Dunkin Donuts & Baskin Robins
Last inspected: Sep 26, 2025
90
Score
Going back to 2010, Dunkin Donuts & Baskin Robins has 21 inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Sep 26, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “proper cooling methods used” is the recurring theme, flagged eight times.
Dunkin Donuts & Baskin Robins' latest score of 90 sits above the Chicago average of 81. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Sep 26, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAK AT THE HOT WATER KNOB OF THE HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED NEAR THE ICE CREAM STATION. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING ORDER.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOORS IN THE FOLLOWING AREA IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING UNDER AND AROUND THE SHELVING AREAS. THE AREA WHERE THE WAFFLE CONES ARE MADE AND THE AREA LEFT OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ACTIVITY.
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90
Jul 3, 2024
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11: TORN RUBBER GASKETS ON REACH IN COOLER DOOR LOCATED BEHIND CASHIER LINE. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SAME
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11: WORK GROUT LINES AND CRACKED FLOOR TILES IN REAR NEAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK CAUSING STANDING WATER. INSTD TO REPAIR SO AS FLOOR IS EVEN, AND MAINTAINED DRY WITHOUT STANDING WATER
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90
Jun 13, 2024
Complaint
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT HANDWASH SINK IN EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM , WATER TEMPERATURE AT 68.9F AFTER RUNNING WATER AN EXTENSIVE TIME. INSTD TO PROVIDE 100F-120F AT HANDWASH SINK AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C) PRIORITY
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE WHILE HANDLING TCS FOODS (EGG, SAUSAGE, ETC). INSTD TO HAVE ON SITE ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012 PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: TORN RUBBER GASKETS ON REACH IN COOLER DOOR LOCATED BEHIND CASHIER LINE. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SAME
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: WORK GROUT LINES AND CRACKED FLOOR TILES IN REAR NEAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK CAUSING STANDING WATER. INSTD TO REPAIR SO AS FLOOR IS EVEN, AND MAINTAINED DRY WITHOUT STANDING WATER
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PIC WITHOUTH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER CERTIFICATE
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Nov 24, 2023
Complaint
1 minor violation.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS PREPPING FOOD WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT.
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Jun 8, 2020
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKY FAUCET AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK IN ICE CREAM AREA AND HANDWASHING SINK . MUST REPAIR BOTH
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May 22, 2020
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED COLER BEING USED MAINTAINING IMPROPER COLD TEMPERATURE OF 51.0F. INSTRUCTED TO USED ADDITIONAL COOLER ON SITE THAT 41.0F OR BELOW. COOLER WILL BE TAGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. COOLER MUST MAINTAIN 41.0F OR BELOW. MUST REPAIR. PRIORITY VIOLATION ISSUED.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF ( TCS) FOODS AT IMPROPER COLD TEMPERATURES. APPROX ( 10) 1/2 GALLONS OF CREAM AT 49.F AND 2 GALLONS OF MILK AT 48.9F INSIDE COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN COLD TSC FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW. (PIC REMOVED AND DISCARDED AT COST APPROX $ 35.00-COS. PRIORITY VIOLATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. ALSO MUST PROVIDE DISPOSABLE MOP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKY FAUCET AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK IN ICE CREAM AREA AND HANDWASHING SINK . MUST REPAIR BOTH.
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Apr 29, 2019
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DIRT AND DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS IN THE REAR PREP AREA BY THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND ALONG THE BASEBOARDS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LARGE HOLE IN THE EAST WALL IN THE REAR PREP AREA, NEXT TO THE COOKING OVEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED VARIOUS PIECES OF YARD EQUIPMENT (RAKES, SHOVELS, ETC.) AND UNUSED KITCHEN EQUIPMENT STORED IN THE REAR KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL CLUTTER AND MAINTAIN.
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Dec 10, 2018
Complaint
1 minor violation.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INTERIOR OF ICE CREAM CHEST FREEZERS WITH EXCESSIVE ICE ACCUMULATION. INSTD TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE ICE AND MAINTAIN SAME.
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Sep 29, 2017
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: EXTERIOR TOP OF GREASE INTERCEPTOR FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK WITH RUSTY SURFACE. INSTD TO REMOVE RUST AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: EXCESSIVE GREASE ACCUMULATION ON INTERIOR BOTTOM OF UNUSED FRYERS IN REAR. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN OR REMOVE FROM PREMISES. INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE WITH SLIGHT BUILD UP. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT OUT IN WALK IN FREEZER. INSTD TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: THERMOMETERS MISSING FOR COOLERS IN PREP AREA. INSTD TO PROVIDE THERMOMETERS.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: WIPING CLOTHS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE PROPERLY IN SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Nov 16, 2016
Complaint
No violations found.
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Sep 9, 2016
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A BLOWN LIGHT BULB INSIDE OF THE WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
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Aug 30, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
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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 APPROXIMATELY 10-15 LIVE FRUIT FLIES ON VARIOUS DONUTS INSIDE OF THE DONUT DISPLAY CASE, 6-8 FRUIT FLIES AND 5-6 LARGE FLIES FLYING AROUND THE PREP AREAS. MANAGER DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 4LBS OF DONUTS VALUED AT APPROXIMATELY $55. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL TO MINIMIZE THE PEST ACTIVITY. 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 ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS BEHIND AND UNDER EQUIPMENT AND PONDING WATER UNDER THE ICE BIN NEXT TO THE SMALL 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND BEHIND THE LARGE ICE MACHINE IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FLOORS AND REMOVE ALL PONDING WATER.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A BLOWN LIGHT BULB INSIDE OF THE WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
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Nov 6, 2015
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE REAR UPRIGHT FREEZER, AND OVEN INTERIOR NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILE FRONT DINING AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOZZLE LEAKING, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR
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Sep 19, 2014
Complaint
6 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE INTERIOR OF THE UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR AND THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE IS IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: THE INTERIOR OF THE FLOOR DRAINS AND FLOORS IN ALL THE CORNERS, UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND IN THE WALK IN FREEZER NEEDS CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: THE STOCK ITEMS INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER ARE STORED ON THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ITEMS ATLEAST 6" OFF THE FLOOR.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: THE VENTS IN THE REAR PREP AREA, IN THE TOILET ROOMS AND THE WALLS AROUND THE ICE MACHINE NEEDS CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN BOTH.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: THE REAR PREP AREA IS CLUTTERED, INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE CLUTTER AND ORGANIZE AREA.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: THE ICE SCOOP WAS NOT PROPERLY STORED-LAYING ON TOP OF THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOP IN A SANITIZED BIN OR HANDLES UP INSIDE THE ICE MACHINE.
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May 9, 2013
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NEED TO CLEAN REAR STORAGE SHELVES. INTERIOR OF FRYER DOORS, UPRIGHT ICE CREAM FREEZER, ALSO CLEAN EXTERIOR OF PROFFERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND ALL REAR STORAGE SHELVES. REMOVE STANDING WATER REAR BY ICE MACHINE, AND REAR STORAGE(USING HOSE).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NEED TO CLEAN REAR PREP WALL AND COVING BEHIND EQUIPMENT PREP AREA. NEED TO RE GROUT THE COVING UNDER THE REAR HAND SINK.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD OVER REAR ICE MACHINE.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: REPLACE BROKEN THERMOMETER IN WALK-IN COOLER.
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Mar 26, 2012
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.STILL WORKING ON WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILE FRONT FROM REPORT 164744 DATE 3/26/12.
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Mar 19, 2012
Routine
5 minor violations.
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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: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.REAR DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED 1" GAP UNDER DOOR INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING NO GAPS OR DAY LIGHT TO COME FROM UNDER DOOR.
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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.CLEAN AND SANITIZE CUTTING BOARDS FRONT PREP AREA CLEAN REAR STORAGE SHELVES, FAN, AND BULK CONTAINERS.
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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 FLOOR IN REAR WALK IN COOLER ALSO NEEDS REPAIR TIGHTEN FLOOR LOOSE AND CLEAN IN WALK-IN FREEZER REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM REAR FRYER AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.CLEAN WALLS AROUND 3 COMP. SINK AND BELOW 3 COMP. SINK BLACK SUBSTANCE ON WALL NEED TO REMOVE. REPLACE WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES FRONT.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.FRONT LIGHT SHIELD CRACKED NEED TO REPLACE.
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Jan 6, 2011
Routine
2 minor violations.
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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. All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. DRINK DISPENSOR NOZZLES IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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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. FLOORS IN REAR AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING AND REGROUTING. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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90
Jun 29, 2010
Complaint
No violations found.
100
May 19, 2010
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FRONT EXPOSED HANDSINK FAUCET BASE LOOSE. REPAIR SAME.
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May 10, 2010
Complaint
7 minor violations.
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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 LIVE ANTS IN REAR PREP AREA ALONG WALLBASE (OVER 30). INSTD TO ELIMINATE ANTS AND CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT CLEAN, OVERFLOWING GARBAGE, LIDS NOT COVERED. INSTD TO KEEP CLEAN AND LIDS TIGHTLY COVERED. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FRYERS (INTERIOR/EXTERIOR) IN REAR, INTERIOR BOTTOM OF STORAGE CABINETS UNDER DOUGHNUT DISPLAY, MIXERS, STORAGE RACKS NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE BUILD-UP OF FOOD DEBRIS, GREASE. INST TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR THRU-OUT ALONG WALLBASE AND IN WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER NOT CLEAN. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLBASE THRU-OUT REAR PREP AREA MISSING, EXPOSING HOLES IN WALLS AND CREATING SOME STANDING WATER ALONG BASE. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME SO AS TO BE TIGHT FITTING, NO HOLES, AND FLOOR DRY.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FRONT EXPOSED HANDSINK FAUCET BASE LOOSE AND ALSO SINKS NOT CLEAN . REPAIR AND CLEAN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: THERMOMETERS MISSING IN COOLERS. PROVIDE SAME.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dunkin Donuts & Baskin Robins last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dunkin Donuts & Baskin Robins on file is from Sep 26, 2025. The public record contains 21 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dunkin Donuts & Baskin Robins?
Across the inspection record, “proper cooling methods used” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Dunkin Donuts & Baskin Robins.
Has Dunkin Donuts & Baskin Robins' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dunkin Donuts & Baskin Robins 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 & Baskin Robins 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 Robins inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Dunkin Donuts & Baskin Robins is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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