausage was observed held at (47) degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC discarded turkey sausage at the time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
Inspector notes: Coffee and ice were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing. Proper hand-washing sink use was discussed with PIC.
5-205.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety with RIDOH CFP at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served. -Application provided to PIC
2-102.12(A)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed flip top held open by a screw located in the sandwich station was not in good repair. Equipment must be maintained in good repair.
4-101.19
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed True 2-door Refrigerator and Superior refrigerator gaskets were observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
67
Feb 2, 2024
Reinspection for Opening
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
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Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The front hand wash sink was observed being used as a hand sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
90
Jan 23, 2024
Reinspection for Opening
5 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
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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
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: An employees' beverage container (non-spill proof) was observed stored in a food preparation area. Employees shall not drink from open beverage containers in order to prevent contamination of their hands, the container, and exposed food.
2-401.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The following utensils were observed stored incorrectly: 1) A scoop was stored with its handle in direct contact with dry ingredients 2) Utensils were observed stored in stagnant water between uses
3-304.12
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food racks were observed stored in, 'pet station'. These racks were stored in a manner that did not protect from miscellaneous sources of contamination within this area. PIC instructed that racks must be behind partition and covered with disposable covers. PIC removed racks from this area at time of inspection.
4-903.11(A)
Gloves used incorrectly or not changed when required (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employee was observed not changing gloves when switching tasks or leaving their station. If used, SINGLE-USE gloves shall be used for only one task such as working with READY-TO-EAT FOOD or with raw animal FOOD, used for no other purpose, and discarded when damaged or soiled, or when interruptions occur in the operation.
3-304.15(B)
78
Jan 22, 2024
Opening
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Several foods were observed held at 46-49 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC voluntarily disposed of food.
3-501.16(A)
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. Per PIC, all equipment/utensils needing to be sanitized will be transported to nearby facility (under same ownership) for ware-washing until unit is serviced.
4-501.114
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A scoop for dry ingredients was stored with the handle in direct contact with the food product. During pauses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location.
3-304.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The walk-in cooler was observed in poor repair (not holding adequate ambient temperature). All TCS foods were moved to another refrigeration unit or voluntarily disposed. Walk-in cooler is not to be used to store TCS foods until service is provided and approval is given by RIDOH Center for Food Protection.
4-501.11
Mops not properly air-dried after use (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A mop was stored in stagnant water between uses. Mops must be allowed to air dry after use.
6-501.16
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dunkin Donuts North last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dunkin Donuts North on file is from Mar 27, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dunkin Donuts North?

Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Dunkin Donuts North.

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

Dunkin Donuts North most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Warwick average of 86.

Has Dunkin Donuts North's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Dunkin Donuts North means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.