Mcdonalds

1920 Mineral Spring Ave, North Providence, RI 02904

American

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Oct 1, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Mcdonalds has four inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent visit was on Oct 1, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.

“Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.

That's lower than the typical North Providence restaurant, which scores around 81. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 1, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 1 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 observed exceeding 400 parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be 200-300 ppm. Sanitizer was diluted to 300 ppm at the time of inspection. PIC will call for service.

4-501.114

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back of kitchen, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors. Per PIC, establishment will repair/extend door sweep.

6-202.15

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine, 2 door stack shelves, and 2 door stack freezer have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Non-food contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch.

4-602.13

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors and walls throughout the facility/basement have an accumulation of soil residue, droppings, and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Establishment is to clean any and all droppings using appropriate means of sanitization.

6-501.12

Sep 23, 2024

Environmental Complaint

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: At time of inspection, drain in basement was lacking a cover. PIC stated plumber has been contacted.

5-205.15

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of insects is not controlled as evidenced by an abundance of small flying insects throughout establishment. The presence of mice is not controlled as evidenced by droppings throughout establishment. 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

Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly

Inspector notes: The presence of cockroaches is not controlled as evidenced by dead roaches throughout establishment. 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. PIC stated PCS comes weekly.

6-501.112

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of: 1. Shelving (food residue / other debris) 2. Ice cream machine (food residue / other debris) 3. Coffee area (food residue / other debris) 4. Soda Machine (food residue / other debris) 5. Fryers (grease / food residue / other debris) 6. Fanta Machine (food residue / other debris) 7. Shelving (black residue)

4-602.13

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floor behind the ice machine has an accumulation of rodent droppings. The floors throughout the kitchen have a heavy accumulation of grease and soil residue. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Jan 2, 2024

Environmental Complaint

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

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. - Frappe machine - Ice cream machine - Cup holders - Under fountain drink shelving

4-602.13

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors and walls throughout the facility have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors in the basement (boiler area) have an accumulation of droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Dec 26, 2023

Routine

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures in the drive thru area does not have coving. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch. PIC informed.

6-201.16

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

6-501.12

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mcdonalds last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mcdonalds on file is from Oct 1, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mcdonalds?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Mcdonalds.

How does Mcdonalds compare to other restaurants in North Providence?

Mcdonalds most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the North Providence average of 81.

Has Mcdonalds' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mcdonalds have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Mcdonalds 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 Mcdonalds inspected?

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

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