Dunkin' Donuts

1 Deaconess Rd, Boston, MA 02215
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Dec 8, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Dunkin' Donuts has seven inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 8, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

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

When inspectors have written things up, “repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.

The city-wide average for Boston sits at 86, putting Dunkin' Donuts on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.

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Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 8, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Observed a broken toilet set in the restroom. Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy food soils inside of multiple freezer units. Clean to remove
590.004/4-601.11-C
90
Apr 30, 2025
Routine
5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to answer question pertaining managerial controls. Designate a knowledgeable PIC at all hours of operation
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Ladies/ Staff restroom observed without hand cleanser. Provide proper means to clean hands and maintain. Other restroom and handsinks observed in compliance
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Mice droppings/ activity observed on the floor under shelvings in the warewashing/storage room. Clean to remove PIC to provide current detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator to: Inca. Prince@ Boston.Gov
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior and exterior of multiple refrigeration / freezer unit observed soiled by visible food spills dry foods . donut holder tray observed soiled by dry frosting dairy dispenser observed soiled by dry milk/ dairy hot chocolate dispenser observed soiled by visible dry food spills exterior of both ice machine and ice holder observed soiled in between equipments observed soiled by visible dry food spills. Clean and sanitze to remove
590.004/4-601.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC to train staff on violations noted on the report. PIC to post current Common Victualier License (exp 2023) PIC to post current Site Cleanliness License PIC to post current Certificate of Inspection/ Certificate of Occupancy
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: No splash guard between ice holder and trash receptacle. Discontinue placing trash receptacle or provide splash guard.
590.003/3-307.11-C
Toilets and urinals (c)
Inspector notes: Establishment offers multiple seat down area but restroom is for staff only. Provide
590.005/5-203.12-C
55
Aug 28, 2024
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean vents to AC units throughout Clean ceiling in prep area Clean walls in hallway
590.006/6-201.11-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all equipment from hallway to back area Remove unnecessary articles from trash area
590.006/6-501.114-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Repair walls in hallway to back area Missing ceiling tile above water tank (Rheem) Chipped paint on frames of glass doors (enterence/exit)
590.006/6-501.11-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Replace worn ice bucket
590.003/3-307.11-C
82
Apr 10, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Soils on interior of large ice machine
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: No covers for trash receptacles behind counter
590.005/5-501.13-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean walls and attachments behind counter
590.006/6-201.11-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Missing ceiling tiles - Storage room Wall in disrepair in back room outside of bathrooms Chipped paint on electrical box
590.006/6-501.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean exterior of ice bin - On serving line Clean food disply cases - On serving line
590.004/4-602.13-C
74
May 15, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Handwash sink observed obstructed with equipment.Remove obstructions maintain handwash sink accessible for proper handwashing.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the interiors of all refrigeration/freezer units to remove soils/food debris Clean the interior of the trash cabinet to remove soils-Dining room
590.004/4-601.11-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors throughout(kitchen/counter/dining)to remove debris/soils
590.006/6-501.13-C
82
Nov 29, 2022
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the ice machine vents to remove dust buildup. Clean the interiors of the counter reach in units to remove soils/debris. Clean the gaskets to remove sticky residue. Clean the counters to remove food debris & soils.
590.004/4-601.11-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Replace the damaged toilet tank cover.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors under/around service counter equipment to remove soils.
590.006/6-501.13-C
86
Nov 4, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Manager must monitor day to day operations regarding cleaning & organizing the location
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand soap missing from the handwash station behind the service counter.Provide
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors in the storage room under/around service counter equipment & main dining location to remove soils debris & sticky residue. Manager on site has started to correct the issues
590.006/6-501.13-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Replace the damaged toilet tank cover.
590.006/6-501.11-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the ice machine vents to remove dust buildup. Clean the interiors of the counter reach in units to remove soils/debris. Clean the gaskets to remove sticky residue. Clean the counters to remove food debris & soils.
590.004/4-601.11-C
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dunkin' Donuts last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dunkin' Donuts on file is from Dec 8, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dunkin' Donuts?

Across the inspection record, “repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Dunkin' Donuts.

How does Dunkin' Donuts compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Dunkin' Donuts most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.

Has Dunkin' Donuts' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dunkin' Donuts have averaged around four 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.