Sip N Dip Donuts
Last inspected: Aug 18, 2025
70
Score
Sip N Dip Donuts has been inspected five times since 2023. The most recent report on file is from Aug 18, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around five violations, down from roughly eight violations earlier in the record.
Across the inspection history, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded six times.
That's lower than the typical East Providence restaurant, which scores around 79. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 18, 2025
Re-Inspection
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in refrigeration unit(s). All cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer inside the unit that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.
4-203.12
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the 3-bay sink. Test strips have been ordered.
4-302.14
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. There are currently no employees certified in food safety management. Employees are currently enrolled in an online course in food safety management.
2-102.12(A)
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in receiving, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors. Part to seal door has been ordered.
6-202.15
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gasket of the cold drawer observed in poor repair, split away from the drawer. Gasket has been ordered.
4-501.11
70
Aug 5, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Ambient temperature of slide cold hold unit was observed held at 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter observed with a temperature of 45 degrees F. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. TCS products were delivered this morning and were moved to properly functioning unit. No TCS foods are to be stored in this unit until it is serviced and maintaining a consistent temperature at/below 41 degrees F.
3-501.16(A)
Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was 0 parts per million (ppm). 3-bay sinks must have the proper concentration of sanitizing solution (chlorine: 50 - 100 ppm, quaternary ammonium: 200 - 400 ppm).
4-501.114
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 and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice machine is being cleaned and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in the refrigeration unit(s). All cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer inside the unit that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.
4-203.12
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink was lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the 3-bay sink.
4-302.14
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. There are currently no employees certified in food safety management. Employees are currently enrolled in an online course in food safety management.
2-102.12(A)
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in receiving, is 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
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Utensils were observed stored in stagnant water between uses. Utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location.
3-304.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gasket of the cold drawer observed in poor repair, split away from the drawer. Gasket must be replaced.
4-501.11
41
Aug 29, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The chlorine concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was 0 parts per million (ppm). The concentration of chlorine in the sanitizing solution must be between 50-100 ppm. 3-bay sink was properly set up at the time of inspection. Sanitizing dispenser is to be serviced.
4-501.114
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of small flies is not controlled as evidenced by live activity. 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. Pest control was observed in the establishment at the time of inspection.
6-501.111
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
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Working containers of dry ingredients are not labeled with the common name of the food. Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages, such as flour, herbs, salt, sugar, and spices must be labeled with the common name of the food. Containers were labeled at the time of inspection.
3-302.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The gaskets in the lowboy draw units were observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
67
Jul 10, 2023
Re-Inspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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. Employee has enrolled in food safety management course. Once course is successfully completed, employee is to register with RIDOH Center for Food Protection as Certified Food Safety Manager.
2-102.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gasket of the lift-up chest unit observed in poor repair. New gasket has been ordered. In addition, the milk/creamer dispenser is not cold holding properly. Ice is being used to keep milk/cream cold. New machine is being ordered.
4-501.11
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The condensate from the slide refrigeration unit and the prep unit is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain. Condensate drainage is scheduled to be corrected.
5-403.12
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: The floor at the ice machine and the walls of the kitchen prep room are not smooth, durable, easily cleanable, or non-absorbent. The materials for indoor floors 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. Floor and walls are scheduled to be repaired using proper materials.
6-201.11
82
Jun 27, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 12 violations
Toxic materials not stored separately from food
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employees' medicines were observed stored in the food prep area located in the kitchen. Employees' medicines shall be stored in a designated area away from food prep area. -Staff moved the medicines during this inspection.
7-201.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: An employee observed rinsing bowls at the hand-washing sink. Proper wash, rinse, and sanitizing of utensils reviewed. Staff washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the 3 bay sink during this inspection. Dishes and utensils were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Cacoila 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.
3-501.17
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: No person certified in food safety was present as needed at the time of inspection.
2-103.11
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. -Establishment shall enroll an employee in a food safety course. After completion of food safety course, establishment shall register employee as the Certified Food Safety Manager with RIDOH Center for Food Protection. -Proof or enrollment shall be provided to Inspector.
2-102.12
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A cigarette butt observed in the back area of the kitchen. Proper designated area for smoking reviewed. Staff removed the cigarette butt during this inspection.
2-401.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Knives observed stored in an unclean surface between equipment. Proper storage of knives reviewed. Staff removed the knives to wash, rinse, and sanitize during this inspection.
3-304.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets at the dairy chest cooler were observed in poor repair. Gaskets shall be repaired or replaced.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The milk/cream dispenser located in the front prep area was not in good repair. Unit is not holding temperature of 41 degrees F. or below. -Ice observed stored in dispenser to keep cream/milk cold. -Equipment shall be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the inside of all refrigeration units and areas underneath/behind all equipment have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. The non-food contact surfaces shall be cleaned as often as necessary to prevent buildup of residue.
4-602.13
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: The condensate from the sliding door refrigeration unit is draining into a container. Condensate from the sandwich station is draining inside unit. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-403.12
Mops not properly air-dried after use
Inspector notes: The walls in the back kitchen area and floors in the ice machine area observed not smooth, durable, non-absorbent, or easily cleanable. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.16
43
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sip N Dip Donuts last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sip N Dip Donuts on file is from Aug 18, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sip N Dip Donuts?
Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Sip N Dip Donuts.
How does Sip N Dip Donuts compare to other restaurants in East Providence?
Sip N Dip Donuts most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the East Providence average of 79.
Has Sip N Dip Donuts' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Sip N Dip Donuts have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Sip N Dip Donuts 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 Sip N Dip Donuts inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sip N Dip Donuts is inspected around two times per year on average.
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