Dunkin Donuts

579 Atwells Ave Unit 3 Bldg E, Providence, RI 02909

Café / Breakfast

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 26, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

The last inspection found eight violations, up from five the time before.

Insects, rodents & animals not present comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

By comparison, the average Providence facility scores 80, putting Dunkin Donuts on the weaker side. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 26, 2026

Routine

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

View 8 violations

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

Inspector notes: Sausage and eggs were observed held at 50 degrees Fahrenheit in the prep unit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per PIC, sausage and eggs were placed in prep unit a half hour prior to inspection. Food was moved to walk-in cooler. Prep unit was observed holding an ambient temperature of 41 DF. Establishment is to monitor the temperature of food in the prep unit.

3-501.16(A)

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

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels. Paper towels were supplied at the time of inspection.

6-301.12

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of small flies is not controlled as evidenced by live activity. 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 continue to work with pest control to eliminate pests.

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. Application was printed at the time of inspection.

2-102.12(A)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floor in the service area has an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The floor/corners in the back kitchen area have an accumulation of soil residue, droppings, and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Mops not properly air-dried after use

Inspector notes: Mops must be allowed to air dry after use.

6-501.16

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: 1 door lowboy #1 gasket was observed in poor repair. Gaskets must be maintained in good repair.

4-501.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The grout in the kitchen area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Feb 20, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by droppings throughout establishment. 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.

6-501.111

Person in charge not present

Inspector notes: No person in charge was present as needed at the time of inspection.

2-101.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of: 1. Oven shelving (rodent droppings) 2. Handwash sink compartment (rodent droppings) 3. Window ledge (rodent droppings) 4. Wiring above oven (dust)

4-602.13

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: The wall junctures on the window ledge (back area) does not have coving, observed missing pieces with incomplete seal. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.

6-201.13

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floor in the following areas have an accumulation of rodent droppings. 1. Chemical storage 2. Dry storage 3. Handwash Sink - front area 4. 3 Bay Sink 5. Donut/bagel display The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dunkin Donuts last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dunkin Donuts on file is from Mar 26, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dunkin Donuts?

Across the inspection record, insects, rodents & animals not present has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dunkin Donuts.

How does Dunkin Donuts compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Dunkin Donuts most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

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 five per visit to around eight 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.

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