Dunkin Donuts
Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026
86
Score
Inspectors have visited Dunkin Donuts 14 times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 21, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces”, showing up four times.
That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Boston restaurants. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
14
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 21, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Assignment (pf)
Inspector notes: No designated manager is on site - five employee with no one in charge - Need to have a knowledgeable person in charge during hours of operation
590.002(A)/2-101.11-PF
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors throughout the entire store [ including where customers enter the facility ] from all visible soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
86
Jan 13, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Assignment (pf)
Inspector notes: No designated manager is on site - five employee with no one in charge - Need to have a knowledgeable person in charge during hours of operation
590.002(A)/2-101.11-PF
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors throughout the entire store [ including where customers enter the facility ] from all visible soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post current copy of the PIC's food safety certificate
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
82
Jan 6, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post current copy of the PIC's food safety certificate
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
95
Aug 26, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: **Observed front prep tables with coffee spills / food debris including behind hot chocolate machine. Thoroughly clean throughout slow periods of the day to prevent build up; **Observed dusty filters on ice machine. Clean to remove
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Observed pooled water under and around single door reach in unit @ frozen drink station. Discussed with PIC to monitor and ensure floor are clean and dry
590.006/6-201.11-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Observed employee working front counter without hair restraint. Provide and ensure all staff are wearing hair restraints to prevent contamination
590.002/2-402.11-C
82
Mar 17, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Observed milk reach in unit operating @ 50F. Discussed with PIC to contact HVAC for servicing of refrigerated unit. All open containers removed to walk in unit.
590.004/4-501.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed stirring spoons stored in stagnant water. Discussed with PIC to remove and maintain in use utensils clean / sanitized and stored on clean surface
590.003/3-304.12-C
90
Mar 10, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed liquid spills behind hot chocolate machine due to leaks / excessive crumbs at sandwich station and inside refrigerated drawers. Clean to remove all spills
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Observed milk reach in unit operating @ 50F. Discussed with PIC to contact HVAC for servicing of refrigerated unit. All open containers removed to walk in unit.
590.004/4-501.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed stirring spoons stored in stagnant water. Discussed with PIC to remove and maintain in use utensils clean / sanitized and stored on clean surface
590.003/3-304.12-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Observed lids open on outside dumpsters. Remain closed
590.005/5-501.15-C
78
Mar 3, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed liquid spills behind hot chocolate machine due to leaks / excessive crumbs at sandwich station and inside refrigerated drawers. Clean to remove all spills
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Observed lids open on outside dumpsters. Remain closed
590.005/5-501.15-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed stirring spoons stored in stagnant water. Discussed with PIC to remove and maintain in use utensils clean / sanitized and stored on clean surface
590.003/3-304.12-C
82
Oct 4, 2024
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink not operating in prep area due to leak. Contact licensed plumber for repairs and provide a report
590.005/5-205.15-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Observed dumpster lids open to the element. Maintain lids closed and tight fitting at all times
590.005/5-501.15-C
Intensity-lighting (c)
Inspector notes: Observed light missing in walk in freezer. Provide
590.006/6-303.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy milk / coffee / sugars spills on sevice counters. Clean with frequency to maintain counters clean and free of spills
590.004/4-602.13-C
82
Jan 25, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 30, 2023
Routine
3 major violations.
View 3 violations
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed drip tray stored in hand sink. Remove and maintain hand sinks clear and accessible for handwashing only. Corrected on site
590.005/5-205.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed dust on ice filters and food spills on counter tops. Clean to remove all soils / spills / dust
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple immature flies in back storage / warewashing area. Provide most recent pest report.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
74
Apr 6, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 15, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 30, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Observed leaking compressor inside walk-in cooler / freezer. Repair
590.004/4-501.11-C
95
May 10, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dunkin Donuts last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dunkin Donuts on file is from Jan 21, 2026. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dunkin Donuts?
Across the inspection record, “equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces” 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 86 out of 100, which is about the same as 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 two 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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