Kongdog
Last inspected: Aug 13, 2025
95
Score
Public records show seven inspections at Kongdog stretching back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Aug 13, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Restaurants in Providence average 80, so Kongdog is doing better than most peers. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 13, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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. Owner informed inspector that one manager has registered for on-line training.
2-102.12(A)
95
Jul 29, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 15 violations
Time used as public health control not properly documented
Inspector notes: Time for Public Health Control logs were incomplete, having no information since 7/25/25. PIC informed.
3-501.19
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (beverages) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. PIC informed.
3-302.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the dish wash area was lacking paper towels. PIC informed.
6-301.12
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Staff were observed rinsing dishes and placing with clean dishes without washing or sanitizing. PIC informed, 3-bay sink set-up and dishes were washed and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cheese was observed held at 45 degrees Fahrenheit above the prep unit fill line. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Cheese was placed below the fill line.
3-501.16(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by rodent droppings throughout the facility and a deceased rodent. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.
6-501.111
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Boxes of food were observed stored on the floor in the walk-in freezer. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor. PIC stated more dunnage racks were being ordered.
3-305.11
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(A)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Dishes and utensils were observed in the hand-washing sink in the kitchen; a rag was in the hand-washing sink in the dish room. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing. Items were removed during inspection.
6-301.13
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
Inspector notes: A deceased rodent was observed in a trap in the kitchen. PIC informed to remove.
6-501.112
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the large stand mixer and small mixer bowl have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Items taken out of service to be cleaned and sanitized.
4-601.11(B)
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: There was a visible gap in the wall where the stainless-steel covering meets drywall junctures in the kitchen.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following have an accumulation of soil residue, food and grease debris, and rodent droppings: -floor/wall junctures throughout the facility -under equipment -walls under ventilation hoods -above walk-in cooler -behind water tank -utility shelf over stairway. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Utensils, equipment & linens; properly stored, dried, & handled
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: An employee's phone was observed stored on prep unit. PIC moved phone during inspection.
6-501.110
Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage
Inspector notes: Rinsed dishes were not allowed to air dry prior to stacking.
4-901.11
32
Jul 31, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was in excess of 400 parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be 200 ppm. Inspector and PIC diluted to proper concentration during inspection.
4-501.114
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors and walls in the throughout the facility has an accumulation of soil residue and food debris at the floor/wall junctures. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the large stand mixer and under the prep unit lid have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The condensate from the walk-in refrigeration unit is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other non-sewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-403.12
74
Jul 18, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 7 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 14 violations
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Inspector observed cases of single service items on the floor in the dry storage area. Single service items must be stored 6 inches above the floor.
4-903.11(A)
Time used as public health control not properly documented
Inspector notes: Records are not being maintained for tapioca pearls (boba) as required by RIDOH Center for Food Protection.
3-501.19
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: The Person in charge did not assure compliance with critical code requirements.
2-103.11
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The establishment does not have a written procedure for cleaning vomit and diarrhea. Inspector provided RIDOH guidance during inspection.
2-501.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Hot dogs were observed held at 45 degrees Fahrenheit, with prep unit ambient temperature at 54 degrees. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC adjusted temperature during inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by rodent droppings. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.
6-501.111
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Various foods were observed stored on the floor in the walk-ins and the dry storage area. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.12
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
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following areas have an accumulation of soil residue, debris, and/or rodent droppings: -space over walk-in cooler -hand sinks -floors and walls throughout facility. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Condenser located in the walk-in cooler was not in good repair. Inspector observed condenser wrapped in plastic, with water dripping from the plastic wrap.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets on the front service prep unit was observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: -prep unit doors and gaskets -walk-in freezer gaskets -low boy doors and gaskets -exterior of the ice machine -stand mixer.
4-602.13
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: The condensate from the walk-in refrigeration unit is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-403.12
Refuse not removed at sufficient frequency
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Establishment had an accumulation of used fryer oil waiting to be disposed of. Per PIC, the receptable used for the building had not been emptied for more than two weeks. PIC and inspector observed the area and found tank had been emptied. PIC began removal of used oil during inspection.
5-502.11
32
Jul 3, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Tapioca pearls were observed held at 108 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Hot holding unit was adjusted to proper temperature at time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
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
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Gloves, bucket and scrub pad were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing. A hand-washing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use.
5-205.11
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Beverages and food were observed stored on the floor in the walk in cooler. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
67
May 23, 2023
Reinspection for Opening
No violations found.
100
May 16, 2023
Opening
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Plumbing for 3 bay sink faucet was observed leaking. System to be maintained in good repair and proper adjustment.
5-205.15
Insufficient number of handwashing sinks
Inspector notes: The middle prep room does not have a hand-washing sink that is conveniently located and/or readily accessible. Hand-washing sinks must be located to allow convenient use by employees in food preparation, food dispensing, and ware-washing areas.
5-203.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Kongdog last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Kongdog on file is from Aug 13, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Kongdog?
Across the inspection record, “adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Kongdog.
How does Kongdog compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Kongdog most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.
Has Kongdog's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Kongdog have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Kongdog 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 Kongdog inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Kongdog is inspected around three times per year on average.
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