Dunkin Donuts South

2000 Post Road, Warwick, RI 02886

Café / Breakfast

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Dunkin Donuts South five times, with records going back to 2024. Dunkin Donuts South was last inspected on Feb 10, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Dunkin Donuts South scores about where you'd expect for a Warwick restaurant. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 10, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: The food-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils were not sanitized. The required utensil surface temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was not achieved during the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher as evidenced by the failure of the thermos label (temperature indicator) affixed to the surface of a utensil to turn black. Establishment shall sanitize in 3-bay sink until dishwasher is serviced and in good repair.

4-501.111

Mar 13, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

Inspector notes: Coolatte mixed was observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing. Proper hand sink use discussed with PIC.

5-205.11

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the sanitizer buckets were (100) parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be (200-400) ppm. PIC changed sanitizer and tested to 300 ppm.

4-601.11(A)

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety with RIDOH CFP at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served. -Application provided to PIC.

2-102.12(A)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The following items: -Hand sink knob for cold water was observed leaking. -Oasis frozen coffee machine was observed in poor repair. Per interview PIC there is a work order for this equipment. located across from the coffee station. All Equipment shall be maintained in good repair.

4-501.11

Feb 2, 2024

Reinspection for Opening

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice scoop holster have an accumulation of soil residue and biofilm.

4-601.11(B)

Jan 23, 2024

Reinspection for Opening

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

View 6 violations

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized

Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher was 0 parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm. Dishwasher was taken out of service at time of inspection. All equipment will be taken to nearby establishment (under same ownership) to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized.

4-501.114

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The hand washing sink was observed being used as a dump sink. Hand washing sinks may not be used to other purposes except hand washing.

5-205.11

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.

2-102.12

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: An employees' beverage container (not spill proof) was observed stored in a food preparation area. Employees shall not drink from open beverage containers in order to prevent contamination of their hands, the container, and exposed food.

2-401.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: A large stirring spoon is stored on an unclean surface (underneath coffee machine) between uses. During pauses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location.

3-304.12

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Single service items are not being stored properly in a manner that protects the food/lip contact surfaces.

4-903.11(A)

Jan 22, 2024

Opening

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The Cold Water Control to the hand sink was observed to be in poor repair (Leaking when turned on for use). Equipment is to be maintained in good repair.

4-501.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

Inspector notes: The following In-Use Utensils were observed to be stored improperly... - A large stirring spoon was observed stored on an unclean surface (counter under equipment/machine) between uses. - The scoop used for dry ingredients (sugar) was observed with the handle touching the food. In-Use utensils used for dry ingredients are to be stored with the handle above the food. During pauses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location.

3-304.12

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly

Inspector notes: Single-Use-Utensils were observed stored with the lip surface up. Utensils are to be stored so that only the handles are touched by employees and consumers if consumer self-service is provided.

4-903.11(A)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dunkin Donuts South last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dunkin Donuts South on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dunkin Donuts South?

Across the inspection record, “adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dunkin Donuts South.

How does Dunkin Donuts South compare to other restaurants in Warwick?

Dunkin Donuts South most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Warwick average of 86.

Has Dunkin Donuts South's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Dunkin Donuts South 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 South inspected?

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

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