Knead Doughnuts

900 Smith St, Providence, RI 02908
Café / Breakfast
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Dec 12, 2024
78
Score
Low Risk

Knead Doughnuts has only two inspections on file, a thin record to work from. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 12, 2024. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The most recent inspection turned up two violations, more than the zero found previously.

When inspectors have written things up, proper cold holding temperatures has been the most frequent reason, cited one time.

Knead Doughnuts's latest score is in line with the Providence average of 80. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 12, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: (Dairy products) was observed held at (48-49 ) degrees Fahrenheit in carafe on counter. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling.. Per person in charge, items had been on the counter for about 2 hours. Items were relocated to a refrigeration unit to cool. Food must not be stored out of refrigeration.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of black residue. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice disposed and unit taken out of serviced to be washed and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
78
Jun 13, 2023
Opening
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Knead Doughnuts last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Knead Doughnuts on file is from Dec 12, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Knead Doughnuts?

Across the inspection record, proper cold holding temperatures has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Knead Doughnuts.

How does Knead Doughnuts compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Knead Doughnuts most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Providence average of 80.

Has Knead Doughnuts's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Knead Doughnuts have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about zero per visit to around two more recently.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Knead Doughnuts means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.