Dunkin Donuts

75 Clifford St, Providence, RI 02903
Café / Breakfast
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Nov 5, 2025
67
Score
Medium Risk

Dunkin Donuts appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2023. The most recent report on file is from Nov 5, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Recent visits have flagged additional issues, ticking from one violation up to four.

That's lower than the typical Providence restaurant, which scores around 80. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

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Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 5, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A staff member was observed not washing hands prior to putting gloves on. Staff directed to wash hands.
2-301.14
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Eggs, cheese, and sausage were observed held at 59-63 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. Unit was turned on during inspection.
3-501.16(A)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Utensils were observed stored in stagnant water between uses.
3-304.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The prep unit is in poor repair. Per PIC, unit "freezes up" during operation. Staff turn off machine during operating hours to defrost. PIC stated work order is in place.
4-501.11
67
Dec 22, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Utensils were observed stored in stagnant water between uses.
3-304.12
Mops not properly air-dried after use (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Mops must be allowed to air dry after use.
6-501.16
90
Jun 27, 2023
Opening
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dunkin Donuts last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dunkin Donuts on file is from Nov 5, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Dunkin Donuts compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Dunkin Donuts most recently scored 67 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 one per visit to around four 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.