Dunkin'
Last inspected: Apr 22, 2026
100
Score
Public records show nine inspections at Dunkin' stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 22, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around one violation across recent inspections versus roughly three violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “nonfood contact surfaces”, which has been cited three times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Boston restaurant scores 86. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
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Major latest
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Inspection History
Apr 22, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 7, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
System maintained in good repair (p)
Inspector notes: Observed toilet not able to flush properly upon inspection water is not flowing properly. Repair
590.005/5-205.15-P
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Handsink fixture broke. Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Observed debris and heavy soils in the restroom. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.18-C
78
Apr 15, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple staff without hair restriants. Provide at all times. PIC corrected on site for staff to utilize hair restraint.
590.002/2-402.11-C
95
Dec 23, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 1, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Cleaning agents and sanitizers availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed an empty detergent bottle at the 3 bay sink. Replace and provide at all times.
590.004/4-303.11-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Missing soap at the handsink. Replace
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Observed rodent droppings under the donut holding unit. clean to remove. Observed rodent droppings under the baking and oven equipment on the cookline. Clean to remove PIC was able to provide pest control from ecolab dated 2.17.24.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Observed numerous empty boxes stored next to the 3 compartment sink on top of the baking oven inside the walk in freezer and on the cook line. Remove and dc storing empty boxes.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Using dressing rooms and lockers (c)
Inspector notes: Observed staff personal items stored on the baking rack with dry and packaged baked goods. Remove and store properly.
590.006/6-501.110-C
70
Jan 4, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Missing testing device for quats sanitizer. Provide
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Warewashing equipment determining chemical sanitizer concentration (pf)
Inspector notes: 3 compartment sink sanitizer bay not registering on inspectors test strips. Water was 83F. Pic states the water was set up an hour ago. Advised pic to assure staff dispenses chemicals into the bay.
590.004/4-501.116-PF
Using dressing rooms and lockers (c)
Inspector notes: Observed staff clothing stored on the bulk sugar bin. PIC removed and advised to clean and sanitize bin. Direct staff to utilize designated area for storing clothing.
590.006/6-501.110-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy grease build up and debri around the grease trap. Clean to remove.
590.006/6-201.11-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy soils on the bulk sugar bins. Clean to remove
590.004/4-601.11-C
70
Nov 9, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Cleaning procedure (p)
Inspector notes: No evidence of handwashing at cookline between glove changes and staff returning to the work area. Retrain staff.
590.002/2-301.12-P
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: No handsoap at cookline handsink. Provide. No soap refills left per PIC. Handsink in warewashing area has soap.
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Walkin floor with soils food debris under equipment at service line. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
74
May 31, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Cleaning agents and sanitizers availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Three compartment sink is not setup properly. Provide wash/rinse/sanitizer waters at the proper concentration and temperature.
590.004/4-303.11-PF
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Food workers observed without hair restraints. Provide.
590.002/2-402.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Floors at cookline with visible food debris and soils. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
82
Aug 3, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Fruit flies obsevred in pastry case. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon reinspection. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Take steps to ensure food protection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Clean restroom
590.006/6-501.18-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Evaporator coil on reach in unit is malfunctioning with condensate overflowing onto floor. Make all necessary repairs.
590.004/4-501.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors under equipment of visible debri standing water and soils.
590.004/4-602.13-C
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dunkin' last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dunkin' on file is from Apr 22, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dunkin'?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood contact surfaces” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Dunkin'.
How does Dunkin' compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Dunkin' most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.
Has Dunkin''s inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Dunkin' have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Dunkin' means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Dunkin' inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Dunkin' is inspected around two times per year on average.
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