Dunkin Donuts'

9 Melnea Cass Bl, Roxbury, MA 02119

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Sep 19, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Public records show nine inspections at Dunkin Donuts' stretching back to 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Sep 19, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

Across the inspection history, “equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Compared to the broader Roxbury restaurant scene, where the average is 83, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 19, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Feb 28, 2025

Routine

3 major violations.

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Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed no hand soap at hand sink in restroom. Provide and maintain at all times. COS

590.006/6-301.11-PF

Toilet tissue availability (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed no toilet tissue in restroom. Provide and maintain at all times. COS

590.006/6-302.11-PF

(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed heavy food debris underneath lid on reach in unit next to oven; observed food spills inside upright 2 door refrigerated unit and countertops. Clean to remove all spills / food debris

590.004/4-601.11-PF

Oct 30, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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System maintained in good repair (c)

Inspector notes: Observed toilet not properly flushing in single restroom. Contact licensed plumber for immediate repairs and ensure functioning properly.

590.005/5-205.15-C

Oct 22, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed stagnant water and heavy food spills on cutting boards and syrup bottles. Clean with frequency to ensure countertops / bottles are clean and free of spills

590.004/4-601.11-PF

In-use utensils between-use storage (c)

Inspector notes: Observed stirring spoons stored in stagnant water. Remove and ensure clean and sanitized utensils are properly stored on clean contacts

590.003/3-304.12-C

System maintained in good repair (c)

Inspector notes: Observed toilet not properly flushing in single restroom. Contact licensed plumber for immediate repairs and ensure functioning properly.

590.005/5-205.15-C

Oct 9, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed stagnant water and heavy food spills on cutting boards and syrup bottles. Clean with frequency to ensure countertops / bottles are clean and free of spills

590.004/4-601.11-PF

In-use utensils between-use storage (c)

Inspector notes: Observed stirring spoons stored in stagnant water. Remove and ensure clean and sanitized utensils are properly stored on clean contacts

590.003/3-304.12-C

Feb 1, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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

Inspector notes: Observed chorizo wrap stored in refrigerated unit @ 51F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. PIC removed and stored in another unit @ 39F. Corrected on site

590.003/3-501.16-P

Thawing (c)

Inspector notes: Observed frozen sandiwches stored on prep table thawing. Discussed with PIC to ensure proper thawing procedures are being followed. PIC removed and stored in refrigerated units. Corrected on site

590.003/3-501.13-C

Outer openings protected (c)

Inspector notes: Observed gap in exit door leading to outside from kitchen. Provide a door sweep vertically to prevent pest entry.

590.006/6-202.15-C

Nov 22, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

100

May 30, 2023

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Controlling pests (pf)

Inspector notes: Provide current pest report. Last report dated February 2023

590.006/6-501.111-PF

Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)

Inspector notes: Observed unattached ice shute inside ice machine. Replace all missing screws

590.004/4-501.11-C

Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)

Inspector notes: Observed multiple refrigerated units without thermometers. Provide

590.004/4-204.112-C

Feb 3, 2023

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

System maintained in good repair (c)

Inspector notes: Observed rinse compartment @ 3 Bay sink leaking and water not operating in bathroom. PIC contacted licensed plumber for immediate repairs and provided out of order notice for public bathroom. Please provide plumbers report upon completion of repairs.

590.005/5-205.15-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 19, 2025. The public record contains nine 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 three times, more than any other issue at Dunkin Donuts'.

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

Dunkin Donuts' most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Roxbury average of 83.

Has Dunkin Donuts''s 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 three times per year on average.

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