Dunkin Donuts #340479
Last inspected: Sep 17, 2025
64
Score
Inspectors have visited Dunkin Donuts #340479 six times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 17, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around four violations across recent inspections versus roughly seven violations before.
“Employee beverage container on a food preparation table” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average sits at 81, which Dunkin Donuts #340479's 64 doesn't quite reach. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
6
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed and employee drinks stored on form their cup then proceed to go right back to work without washing their hands. Informed the operator of proper procedure.
12A-05-4
High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed their triple sink at 350ppm quaternary. Operator remade it to 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-18-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed two employee drinks stored on top of their coffee machine. Operator removed them. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observe their ware washing hand sink draining very slowly.
29-20-5
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust build up on the walk in freezer fan covers. **Repeat Violation**
36-50-4
64
Jul 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
70
Apr 10, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 24, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed food: Creamer (47F - Cold Holding), ambient temperature of standing reach in cooler at 46. Manager disposed of creamer and milk that was in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: Creamer (47F - Cold Holding) in standing reach in cooler. Observed ambient temperature of cooler at 46. Manager disposed of creamer and sealed milk containers that were stored in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical bottles stored next to coffee machine in front line. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at mop sink. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Sent manager necessary forms. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents with grease build up.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink next to coffee machine in front cashier section.
12B-07-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shield halfway hanging from light in dry storage.
38-01-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Community dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Community dumpster.
33-16-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed open employee ice cream in walk in freezer.
12B-13-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust build up on on walk in cooler/freezer fan covers.
36-50-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not in use stored in water.
42-01-4
32
Feb 23, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker on black hose (non-chemical) side of splitter.
29-34-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Operating has agreement plan ,but missing some required verbiage . Emailed manager employee agreement. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed no drain plug on dumpster shared with plaza.
33-11-4
74
Sep 13, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test strips available.
16-37-1
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor in rear ware washing area. Employee stated pipe to steam oven is leaking and scheduled for repair.
36-22-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed several drinks on preparation tables throughout kitchen. Employee removed drinks. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed door on reach in cooler on service line hinges broken.
14-11-5
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dunkin Donuts #340479 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dunkin Donuts #340479 on file is from Sep 17, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dunkin Donuts #340479?
Across the inspection record, “employee beverage container on a food preparation table” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Dunkin Donuts #340479.
How does Dunkin Donuts #340479 compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Dunkin Donuts #340479 most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Dunkin Donuts #340479's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Dunkin Donuts #340479 have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Dunkin Donuts #340479 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Dunkin Donuts #340479 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Dunkin Donuts #340479 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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