Dunkin Donuts
Last inspected: Dec 5, 2024
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Score
Dunkin Donuts has been inspected 20 times since 2011. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 5, 2024. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “proper cooling methods used” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.
The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting Dunkin Donuts on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspection History
Dec 5, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Dec 4, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 3 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REACH IN PREP COOLER AT AN IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 51F AT TIME OF INSPECTION. REACH IN COOLER TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION BY THE CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD ALL TCS FOODS AND NOT USE REACH IN COOLER. UNTIL IT MAINTAINS A COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR BELOW AND IS RE-INSPECTED BY THE CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: 3-501.16(A2,&B) OBSERVED TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (EGGS SAUSAGE, A VARIETY OF CREAM CHEESE TCS CREAM, HAM AND CHEESE CROISSANT) AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 49F - 52F LOCATED IN THE REACH IN PREP COOLER. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDS AND DENATURES ALL SAID TCS FOODS, APPROX 90 LBS $300. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN A MINIMUM COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER OR VALID CERTIFICATE ON SITE WHILE TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (eggs, sausage etc) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED TO THE PUBLIC. A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER CERTIFICATE MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED TO THE PUBLIC. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED. MANAGER ARRIVES AT 2:30 P.M.
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Apr 6, 2023
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: 2-402.11 OBSERVED A MALE FOOD HANDLER WITHOUT A BEARD GUARD. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTOR'S REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.
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Mar 27, 2023
Routine
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: 2-101.11 OBSERVED THE PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ALL PERSONS IN CHARGE MUST HAVE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE POSTED AND THAT PERSON MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED UNDER VIOLATION #2.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: 2-101.11 OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS (MILK) ARE BEING PREPARED HANDLED AND SERVED TO THE PUBLIC. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES THE FACILITY IS OPEN AND OPERATING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-501.111 OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF INSECT ACTIVITY ON SITE. OBSERVED ABOUT 40 LIVE SMALL FLIES ON THE CEILINGS AND WALLS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA/CUSTOMER DINING AREA AND ABOUT 10 LIVE SMALL FLIES ON THE CEILING AND WALLS IN THE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE LIVE INSECT ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A).
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: 2-402.11 OBSERVED A MALE FOOD HANDLER WITHOUT A BEARD GUARD. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTOR'S REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.
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Feb 10, 2022
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: FOUND TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD (EGGS AND CHEESE) AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF 52F - 54F LOCATED IN REACH IN COOLER UNDER BEVERAGE STATION ON HOT LINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD APROX. 10 LBS OF EGGS AND 5 LBS OF BACON. MUST MAINTAIN A COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005.CITATION ISSUED
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REACH IN COOLER AT AN IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 53F AT TIME OF INSPECTION. MUST DISCARD ALL TCS FOODS AND NOT USE REACH IN COOLER. COOLER MUST MAINTAIN A PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. REACH IN COOLER TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION BY THE CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND MAY NOT BE USED UNTIL THEREACH IN COOLER IS RE-INSPECTED BY CDPH AND MAINTAINING A PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE FOR 41F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: FOUND 2 FOOD EMPLOYEES WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTAINTS AT ALL TIME.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: FOUND WIPING CLOTHES STORED OF FOOD PREPARATION TABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE WIPINGCLOTHES IN CHEMICAL TESTED SOLUTION.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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Aug 19, 2020
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Aug 12, 2020
Complaint
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: FOUND APPROXIMATELY 10- 15 SMALL FLIES NEAR DONUT STATION AND SANDWICH PREPERATION AREA. SMALL FLY ACTIVITY MUST BE MINIMIZED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: FOUND PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED BY CORRECT BY DATE FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 2366206: "FOUND ALL SHELVES INSIDE BASEMENT WALK IN COOLER FILLED WITH AN ACCUMULATION OF GREY, FUZZY, MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE. MUST CLEAN SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN." INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Mar 23, 2020
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: FOUND ICE MACHINE LOCATED ON FIRST FLOOR INSIDE FILLED A PINK SUBSTANCE. MUST CLEAN SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: FOUND ALL SHELVES INSIDE BASEMENT WALK IN COOLER FILLED WITH AN ACCUMULATION OF GREY, FUZZY, MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE. MUST CLEAN SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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May 7, 2019
Complaint
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITY FOOD HANDLERS WITH VERY LONG POLISHED FINGER NAILS PREPPING AND SERVING PATRONS IN FRONT PREP AREA OF FACILITY. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE FACILITY FOOD HANDLERS FINGERNAILS MUST REMAIN SHORT, CLEAN AND UNPOLISHED WHILE WORKING IN FOOD PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MEETING REQUIREMENTS IN BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA FAUCET LENGTH NOT ADEQUATE, NOT REACHING ALL BASINS OF SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS AND STAIRS LEADING TO AND INSIDE FOOD PREP AREA INSIDE BASEMENT AREA IN DISREPAIR, BARE CEMENT (CONCRETE), FLOORS ARE POROUS NOT EASILY CLEANABLE. MUST REPAIR FLOORS FOR SMOOTH, NON-POROUS, EASILY CLEANABLE AND MAINTAIN.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITY FOOD HANDLERS NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE PREPPING AND SERVING PATRONS. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE FOOD HANDLERS ARE TO WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE WORKING IN FOOD PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN.
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May 30, 2018
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS IN BASEMENT IN WALK IN COOLER AREA NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CEILING AREA LOCATED BEHIND CASHIER NEAR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK AND DONUT CASE IN POOR REPAIR,PUFFY, CRACKED. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR CEILING/ MAINTAIN.
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Aug 11, 2017
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE EXTERIOR OF FLAVOR BOTTLES WITH ACCUMULATED FOOD SPLASH. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE EXTERIOR OF FLAVOR BOTTLES.
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Aug 23, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HAND WASHING FACILITIES NOT CONNVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE AT BOTH EXPOSED HAND SINKS IN PREP AREA 1ST FLOOR. THE FIRST HAND SINK NEXT TO PREP COOLER HAD 5 EMPTY FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS SITTING ON SINK TOTALLY BLOCKING ATTACHED SOAP DISPENSER. THE 2ND EXPOSED HAND SINK NEXT TO CASH REGISTER WAS BLOCKED WITHA DONUT STORAGE CART IN FRONT OF SINK MAKING THEM BOTH NOT CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE FOR FOOD HANDLERS TO WASH HANDS.INSTRUCTED THAT EXPOSED HAND SINK MUST BE ACCESSIBLE (NOT BLOCKED,NOTHING IN,ON OR IN FRONT OF SINK).MANAGER REMOVED ALL ARTICLES-CDI.CRITICAL VIOLATION ISSUED-7-38-030
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: EXTERIOR OF BOTH ICE MACHINES NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS NI POOR REPAIR,IE PEELING PAINT,DAMAGED IN BASEMENT PREP AREA WHERE WALK IN COOLERS ARE LOCATED.MUST REPAIR ALL AREAS. ALSO WALLS ARE NOT CLEAN THRU-OUT BASEMENT AREA OF DEBRIS,ETC.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STORAGE SUPPLLY BOXES AND UNSED EQUIPMENT STORED ON WALLS AND FLOORS.MUST PROPERLY ORGANIZE AREAS.
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Sep 1, 2015
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Aug 25, 2015
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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 15 LIVE FRUIT FLIES INSIDE OF THE MOP SINK ROOM, 10 ON THE WALL NEXT TO THE DONUT DISPLAY CASES AND 3 ON THE WALL AT THE EXPOSED HAND SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL TO MINIMIZE/ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Aug 4, 2015
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND THE LARGE 4 DOOR PREP COOLER WITH ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FLOOR.
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Oct 8, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF CLEANING: INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLERS, STORAGE TABLES IN BASEMENT, ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT, AND NOZZLES ON DRINK MACHINES. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS IN BASEMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING, MUST REMOVE ALL STANDING WATER IN CORNER. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CEILING IN PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE DUST BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN UP AND MAINTAIN. WALL IN BASEMENT PREP AREA IN POOR REPAIR CHIPPING PAINT. MUST REPAIR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: VENTILATION NEEDED IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Mar 5, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR LOOSE GASKET AT THE 1DR MILK COOLER AT THE FRONT SERVICE AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST MAINTAIN FLOORS DRY IN FRONT OF THE 3COMP SINK AREA ON THE 1ST FLOOR.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE SHATTER PROOF BULBS AT THE MIDDLE AND LAST DONUT DISPLAY AREAS AT THE FRONT SERVICE COUNTER AREA.
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Jan 31, 2012
Complaint
6 minor violations.
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Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL EMPLOYEES, INCLUDING THE MANAGER ON DUTY MULTI-TASKING (I.E. WIPING DOWN COUNTER THEN PREPARING ORDERS, PULLING UP PANTS, CHANGING GLOVES) AND NOT WASHING HANDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY WASH HANDS WHEN MULTI-TASKING, TOUCHING BODY/CLOTHES, BEFORE AND AFTER GLOVE USE, CLEANING, HANDLING MONEY, ETC. CITATION #70234-18 ISSUED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PITS/DARK STAINS ON SURFACE OF CUTTING BOARD ON TOP OF SANDWICH REACH IN COOLER. MUST REPLACE OR REPAIR DAMAGED CUTTING BOARD.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STANDING WATER/DIRT INSIDE FLOOR DRAINS AT BASEMENT. MUST CLEAN/KEEP DRY INTERIOR OF ALL UNCLEAN FLOOR DRAINS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STAINS ON WALL AROUND MOP SINK. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL UNCLEAN WALLS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: BASEMENT HANDWASH BOWL FAUCET LEAKING. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: BASEMENT FLOOR CLUTTERED(UNUSED SHELVES) BY FUSE BOX. MUST ELEVATE ALL ITEMS 6" OFF FLOOR TO PREVENT POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.
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Dec 5, 2011
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. OBSERVED PITS/DARK STAINS ON SURFACE OF CUTTING BOARD ON TOP OF SANDWICH REACH IN COOLER. MUST REPLACE OR REPAIR DAMAGED CUTTING BOARD.
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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. OBSERVED STANDING WATER/DIRT INSIDE FLOOR DRAINS AT BASEMENT. MUST CLEAN/KEEP DRY INTERIOR OF ALL UNCLEAN FLOOR DRAINS.
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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. OBSERVED STAINS ON WALL AROUND MOP SINK. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL UNCLEAN WALLS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. BASEMENT HANDWASH BOWL FAUCET LEAKING. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINK.
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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. BASEMENT FLOOR CLUTTERED(UNUSED SHELVES) BY FUSE BOX. MUST ELEVATE ALL ITEMS 6" OFF FLOOR TO PREVENT POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.
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Jan 11, 2011
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. WALK IN COOLER DOOR RUBBER DOOR GASKET IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE DAMAGED DOOR GASKET.
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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. BASEMENT CLUTTERED IN RECORDS ROOM AND BY WALK IN FREEZER. MUST ELEVATE ALL ITEMS 6" OFF FLOOR OR REMOVE ITEMS.
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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 Dec 5, 2024. The public record contains 20 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dunkin Donuts?
Across the inspection record, “proper cooling methods used” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Dunkin Donuts.
Has Dunkin Donuts' 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 roughly once per year on average.
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