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Dunkin Donuts Blue Hill Ave

456 Blue Hill Av, Dorchester, MA 02121
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Apr 17, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Dunkin Donuts Blue Hill Ave has 10 inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Apr 17, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near one violation per visit.

Looking across the full record, “controlling pests” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Dunkin Donuts Blue Hill Ave's latest score of 90 sits above the Dorchester average of 86. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 17, 2026
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Rat burrows observed under drive thru window. Provide action plan from licensed pest control company.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
90
Mar 19, 2026
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Rat burrows observed under drive thru window. Provide action plan from licensed pest control company.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
90
Feb 27, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 18, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection previously frozen cooked egg patties inside of the walk-in cooler were at approximately 48F. Milk in the additional walk-in cooler room at 44F. Address and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F. Foods at the wrong temperature were moved at the time of the inspection.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Food temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Food thermometer on site was not functioning properly at the time of the inspection. Replace/repair.
590.004/4-302.12-PF
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Alarm for the walk-in cooler reading 54F. Discontinue use unless the unit is able to maintain a temperatrure of below 41F. Service call was placed at the time of the inspection for repairs to be made.
590.004/4-202.16-C
74
Feb 3, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 12, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection previously frozen cooked egg patties inside of the walk-in cooler were at approximately 48F. Milk in the additional walk-in cooler room at 44F. Address and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F. Foods at the wrong temperature were moved at the time of the inspection.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Food temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Food thermometer on site was not functioning properly at the time of the inspection. Replace/repair.
590.004/4-302.12-PF
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Alarm for the walk-in cooler reading 54F. Discontinue use unless the unit is able to maintain a temperatrure of below 41F. Service call was placed at the time of the inspection for repairs to be made.
590.004/4-202.16-C
74
Jan 9, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cooked egg patties inside of the flip top cooler with an elevated temperature of 49F. Possibly due to the drawer not closing properly. Address and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F. At the time of the inspection management madea decision to voluntarily dispose of the eggs that were out of termperature.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of fruit fly activity noted in the main service area. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Paper towel dispensor near the 3 bay sink is damaged adn not funtioning properly. Replace. Drawer to the flip top cooler not closing properly and effecting how the unit is functioning. Address make any necessary repairs and discontinue use unless the unit is able to maintain a temperature of below 41F. Flip top cooler with a slightly elevated temperature. Discontinue use uless the unit is able to maintain a temperature of below 41F.
590.004/4-202.16-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Pipe under the 3 bay sink is leaking. Repair.
590.005/5-205.15-C
70
Oct 24, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 10, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 22, 2022
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Exhausthood sticker expired service and provide current.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Repair wall below hand wash sink.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: some ceiling tiles out of place near exhausthood repair.
590.006/6-201.11-C
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dunkin Donuts Blue Hill Ave last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dunkin Donuts Blue Hill Ave on file is from Apr 17, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dunkin Donuts Blue Hill Ave?

Across the inspection record, “controlling pests” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Dunkin Donuts Blue Hill Ave.

How does Dunkin Donuts Blue Hill Ave compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?

Dunkin Donuts Blue Hill Ave most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Dorchester average of 86.

Has Dunkin Donuts Blue Hill Ave's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dunkin Donuts Blue Hill Ave have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Dunkin Donuts Blue Hill Ave 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 Blue Hill Ave inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Dunkin Donuts Blue Hill Ave is inspected around three times per year on average.

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