Dunkin Donuts
Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026
82
Score
The health department has logged 15 inspections at Dunkin Donuts, the earliest from 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 15, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
Looking across the full record, “nonfood contact surfaces” is the recurring theme, flagged 11 times.
Compared to other Boston restaurants (averaging 86), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
15
Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 15, 2026
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the interiors of the upright & reachin refrigeration units to remove spills & soils. Clean the counters & equipment to remove food soils & spills
590.004/4-602.13-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: The 3 bay sink was observed obstructed with rolling racks shelving empty boxes & general clutter. Remove all obstructions clean & organize Maintain 3 bay sink available for use
590.006/6-501.114-C
Designation-dressing areas and lockers (c)
Inspector notes: Personal items observed stored under the 3 bay sink.Provide a designated location for employee storage
590.006/6-305.11-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors behind the counter under equipment & 3 bay sink to remove food soils/spills & debris
590.006/6-501.13-C
82
Dec 11, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cooked egg and sausage/egg patties inside of the flip top cooler with elevated temperatures between 51-58F. Possibly due to being over filled. Address and enure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F. All other foods inside of the unit were at below 41F. Foods out of temperature were removed and voluntarily discarded at the time of the visit.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: AT the time of the re-inspection upper portion of the sandwich unit does not appear to be functioning properly. Address and make any necessary repairs. Discontinue the use of the whole unit unless it is able to maintain a temperature of below 41F.
590.004/4-202.16-C
82
Dec 3, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cooked egg and sausage/egg patties inside of the flip top cooler with elevated temperatures between 51-58F. Possibly due to being over filled. Address and enure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F. All other foods inside of the unit were at below 41F. Foods out of temperature were removed and voluntarily discarded at the time of the visit.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: AT the time of the re-inspection upper portion of the sandwich unit does not appear to be functioning properly. Address and make any necessary repairs. Discontinue the use of the whole unit unless it is able to maintain a temperature of below 41F.
590.004/4-202.16-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Second hand sink located near the donut racks does not seem to be functioning properly and reaching the appropriate temperature. Hot water was sufficient at all other sinks in the establishment. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Interior of the 2 door True refrigeration unit visibly soiled. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
74
Nov 25, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cooked egg and sausage/egg patties inside of the flip top cooler with elevated temperatures between 51-58F. Possibly due to being over filled. Address and enure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F. All other foods inside of the unit were at below 41F. Foods out of temperature were removed and voluntarily discarded at the time of the visit.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Interior of the 2 door True refrigeration unit visibly soiled. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Second hand sink located near the donut racks does not seem to be functioning properly and reaching the appropriate temperature. Hot water was sufficient at all other sinks in the establishment. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.005/5-205.15-C
78
Mar 27, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed oat milk stored at 47F inside reach in unit. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. PIC relocated products
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy food spills on countertops near coffee station / inside 2 door upright refrigerated unit and on squeeze bottles; heavy heavy food debris at sandwich station; mold-like substance inside ice machine. Thoroughly clean with frequency at all stated areas
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Observed condensation inside milk reach in unit at front counter. Repair and ensure proper operation of unit
590.004/4-501.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed metal stirrers stored in stagnant water. Discussed with PIC to discontinue and store clean and sanitized utensil on a clean contact surface
590.003/3-304.12-C
Thawing (c)
Inspector notes: Observed pre-made packaged sandwiches thawing outside of refrigeration. Discussed with PIC to monitor and ensure proper procedures are being followed for thawing products
590.003/3-501.13-C
Frequency-removal (c)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple empty boxes stored inside limiting accessibility in location. Frequently remove all boxes
590.005/5-502.11-C
64
Dec 6, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Pink soils observed inside the interior of ice machine. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Cleaning agents and sanitizers availability (pf)
Inspector notes: No sanitizer set up at location. Quat sanitizer available but not set up. Ensure sanitizer available at all hours.
590.004/4-303.11-PF
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Mice droppings observed under 3 bay sink and on floor in the back of house. Call for additional pest service.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Excess boxes in back of house. Floors on production line have debris. Under equiptment has debris. Clean to remove all soils.
590.004/4-602.13-C
74
Jun 12, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of mice activity at location. Droppings under three bay sink and in office area. Ecolab monitors pest control. Last date of service 5.28.24 noted findings. Provide updated pest report.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Ice machine observed with pink soils inside the interior of the ice machine. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled glue trap under coffee bar. Remove.
590.006/6-501.112-C
78
Oct 24, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Mouse droppings under storage shelving refrigeration units and service line. Clean all areas and maintain clean free of food debris and clutter. Monitor for activity. Pest report indicates mouse activity and food debris. Provide plan for preventitive measures and additional monitors for controlling mice.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Food debris under refrigeration units and storage shelving. Clean regularly to avoid attracting pests. Dairy refrigerator with spills interior and exterior. Clean and maintain clean.
590.004/4-602.13-C
86
Jul 25, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Pink mold-like substance on chute of ice machine. Clean to prevent contamination
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Mouse droppings observed throughout location- under service counter storage shevling donut display behind coffee machines and under coler units in storage area. Provide intgrated pest management plan for controling mice. Flies observed in storage area behind freezer. Reviewed pest reports
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Food and debris under donut display. Debris under storage shelving. Moisture and pink mold-like substance on floor behind upright freezer in storage area. Clean all areas to avoid attracting pests.
590.004/4-602.13-C
78
Mar 29, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Mouse droppings under service line and shelving in dry storage. Clean all areas and maintain clean to facilitate pest control access. Pest reports repeat recommendations for cleaning Flies observed in mop room and above 3 compartment sink. Clean drains and wall above 3 compartment sink.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Food and debris under service line dry storage shelving and cooler units. Clean all areas to avoid attracting pests.
590.004/4-602.13-C
86
Jan 12, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: No employee with current allergen awareness. Provide certificate for allergen awareness for current employee at this location.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Mouse droppings on under counter storage for coffee cups and behind cold brew station. Cups discarded by PIC. Clean all areas and monitor for activity. Direct Ecolab pest control to areas with recurring droppings. Consult with Tufts Facilities to determine source of mice in building.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floor area under the counter tops and tables along the service line. Remove built up debris and soils. Clean floor area behind the donut display case. Remove built up debris.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the interior of the 2 door True refrigerator near the back kitchen area. Remove heavy buildup of food debris and soils buildup inside the unit.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Fly activity observed behind the right side donut display. Remove fly activity. Provide exterminators report with details for dealing with pest issues. Provide service from Eco Lab before the compliance inspection. Provide reciept of service and provide a game plan for dealing with the fly issues.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: In the back area of the kitchen provide better storage of personal belongings. Keep personal items seperate from supplies.
590.006/6-501.114-C
67
Jan 5, 2023
Routine
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: No employee with current allergen awareness. Provide certificate for allergen awareness for current employee at this location.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Mouse droppings on under counter storage for coffee cups and behind cold brew station. Cups discarded by PIC. Clean all areas and monitor for activity. Direct Ecolab pest control to areas with recurring droppings. Consult with Tufts Facilities to determine source of mice in building.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
82
Dec 30, 2022
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floor area under the counter tops and tables along the service line. Remove built up debris and soils. Clean floor area behind the donut display case. Remove built up debris.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the interior of the 2 door True refrigerator near the back kitchen area. Remove heavy buildup of food debris and soils buildup inside the unit.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Fly activity observed behind the right side donut display. Remove fly activity. Provide exterminators report with details for dealing with pest issues. Provide service from Eco Lab before the compliance inspection. Provide reciept of service and provide a game plan for dealing with the fly issues.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: In the back area of the kitchen provide better storage of personal belongings. Keep personal items seperate from supplies.
590.006/6-501.114-C
82
Sep 13, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Exterior of portable ice chest with soils and spills. Clean to remove. Exterior of all refrigeration and freezer units with food soils and smudges. Clean to remove. Exterior on the sugar bin with heavy soils and spills. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Underneath all coffee equipment and baking equipment with spills and food soils. Clean to remove. Back wall of warewash area with food splatters and debris. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
86
Apr 28, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Portable ice chest exterior with soils and spills. Top of sugar bin with soils and debris. Shelf for cup lids with debris. Clean all areas and maintain to prevent possible contamination.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Debris under service line refrigeration. Interior of cold brew cooler with spills floor around grease trap with debris. Wall and ceiling over ice machine with dust and build-up. Clean all areas.
590.004/4-602.13-C
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dunkin Donuts last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dunkin Donuts on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains 15 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dunkin Donuts?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood contact surfaces” has been cited 11 times, more than any other issue at Dunkin Donuts.
How does Dunkin Donuts compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Dunkin Donuts most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower 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 four times per year on average.
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