Dunkin Donuts

81 Washington Street, Providence, RI 02903
Café / Breakfast
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Aug 25, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Dunkin Donuts three times, with records going back to 2024. Dunkin Donuts was last inspected on Aug 25, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.

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

Dunkin Donuts' latest score is in line with the Providence average of 80. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 25, 2025
Routine
4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
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In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Scoop for sugar was observed with handle in contact with the sugar. Utensils used to dispense non-time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods such as sugar and flour must be stored in the food item with their handles above the top of the food within the container.
3-304.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The handles to the reach-in refrigerator were in poor repair, observed cracked and/or missing.
4-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Floor tiles in the back room and service area are in poor repair, observed cracked. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cases of bottled water were observed stored on the floor under the 3-bay sink. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
82
Aug 7, 2024
Food Complaint
1 minor violation.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: Ice and beverage residue was observed in hand washing sink in the front service area. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
6-301.13
95
Jan 3, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Plumbing under 3 bay sink observed leaking into a container.
5-205.15
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: Interior ice machine shield observed cracked and not completely attached.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Handles at 2 door refrigerator and 2 door freezer observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
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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 25, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dunkin Donuts?

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

How does Dunkin Donuts compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Dunkin Donuts most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Providence average of 80.

Has Dunkin Donuts' inspection record improved over time?

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

How often is Dunkin Donuts inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Dunkin Donuts is inspected around two times per year on average.