Dunkin Donuts
Last inspected: Mar 10, 2026
90
Score
Inspectors have visited Dunkin Donuts 21 times, with records going back to 2015. Dunkin Donuts was last inspected on Mar 10, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around eight violations to closer to three violations per visit over the last few inspections.
When inspectors have written things up, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited 11 times.
Dunkin Donuts' latest score of 90 sits above the Chicago average of 81. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 10, 2026
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: 2-402.11 OBSERVED FEMALE FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS AT ALL TIMES.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE INSIDE OF THE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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90
Feb 24, 2026
Complaint
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: 5-501.15 OBSERVED THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS WITH OVERFLOWING GARBAGE AND LIDS NOT CLOSED. INSTRUCTED TO NEVER ALLOW OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS TO OVERFLOW AND ALWAYS CLOSE THE GARBAGE DUMPSTER LIDS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(B).
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 6-301.12 OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISION AT BOTH HANDWASHING SINKS LOCATED IN THE FRONT AND REAR FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A HAND DRYING PROVISION AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES. MANAGER PROVIDED PAPER TOWELS DURING THE INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C).
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: 2-402.11 OBSERVED FEMALE FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS AT ALL TIMES.
40
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE INSIDE OF THE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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74
Feb 20, 2024
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE VALVE CONNECTED TO THE FAUCET AT THE UTILITY SINK; INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS AND FLOOR DRAINS AROUND UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT, STORAGE SHELVS AND SINKS.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
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86
Feb 14, 2024
Complaint
1 critical violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT THE HANDSINK. THE HOT RUNNING WATER AT THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE FRONT PREP AREA IS NOT REACHING A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 100F AS REQUIRED. TEMPERATURE BETWEEN 50F AND 55F. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C), CITATION ISSUED.
10
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE HANDLING FOOD.
40
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: THE ICE MACHINE COVER TO THE TOP OF THE ICE MACHINE IS OFF OF THE UNIT; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE COVER.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL EQUIPMENT IN PREP AREA, DONUT CASE AND REFRIGERATION UNITS WHERE NEEDED.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE VALVE CONNECTED TO THE FAUCET AT THE UTILITY SINK; INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOUND UNNECESSARY ITEMS IN THE UTILITY SINK; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN SINK FREE AND CLEAR OF ANY ITEMS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS AND FLOOR DRAINS AROUND UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT, STORAGE SHELVES AND SINKS.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
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61
Oct 13, 2023
Complaint
2 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: FOUND REACH IN COOLER AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 47.8 DEGREES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL TCS FOOD PRODUCTS AND DISCONTINUE USE OF COOLER. COOLER WILL BE TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION UNTIL REINSPECTED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED WHEN CORRECTED CONTACT CDPH AT CDPHFOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG TO REQUEST REINSPECTION.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: FOUND EGGS, SAUSAGE, AND TURKEY SAUSAGE IN REACH IN COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 56.3-58.9 DEGREES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD ALL TCS FOOD PRODUCTS AND DISCONTINUE USE OF REACH IN COOLER. TOTAL VALUE $50.00 10 LBS PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: SOAP DISPENSOR AT FRONT MAIN PREP AREA IN NEED OF REPLACING. SOAP IS AVAILABLE HOWEVER DISPENSOR IS SLOW TO DISPENSE PRODUCT. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WITH BETTER FUNCTIONING DISPENSOR.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINT. ALL LONG HAIR MUST BE IN A HAIR RESTRAINT. NO FLOWING HAIR. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
40
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: DOOR GASKETS IN REACH IN COOLERS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: ALL PREP TABLES IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: ALL TABLE LEGS AND BOTTOMS, SIDES OF EQUIPENT IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: FAUCET AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LEAKS IN NEED OF REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS AND WALLS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD DEBRIS AND SPLATTER. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOOR DRAINS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD DEBRIS AND BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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50
Sep 14, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING HANDLED, PREPARED AND SERVED SUCH AS BREAKFAST SANDWICHES. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PERSON IN CHARGE HAS NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE AS REQUIRED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE BUILD UP INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER. MUST DEFROST, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A LEAKY PIPE UNDERNEATH THE 3 COMP SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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74
Oct 4, 2021
Complaint
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING SINKS NOT MAINTAINED WITH HOT WATER: IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF HOT WATER OBSERVED AT FRONT HANDSINK (70.2F), DISH AREA HAND SINK (73.8) , 3-COMP SINK (78.4F). INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE HOT WATER AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS MUST BE AT LEAST 100F. MANAGER ARRIVED ON SITE AND NOW ALL SINKS ARE MAINTAINED BETWEEN 102F - 105F. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED. COS
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITY FOOD HANDLERS PREPARING AND HANDLING �TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY(TCS)FOODS (HAM, EGGS, MILK) WITHOUT ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER AND CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE CITY OF CHICAGO ORIGINAL FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE MUST REMAIN POSTED ON SITE AND CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE DURING TCS FOOD PREP, COOKING, SERVING AND OPERATING HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AND MAINTAIN WITH VERIFIABLE SIGNED COPIES ON SITE FOR ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
3
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE SCOOPER BEING STORED ON IN A RACK NEAR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WITH THE FOOD CONTACT SURFACE EXPOSED.INSTRUCTED ON HOW TO PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOP BETWEEN USES.
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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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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING DOOR PANEL TO THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE REACH IN COOLERS IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON THE FLOORS AND SURFACES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN UNDER ALL SHELVING UNITS, INTERIOR OF PREP COOLERS, HOT-HOLDING UNITS, PREP TABLES AND DEEP FRYERS TO REMOVE SPILLS, FOOD DEBRIS, DIRT BUILDUP. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES.
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Oct 30, 2020
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 23, 2020
Complaint
5 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE IN A VERIFIABLE MANNER EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT ANY ILLNESS TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AT HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE FOR PROPER HAND DRYING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED
10
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2369859 ON 4-29-20:53-OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE THAT DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE NOR IS PRESENT IN THE FACILITY DURING THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAVE A DESIGNATED PERSON IN CHARGE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE NOR VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED WHILE HANDLING, PREPARING AND SERVING TCS FOODS TO THE PUBLIC. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012 CIATION ISSUED
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON FLOOR IN PREP, STORAGE AND DISH WASHING AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Apr 29, 2020
Routine
5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO TOILET TISSUE IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE THAT DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE NOR IS PRESENT IN THE FACILITY DURING THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAVE A DESIGNATED PERSON IN CHARGE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE NOR VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED WHILE HANDLING, PREPARING AND SERVING TCS FOODS TO THE PUBLIC. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012
2
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE IN A VERIFIABLE MANNER EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT ANY ILLNESS TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AT HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE FOR PROPER HAND DRYING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)
10
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON FLOOR IN PREP, STORAGE AND DISH WASHING AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DAMAGED GASKET ON PREP COOLER DOOR UNDER FRONT COUNTER IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Feb 15, 2019
Reinspection
4 major violations.
View 4 violations
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: 2-102.14 OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE THAT DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE NOR IS PRESENT IN THE FACILITY DURING THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAVE A DESIGNATED PERSON IN CHARGE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION.
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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 NOR CERTIFICATE POSTED WHILE HANDLING, PREPARING AND SERVING TCS FOODS TO THE PUBLIC. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14(N) OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 NO POLICY ON SITE FOR RESPONDING TO DIARRHEA AND VOMITING ACCIDENTS. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
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Feb 8, 2019
Complaint
7 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: 2-102.14 OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE THAT DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE NOR IS PRESENT IN THE FACILITY DURING THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAVE A DESIGNATED PERSON IN CHARGE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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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 NOR ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE POSTED WHILE PREPARING, HANDLING, AND SERVING THE PUBLIC. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES AND A ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE POSTED WHILE PREPARING, HANDLING, AND SERVING THE PUBLIC. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14(N) OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 NO POLICY ON SITE FOR RESPONDING TO DIARRHEA AND VOMITING ACCIDENTS. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 5-205.11 OBSERVED BOTH HAND WASHING SINKS BLOCKED WITH ITEMS (UTENSILS) INSIDE OF BOTH HAND WASHING SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO NEVER BLOCK HAND WASHING SINKS. EMPLOYEE MOVED ITEMS DURING THE INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C).
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-501.111 OBSERVED NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK FOR INSPECTOR'S REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(C).
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-501.111 OBSERVED ABOUT 10 MICE DROPPINGS LOCATED UNDER THE COFFEE EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A).
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: 2-402.11 OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS AT ALL TIMES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP AND FOOD STORAGE AREAS.
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45
Jan 8, 2019
Complaint
5 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO POLICY ON SITE FOR RESPONDING TO DIARRHEA AND VOMITING ACCIDENTS. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PERSON IN CHARGE DOES NOT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER CERTIFICATE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO VIOLATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE POSTED. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NO SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICE PROVIDED AT THE REAR AND FRONT HAND WASHING SINKS. MUST PROVIDE HAND DRYING DEVICE AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030C
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP AND FOOD STORAGE AREAS.
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Jun 15, 2018
Complaint
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY. NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON DUTY AS REQUIRED WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS BEING SERVED. INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012 ISSUED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REMOVE MILK CRATES AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS, FREEZERS, BEVERAGE MACHINES, PREP TABLES, SINKS, SHELVING UNITS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE ALL STAINED AND MISSING CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICLES/EQUIPMENT AND ORGANIZE REAR STORAGE ROOM.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLERS WERE NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS AS REQUIRED; INSTRUCTED TO WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS AS REQUIRED AT ALL TIMES.
42
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOP HANDLE UP IN ICE BIN.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
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May 25, 2018
Reinspection
7 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REMOVE MILK CRATES AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS, FREEZERS, BEVERAGE MACHINES, PREP TABLES, SINKS, SHELVING UNITS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE ALL STAINED AND MISSING CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS.
35
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICLES/EQUIPMENT AND ORGANIZE REAR STORAGE ROOM.
41
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOP HANDLE UP IN ICE BIN.
43
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
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70
May 18, 2018
Routine
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SOAP IN WOMEN WASHROOM AND TOILET NOT FLUSHING IN MEN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE SOAP AND REPAIR TOILET IN WASHROOM. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON DUTY OR ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD(BREAKFAST SANDWICHES, EGGS, SAUSAGE)PREPARED AND SERVED. A CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AND CERTIFICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012A
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REMOVE MILK CRATES AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS, FREEZERS, BEVERAGE MACHINES, PREP TABLES, SINKS, SHELVING UNITS.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE ALL STAINED AND MISSING CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS.
35
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICLES/EQUIPMENT AND ORGANIZE REAR STORAGE ROOM.
41
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOP HANDLE UP IN ICE BIN.
43
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
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64
Dec 29, 2017
Complaint
1 minor violation.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS SUCH EGGS, HAM, AND SAUSAGE WERE BEING REHEATED, STORED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE WITH VALID CERTIFICATE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ITEMS ARE BEING SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
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Dec 8, 2016
Complaint
No violations found.
100
Feb 3, 2016
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED THE INSIDE OF THE FRONT PREP COOLERS DIRTY. MUST CLEAN TO REMOVE SPILLS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS DIRTY ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS IN THE REAR STORAGE, INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND THE FRONT PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED A FEW WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE SEATING/DINING AREA. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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86
May 8, 2015
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
May 5, 2015
License
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: THE ABOVE HAS NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE,MUST PROVIDE THE REQUIRED DOUCEMENTS SUCH AS PEST CONTOLR LICENSE,TECHICAN LICENSE,SERVICE REPORT,MAP LOCATOR AND MATERIAL DATA,SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE CHEST COOLERS IN THE PREP AREA
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE CLUTTER FROM THE REAR STORAGE AREA,TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE
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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 Mar 10, 2026. The public record contains 21 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dunkin Donuts?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 11 times, more than any other issue at Dunkin Donuts.
Has Dunkin Donuts' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Dunkin Donuts have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the 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 two times per year on average.
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