Nicole's Kitchen
Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026
74
Score
Nicole's Kitchen, located at 2656 Hartford Avenue in Johnston, Rhode Island, underwent a moderate risk inspection on January 12, 2026. This inspection identified six minor violations. Across four scored inspections, Nicole's Kitchen has primarily maintained a low-risk status.
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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
74
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
82
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
95
Jul 24, 2023
Opening
1 minor violation.
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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
95
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