Dunkin Donuts

179 Brighton Av, Allston, MA 02134
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Jan 5, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Dunkin Donuts has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 5, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near zero violations each time.

“System maintained in good repair” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to the broader Allston restaurant scene, where the average is 80, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 5, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Handsink at serving line leaking at the bottom taken out of order. Other handsink nearby used at this time. Repair.
590.005/5-205.15-C
95
Jul 23, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 6, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 4, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Products in refrigeration unit that hasbeen in the unit less than 2 hours at 48-51F The unit has an internal temperature of 48F All products were removedat this time and placed in refrigerator at 38F until repairs are made
590.003/3-501.16-P
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: Lift top refrigeration unit at the front service line with a temperature of 48F All products were removed and a service call was made
590.004/4-301.11-PF
78
Jan 24, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 12, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 8, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 23, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Hot water faucet out of order at serving line handsink. Repair.
590.005/5-205.15-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: CFPM posted expired. Provide a current CFPM certificate.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dunkin Donuts last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dunkin Donuts on file is from Jan 5, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dunkin Donuts?

Across the inspection record, “system maintained in good repair” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dunkin Donuts.

How does Dunkin Donuts compare to other restaurants in Allston?

Dunkin Donuts most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Allston average of 80.

Has Dunkin Donuts' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dunkin Donuts have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Dunkin Donuts 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 Donuts inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Dunkin Donuts is inspected around two times per year on average.