Dunkin Donuts

141 Westminster Street, Providence, RI 02903
Café / Breakfast
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Aug 27, 2025
70
Score
Medium Risk

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. The most recent visit was on Aug 27, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Compared to the prior visit, inspectors found more to write up: six violations versus four before.

Across the inspection history, garbage & refuse properly disposed is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

The city-wide average sits at 80, which Dunkin Donuts's 70 doesn't quite reach. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

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Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 27, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back 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.
6-501.111
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The dumpster area was observed with discarded furniture and trash debris. Dumpster areas must be maintained clean and free of debris to prevent harborage conditions.PIC contacted landlord, who stated they are in process of having items removed.
5-501.115
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Floor tiles of the threshold of the rear entrance were observed broken and/or missing.
6-501.11
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. PIC stated manager had stepped out for supplies. PIC is scheduled to take exam on 8/29/25.
2-102.12(A)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Utensils were observed stored in stagnant water between uses. Staff removed, cleaned and sanitized utensils.
3-304.12
70
Jun 6, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Various sandwich ingredients were observed held at 47-55 degrees Fahrenheit in sandwich prep unit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Foods that were out of temperature for an unknown amount of time were voluntarily disposed by the PIC.
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 or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the shelving and unused bagel boards in the back area have an accumulation of minimal rodent droppings and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Trash was observed stored on the ground in the refuse area. Areas for trash, returnables, recyclables shall be kept free of litter and trash and maintained clean. Per PIC, removal services are on route for pick-up.
5-501.115
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dunkin Donuts last inspected?

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

What is the most common violation at Dunkin Donuts?

Across the inspection record, garbage & refuse properly disposed 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 70 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 four per visit to around six 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.