Homewood Suites by Hilton Providence Downtown

5 Exchange St, Providence, RI 02903

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Homewood Suites by Hilton Providence Downtown has been inspected three times since 2024. The most recent visit was on Mar 31, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.

“Warewashing facilities” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Homewood Suites by Hilton Providence Downtown's latest score of 70 falls below the Providence average of 80. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 31, 2026

Routine

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

View 4 violations

Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was less than 200 parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be 200-400 ppm. Sink was drained and refilled to the proper concentration.

4-501.114

Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the quaternary ammonium sanitizing solution for the 3-bay sink.

4-302.14

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: A measuring cup was observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.

6-301.13

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The rolling door to the outside, located in the garage/trash area, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.

6-202.15

Aug 21, 2025

Routine

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

View 5 violations

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

Inspector notes: Sausage was observed held at 127 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Sausage was reheated, water was added to steam table.

3-501.16(A)

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

Inspector notes: Eggs were observed held at 52 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC adjusted thermostat during inspection.

3-501.16(A)

Time used as public health control not properly documented

Inspector notes: Establishment is using time as a public health control without authorization. Application was provided during inspection.

3-501.19

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machines) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.

4-601.11(A)

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The doors to the outside, located in the garage/trash area, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.

6-202.15

Apr 29, 2024

Routine

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

View 4 violations

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machines in kitchen and guest floors) were observed with an accumulation of black and pink residue. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice machines were taken out of service during time of inspection. Ice machines must be cleaned and sanitized prior to use.

4-602.11

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

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels.

6-301.12

Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the quaternary ammonium sanitizing solution for the 3 bay sink. The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dish machine in the kitchen.

4-302.14

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the interior and exterior of the reach-in coolers and cabinets at the service line have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-601.11(B)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Homewood Suites by Hilton Providence Downtown last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Homewood Suites by Hilton Providence Downtown on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Homewood Suites by Hilton Providence Downtown?

Across the inspection record, “warewashing facilities” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Homewood Suites by Hilton Providence Downtown.

How does Homewood Suites by Hilton Providence Downtown compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Homewood Suites by Hilton Providence Downtown most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

Has Homewood Suites by Hilton Providence Downtown's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Homewood Suites by Hilton Providence Downtown have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Homewood Suites by Hilton Providence Downtown 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 Homewood Suites by Hilton Providence Downtown inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Homewood Suites by Hilton Providence Downtown is inspected around two times per year on average.

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