Dunkin Donuts @ Hayden Hall

330 Huntington Av, Boston, MA 02116
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026
61
Score
Medium Risk

Dunkin Donuts @ Hayden Hall appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 21, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

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

“Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to other Boston restaurants (averaging 86), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 21, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
When to wash (p)
Inspector notes: Observed no hand washing and food handlers donning on clean gloves without washing hands
590.002/2-301.14-P
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of coffee liquid waste in hand sink
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Drying and storing food contacts on top of ice machine
590.003/3-307.11-C
Drain boards (c)
Inspector notes: No drain board to properly allow for all air drying of food contacts etc
590.004/4-301.13-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Deep cuts and dark stains on cutting board
590.004/4-501.12-C
Equipment and utensils air-drying required (c)
Inspector notes: Observed employee taking clean and sanitized food contact wet and used without allowing for properly airdrying
590.004/4-901.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Soap dispenser on wall soiled at hand sink
590.006/6-201.11-C
61
Oct 28, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 13, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 4, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Dumping and refilling whiping cloths in hand sink basin
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Worn cutting board
590.004/4-501.12-C
Equipment and utensils air-drying required (c)
Inspector notes: Food contacts taken out of high temp dishmachine are not being properly air dried
590.004/4-901.11-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Boxes milk crates shelving storage in hallway outside small storage area Personal items are stored with food contact and food storage areas
590.006/6-501.114-C
78
May 28, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Warewashing machines automatic dispensing of detergents and sanitizers (pf)
Inspector notes: Automatic dispensing equipment not working for detergent at high temp dishmachine
590.004/4-204.117-PF
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Soils on ceiling tiles above prep/serving line Heavy build up soils on vent and floor of mop closet
590.006/6-201.11-C
Drain boards (c)
Inspector notes: No drain board to store wet equipment from high temp under the counter dish machine
590.004/4-301.13-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Items stored on top of ice machine Ice bucket stored on top of ice machine Properly stored all items on shelving/rack inverted
590.003/3-307.11-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Mop sink heavily soiled and discolored
590.006/6-501.18-C
74
Oct 16, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 22, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 23, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dunkin Donuts @ Hayden Hall last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dunkin Donuts @ Hayden Hall on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dunkin Donuts @ Hayden Hall?

Across the inspection record, “using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dunkin Donuts @ Hayden Hall.

How does Dunkin Donuts @ Hayden Hall compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Dunkin Donuts @ Hayden Hall most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.

Has Dunkin Donuts @ Hayden Hall's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dunkin Donuts @ Hayden Hall have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Dunkin Donuts @ Hayden Hall means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Dunkin Donuts @ Hayden Hall inspected?

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