Dunkin Donuts

115 Forsyth St, Boston, MA 02115

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Sep 4, 2025

Score

High Risk

Inspectors have visited Dunkin Donuts seven times, with records going back to 2022. Dunkin Donuts was last inspected on Sep 4, 2025. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

Across the inspection history, “repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.

The city-wide average sits at 86, which Dunkin Donuts' 47 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 4, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 9 violations

(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)

Inspector notes: Cream cheese 45 F on prep/sandwash refrig unit

590.003/3-501.16-P

When to wash (p)

Inspector notes: Food handlers not washing hands during inspection (when donning on gloves and leaving and returning to work area

590.002/2-301.14-P

Hand drying provision (pf)

Inspector notes: Paper towel dispenser empty - PIC took corrective action during inspection

590.006/6-301.12-PF

Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)

Inspector notes: Coffee/tea stains in and around hand sink next to prep station

590.005/5-205.11-PF

Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)

Inspector notes: Back storage/ware washing area Missing and loose ceiling tile and ceiling in disrepair Behind serving counter Exposed wood on shelving under "Pick Up" and register areas Wall behind wash sink and dish machine has chipped and peeling paint not smooth durable easily cleanable Rust on wire shelving between dish machine and ice machine

590.006/6-501.11-C

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Build up of soils on interior and exterior of refrigeration/freezer units - esp. door handles

590.004/4-602.13-C

Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)

Inspector notes: Build up soils on walls floors and attachments

590.006/6-201.11-C

Cutting surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Deep cuts in cutting board on sandwich prep unit

590.004/4-501.12-C

Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)

Inspector notes: Personal items (back packs clothing etc) stored with food storage in back area

590.006/6-501.114-C

Feb 13, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 2, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Separation-storage (p)

Inspector notes: Open toxic chemicals not properly stored in a covered container and labeled

590.007/7-201.11-P

When to wash (p)

Inspector notes: Food handlers not washing hands Multitasking and handling equipment then ready to eat foods

590.002/2-301.14-P

Assignment (pf)

Inspector notes: No PIC at the time of my arrival - I contacted corporate via email and a PIC arrived during inspection

590.002(A)/2-101.11-PF

Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)

Inspector notes: Hand sink in back blocked by chair and personal items - Corrected on site Hand sink with food covers in basin - Corrected on site Observed food handler rinsing and filling cups in hand sink

590.005/5-205.11-PF

Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)

Inspector notes: Dishwasher leaking Resurface walls where there is chipping paint - Back area

590.006/6-501.11-C

Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)

Inspector notes: Built up soils on walls floor ceiling throughout back area

590.006/6-201.11-C

Apr 25, 2024

Routine

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Assignment (pf)

Inspector notes: No Person in charge at time of inspection

590.002(A)/2-101.11-PF

Temperature measuring devices manual and mechanical warewashing (pf)

Inspector notes: No irreversible measuring device for high temp dish machine

590.004/4-302.13-PF

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Built up soils on exterior of ice machine and ice storage bins

590.004/4-602.13-C

Cutting surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Worn cutting board on sandwich prep unit

590.004/4-501.12-C

(a) (b) and (d) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles storing (c)

Inspector notes: Food containers not inverted Ice bucket not inverted

590.004/4-903.11-C1

Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)

Inspector notes: Missing ceililng tiles Ceiling grates broken

590.006/6-501.11-C

Oct 16, 2023

Routine

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)

Inspector notes: Remove/replace the soiled glue trap from under the computer desk.

590.006/6-501.112-C

Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)

Inspector notes: Repair the damaged wall above the dish machine.

590.006/6-101.11-C

Mar 22, 2023

Routine

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)

Inspector notes: Repair the damaged wall above the rear dish machine.

590.006/6-501.11-C

Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)

Inspector notes: Clean the storage area floor to remove debris.

590.006/6-501.13-C

Aug 25, 2022

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)

Inspector notes: Caulking at the handsink barriers for 2 locations observed damaged.Repair/re-caulk as needed

590.004/4-501.11-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 Sep 4, 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 four times, more than any other issue at Dunkin Donuts.

How does Dunkin Donuts compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Dunkin Donuts most recently scored 47 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 high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Dunkin Donuts means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Dunkin Donuts inspected?

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

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