Starbucks Coffee - Hilton Providence

21 Atwells Avenue, Providence, RI 02903

Café / Breakfast

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Oct 29, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for Starbucks Coffee - Hilton Providence. On Oct 29, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. 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.

Looking across the full record, “food-contact surfaces” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

The city-wide average sits at 80, which Starbucks Coffee - Hilton Providence's 64 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Oct 29, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

View 5 violations

Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the sani bucket was less than 100 parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be 200 ppm. Sanitizer disposed, bucket was refilled to proper concentration.

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 food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice machine taken out of service to be cleaned and sanitized; ice disposed.

4-601.11(A)

Sanitizer test kit not available (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the quaternary ammonium sanitizing solution for the 3-bay sink. PIC obtained test strips from neighboring establishment.

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. List of certification programs provided.

2-102.12(A)

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The doors to the outside, located in the following areas, are not tight-fitting: -glass doors -rear hallway -loading dock. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors. PIC stated areas are scheduled for remodel end of this year.

6-202.15

Oct 28, 2024

Routine

2 major violations. 6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 8 violations

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

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(A)

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: The refuse/receiving area was observed with an accumulation of pallets, unused equipment, cardboard, and other debris. Refuse areas must be maintained to prevent harborage conditions.

5-501.115

Refuse not removed at sufficient frequency

Inspector notes: The carboard dumpster was observed overflowing with cardboard at the time of inspection. Dumpsters must be emptied at a frequency that meets establishment needs.

5-502.11

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: The wall/floor juncture in the dry storage area was observed to be in poor repair. The coving was missing, exposing opening in the wall.

6-201.13

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The doors to the outside, located in the following areas, are not tight-fitting: -glass front door -back hallway -trash/receiving area. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.

6-202.15

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the cup holders and powder containers have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-602.13

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Starbucks Coffee - Hilton Providence last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Starbucks Coffee - Hilton Providence on file is from Oct 29, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Starbucks Coffee - Hilton Providence?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Starbucks Coffee - Hilton Providence.

How does Starbucks Coffee - Hilton Providence compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Starbucks Coffee - Hilton Providence most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

Has Starbucks Coffee - Hilton Providence's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Starbucks Coffee - Hilton Providence 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 Starbucks Coffee - Hilton Providence means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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