Nicole's Kitchen

2656 Hartford Avenue, Johnston, RI 02919

Catering

License: Caterer or Commissary

Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Nicole's Kitchen appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2023. Nicole's Kitchen was last inspected on Jan 12, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Recent visits have flagged additional issues, ticking from two violations up to six.

Across the inspection history, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.

Nicole's Kitchen's latest score of 74 falls below the Johnston average of 77. Pulling back, there's nothing alarming, though there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 12, 2026

Routine

6 minor violations.

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Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: Both back doors to the outside, located in the kitchen area, are 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

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Various food items were observed stored on the floor and less than 6 inches from the floor in the kitchen area. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

3-305.11

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly

Inspector notes: Single use items were observed stored on the floor in the kitchen area. Items must be at least 6 inches off the floor.

4-903.11(A)

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the stand mixer have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-602.13

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

Inspector notes: The ceiling in the food prep and hand sink areas are covered with tiles that are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable.

6-101.11

Handwashing sign not posted

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sinks in the kitchen and bathroom were lacking proper signage.

6-301.14

Dec 16, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Ready-to-eat food not date marked

Inspector notes: (Various food product) was observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.PIC informed.

3-501.17

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the (prep table shelves) have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-602.13

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

Inspector notes: The ceiling in the (3 bay area ) area is covered with tiles that are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable.

6-101.11

Aug 3, 2023

Reinspection for Opening

1 minor violation.

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Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

Inspector notes: The ceiling tiles (acoustic composite material) is not durable, easily cleanable, or non-absorbent. The materials for indoor ceilings must be durable, easily cleanable and nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.

6-101.11

Jul 24, 2023

Opening

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

Inspector notes: The ceiling tiles by the 3 bay sink and in the food preparation area are constructed of acoustic tiles. This material is not durable. Materials for ceiling surfaces shall be smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.

6-101.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Nicole's Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Nicole's Kitchen on file is from Jan 12, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Nicole's Kitchen?

Across the inspection record, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Nicole's Kitchen.

How does Nicole's Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Johnston?

Nicole's Kitchen most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Johnston average of 77.

Has Nicole's Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Nicole's Kitchen have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about two per visit to around six more recently.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Nicole's Kitchen 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 Nicole's Kitchen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Nicole's Kitchen is inspected around two times per year on average.

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