Mikes Donut Shop

500 Arborway, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Feb 27, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Mikes Donut Shop has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Feb 27, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near zero violations per visit across recent inspections.

The pattern that stands out is “effectiveness-hair restraints”, which has been cited three times.

Among Jamaica Plain restaurants, the typical score is 83; Mikes Donut Shop is comfortably above that bar. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 27, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 16, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Apr 3, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 26, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

May 30, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Apr 25, 2023

Routine

3 minor violations.

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In-use utensils between-use storage (c)

Inspector notes: Discontinue using coffee cups to despense sugar into coffee- use a commercial utensil with a handle as discussed

590.003/3-304.12-C

Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)

Inspector notes: Ensure all food handlers as well as staff pouring coffee are wearing proper hair restraints when preparing food and drink

590.002/2-402.11-C

Drying mops (c)

Inspector notes: Keep all soiled m ops and brooms elevated off the floors after use to reduce potential rodent activity

590.006/6-501.16-C

Jan 6, 2023

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)

Inspector notes: Menu board is missing the proper disclosure / reminder for " eggs any style" address as discussed

590.003/3-603.11-PF

Wiping cloths use limitation (c)

Inspector notes: Set up as discussed with one bucket set up for raw foods and raw foods prep areas - seperate one for all ready to eat foods and prep areas

590.003/3-304.14-C

Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)

Inspector notes: Keep all foods are elevated off the floors a minimum of six inches during storage to reduce potential contamination and to ensure the floors are getting cleaned properly

590.003/3-302.11-C

Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)

Inspector notes: Ensure all food handlers are wearing proper hair restraints when working with foods during hours of operation and preperation

590.002/2-402.11-C

Jun 23, 2022

Routine

1 major violation. 6 minor violations.

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Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)

Inspector notes: New menu is missing the disclosure / reminder on the [ * eggs any style ] correct

590.003/3-603.11-PF

(a) certified food protection manager (c)

Inspector notes: Ensure the certified PIC posted on the kitchen wall is on site - if they are at another location a current employee at this locatiuon will have to provide a current food safety / allergen awareness certificate as discussed

590.002(C)/2-102.12-C

Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)

Inspector notes: Clean all surfaces where needed in the kitchen from visible food spills stains and soils

590.006/6-201.11-C

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Clean inside / outside of all refrigeration / freezer units - bulk food starage bins exterior of all cooking equipment and exterior of the ice machione and three bay sink from all voisible food spills stains and soils

590.004/4-602.13-C

Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)

Inspector notes: Ensure all food handlers are wearing proper hair restraints when working with foods including coffee sales

590.002/2-402.11-C

Drying mops (c)

Inspector notes: Discontinue storing the soiled in use mop directly on the floor after being used - retun it to the bucket and add the bleach and water as discussed

590.006/6-501.16-C

Equipment and utensils-durability and strength (c)

Inspector notes: Discard any compromised plastic spatulas spoons or cutting boards that may have burn marks on them or deep lacerations from constant use

590.004/4-201.11-C

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mikes Donut Shop last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mikes Donut Shop on file is from Feb 27, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mikes Donut Shop?

Across the inspection record, “effectiveness-hair restraints” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Mikes Donut Shop.

How does Mikes Donut Shop compare to other restaurants in Jamaica Plain?

Mikes Donut Shop most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Jamaica Plain average of 83.

Has Mikes Donut Shop's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mikes Donut Shop have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mikes Donut Shop 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 Mikes Donut Shop inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mikes Donut Shop is inspected around two times per year on average.

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