Dunkin Donuts/ Baskin Robbins
Last inspected: Oct 24, 2024
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Score
The health department has logged 17 inspections at Dunkin Donuts/ Baskin Robbins, the earliest from 2011. On Oct 24, 2024, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded seven times.
The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting Dunkin Donuts/ Baskin Robbins on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Oct 24, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
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Dec 11, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 4 DOOR PREP LINE COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKET AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LOOSE BASE OF FAUCET AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED AT THE BASKIN ROBBINS PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING ISSUE AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULBS IN THE REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA AND ON THE SIDE DRY STORAGE AREA AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.
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Nov 21, 2019
License
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 12 PACKAGES OF HAM IN THE WALK-IN WITH AN IMPROPER INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF 46.4F, 47.5F, AND 48.6F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISCARD OF 12LBS OF PRODUCT WORTH $41.10. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. COS
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: MANAGER UNABLE TO PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY SUPPLIES (FACE MASK) FOR THE CLEAN-UP VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL KIT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY SUPPLIES WITH THE CLEAN-UP VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL KIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISE FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE POLICY FROM EACH EMPLOYEE ON PREMISE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BOTH OF THE FRONT DOOR ENTRANCE TO NOT BE RODENT PROOF WITH A GAP. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL THE GAP ON BOTH FRONT ENTRANCE DOORS TO BE RODENT PROOF.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A FEMALE AND MALE EMPLOYEE WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINTS IN FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE IN FOOD PREP AREAS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE GASKET OF THE RIDGE MINI REFRIGERATOR AND WALK-IN COOLER TO BE BROKEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE GASKETS OF BOTH DOORS LISTED.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE LID OF THE TOILET IN THE RESTROOM TO BE CRACKED. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE THE LID OF THE TOILET IN THE RESTROOM.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOOR IN THE METER CLOSET AND FLOOR UNDER WHERE THE PACKAGED CANDLES ARE STORED TO BE SOILED WITH DEBRIS.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FLOORS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOOR TILES ON THE BASKIN ROBBINS SIDE TO BE CRACKED AND BROKEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE FLOOR TILES. ALSO OBSERVED A DRAIN ON THE FLOOR IN FRONT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK THAT NEEDS TO BE SEALED. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL THE GAPS AROUND THE DRAIN IN FRONT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Jan 10, 2018
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jan 3, 2018
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: Observed a black, mold-like substance built up on the interior portions of the ice machine used for human consumption of said ice. Instructed facility to remove all ice, clean and sanitize machine and ice bins, and maintain. Serious violation 7-38-005(a).
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: Observed 4 live roaches on site: 2 on counter near front exposed handsink by prep line and 2 on floor behind front prep line. Instructed facility to remove all pests, clean affected areas, and maintain. Recommended to contact a licensed pest control provider for service. Serious violation 7-38-020.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed dirt and debris on the floor in various areas: under the oven in the rear prep area, behind the front prep line, and under exposed hand sink cabinets at the front counter. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: Observed foodhandler working without a hair restraint. Instructed facility that all foodhandlers must wear and maintain hair restraints while working.
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Jul 5, 2017
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Above violation still remaining( Caulk around 3 compartment sink and exposed hand sinks in kitchen prep areas in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced. Caulk around prep counter area, and 3 compartment in Baskin Robbins prep area in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Above violation still remaining(Missing/damaged ceiling tiles in rear kitchen prep area by walk in cooler, shall be replaced).
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Above violation still remaining(Damaged/broken light shields in rear prep area shall be repaired/replaced).
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: Above violation still remaining(Must provide proof of food handlers for next routine inspection).
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Jun 26, 2017
Routine
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: Found observed live fruit flies(15 )(gnats) in rear kitchen area and by front counter area, citation issued 7-38-020, serious violation.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: Found/observed garbage dumpster overflowing at time of inspection, citation issued 7-38-020, serious violation. mgmt. was advised to increased garbage pick up.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found some food items not properly dated in walk in cooler, must properly date food items in walk in cooler.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Caulk around 3 compartment sink and exposed hand sinks in kitchen prep areas in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced. Caulk around prep counter area, and 3 compartment in Baskin Robbins prep area in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Reach in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Non food contact surfaces of ice machine(exterior)not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Prep table lower shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Front counter area next to register not clean, had excess food debris, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under 3 compartment sink and under cake prep table in rear prep area, not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Missing/damaged ceiling tiles in rear kitchen prep area by walk in cooler, shall be replaced.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Damaged/broken light shields in rear prep area shall be repaired/replaced.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: Must provide proof of food handlers for next routine inspection.
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Oct 17, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED TORN RUBBER GASKET AT DOOR OF SERVICE COOLER AT THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND/OR REPLACE.....NOTED DEEP CUTS ON CUTTING BOARD AT THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN SMOOTHEN THE SURFACE OR REPLACE.....NOTED ICE SCOOP STORED ON PREP TABLE WITH NO ICE SCOOP HOLDER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN ICE SCOOP HOLDER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED SPILLS ON AND AROUND THE WAFFLE MAKER AT THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT AT THE FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: NOTED EMPLOYEES BELONGINGS ON SHELVES AT THE REAR PREP AREA NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A DESIGNATED AREA FOR EMPLOYEES TO STORE THEIR BELONGINGS.
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Sep 25, 2015
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Sep 18, 2015
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 08/20/14 REPORT#1493814 32 INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REPLACE TORN GASKETS AS NEEDED THROUGHOUT FACILITY AND TO MAINTAIN. 34 INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDERNEATH AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT AND TO MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN FLOOR TILES AT THE FRONT PREP AREA BEHIND REFRIGERATION UNITS. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAINED. MUST CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. REMOVE DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A FEW WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES AT THE FRONT DINING AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE SCOOPS IMPROPERLY STORED. MUST PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOPS IN A CLEAN CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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Aug 20, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REPLACE TORN GASKETS AS NEEDED THROUGHOUT FACILITY AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDERNEATH AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND A LEAK AT THE NORTH DIPPER WELL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Dec 10, 2013
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Dec 9, 2013
Routine
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Water source: safe, hot & cold under city pressure
Inspector notes: PREMISES HAS NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT THIS TIME THUR OUT THE PREMISES OF INSPECTION,CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030,CITATION ISSUED
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: THE ICE MACHINE HAS PINK AND BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE INSIDE THE MACHINE WHERE THE ICE IS BEING MADE,THE ICE MACHINE WILL DE TAGGED,MUST FAX A LETTER FOR TAG REMOVAL WHEN THE MACHINE IS CLEANED AND SANITIZED FAX# 312 746-4240,ATTENTION,SUPERVISOR,SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A),CITATION ISSUED
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN REAR PREP AREA IS DRAINING SLOW,MUST REPAIR SINK,SERIOUS VIOLATION,7-38-020,CITATION NISSUED
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A BACK FLOW DEVICE ON ALL THE COFFEE MACHINES IN THE FRONT PREP AREA
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE DONUT SHELVING RACKS AT THE FRONT PREP AREA NEEDS CLEANING AND THE PREP TABLES NEED CLEANING AND THE CUTTING BOARD AT THE PREP COOLER,CLEAN ALL COUNTER TOP TABLES AT THE FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS NEED DETAIL CLEANING ,ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS. BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPEMENTS UNDER AND AROUND.FRONT AREA REAR AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS IN FRONT. BACK AREA NEEDS DETAIL CLEANING
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: VENTILATION ABOVE THE OVENS AT FRONT PREP AREA NEEDS CLEANING
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: EVERYONE IN FOOD AREA MUST WEAR HAIR NET OR HATS MANGER ALSO.
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Dec 7, 2012
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: BAKERS RACK NEEDS CLEANING IN REAR AREA, CREAMER MACHINE AT FRONT SELLING AREA NEEDS CLEANING,CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE HAS SMALL AMOUNT OF PINK SLIMY SUBSTANCE INSIDE,ALSO, MUST CLEAN DONUT SHELVES AT FRONT SELLING AREA
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER INSIDE ALL WALK-IN COOLERS
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER FROM REAR AREA (BOXES) NEXT TO OVEN TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE
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Dec 5, 2011
Complaint
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served.NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (SAUSAGE,CHEESE SANDWICHES ETC.) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGEMENT WAS INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT WITH THEIR ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS PREPARED OR SERVED.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: One copy of the Food Inspection Report Summary must be displayed and visible to all customers.FOUND NO INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE FOR PUBLIC VIEW.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-010(B).
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING FROM REPORT#: 579834 3/18/11.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING FROM REPORT#: 579834 3/18/11.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING FROM REPORT#: 579834 3/18/11.
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Mar 28, 2011
Tag Removal
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.THE FOLLOWING REQUIRES A DETAIL CLEANING FAN COVERS INSIDE COOLERS,SHELVINGS/CABINETS BEHIND SERVICE COUNTERS,ROLLING DONUT CARTS,INTERIOR BASINS OF 3 COMP SINK,FAUCETS AT HANDSINKS ETC.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair..CLEAN and maintain the floors and baseboards so they are smooth and sanitary from corner to corner including floor drains.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.FOUND NORTH CLOSET WITH CLUTTERED CONDITIONS.
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Mar 18, 2011
Complaint
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities.FOUND 2 DOOR COOLER AT PREP AREA NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE AMBIENT AIR MEASURED 45.4F.TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION MUST NOT USE,NOTIFY THE CDPH VIA FAX 312-746-4240 WHEN REPAIRED,TAG REMOVAL PROCESS.THE SAID COOLER MUST BE CAPABLE OF MAINTAINING THE REQUIRED INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less.FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS THAT IS MILK,CREAM AT IMPROPER INTERNAL TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 45.4F-47.0F --36 GALLONS OF CREAM,2 GALLONS OF MILK SAID PRODUCTS NOW DISCARDED,DENATURED TOTAL DOLLAR VALUE $108.20.
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: One copy of the Food Inspection Report Summary must be displayed and visible to all customers.FOUND NO INSPECTION REPORT SUMMMARY DISPLAYED FOR PUBLIC VIEW AS REQUIRED DURING THIS INSPECTION.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.THE FOLLOWING REQUIRES A DETAIL CLEANING FAN COVERS INSIDE COOLERS,SHELVINGS/CABINETS BEHIND SERVICE COUNTERS,ROLLING DONUT CARTS,INTERIOR BASINS OF 3 COMP SINK,FAUCETS AT HANDSINKS ETC.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.CLEAN and maintain the floors and baseboards so they are smooth and sanitary from corner to corner including floor drains.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units.MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.FOUND NORTH CLOSET WITH CLUTTERED CONDITIONS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dunkin Donuts/ Baskin Robbins last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dunkin Donuts/ Baskin Robbins on file is from Oct 24, 2024. The public record contains 17 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dunkin Donuts/ Baskin Robbins?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Dunkin Donuts/ Baskin Robbins.
Has Dunkin Donuts/ Baskin Robbins' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dunkin Donuts/ Baskin Robbins have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Dunkin Donuts/ Baskin Robbins 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/ Baskin Robbins inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Dunkin Donuts/ Baskin Robbins is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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