Dunkin Donuts

251 Smith Street, Providence, RI 02908

Café / Breakfast

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Jul 2, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Dunkin Donuts has only two inspections on file, a thin record to work from. The latest inspection on file is from Jul 2, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around two violations compared to roughly five violations earlier on.

Compared to the broader Providence restaurant scene, where the average is 80, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jul 2, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors throughout the facility including walk in cooler 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

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible (corrected on site)

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

6-301.13

Mar 6, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 5 violations

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

Inspector notes: Various food product was observed held at (50-62) 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 product.

3-501.16(A)

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

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

Inspector notes: Utensils were observed stored in stagnant water between uses.

3-304.12

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Lowboy and the 2 dr refrigerator located in the front counter and back kitchen area was not in good repair(inadequate ambient temperatures).Service call was made during inspection.

4-501.11

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was (0) parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be (200-400) ppm.

4-501.115

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dunkin Donuts last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dunkin Donuts on file is from Jul 2, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Dunkin Donuts compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Dunkin Donuts most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.

Has Dunkin Donuts' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Dunkin Donuts have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the 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.

Nearby Restaurants

I Love Mexico

283 Smith Street

Score: 58 — Medium Risk

St Patrick Church

244 Smith Street

Score: 100 — Low Risk

Capital Gulf

201 Smith St

Score: 90 — Low Risk

Explore More

→ All locations in Providence → Café / Breakfast restaurants in Rhode Island → Café / Breakfast restaurants in Providence