Dunkin Donuts
Last inspected: Apr 20, 2026
67
Score
Going back to 2022, Dunkin Donuts has 14 inspections in the public record. Dunkin Donuts was last inspected on Apr 20, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.
Across the inspection history, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.
Compared to other Bradenton restaurants (averaging 83), there's room to close the gap. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
14
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 20, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed in reach in cooler at sandwich make station butter (58F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (56F - Cold Holding); cheese (54F - Cold Holding); egg patty (53F - Cold Holding); sausage patties (51F - Cold Holding); cheese tortillas (52F - Cold Holding).Person in charge stated all product had been in the reach in cooler for 5 hours. Person in charge voluntarily discard it all product.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Observed no food handlers training for all employees.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.Observed on food preparation table in main kitchen area open beverage.Person in charge removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-02-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.Observed in main kitchen area Person in charge engaging in food preparation with a wristwatch on wrist..employee removed watch and washed hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.Person in charge inverted.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
42-01-4
67
Nov 19, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. observed in reach in cooler on sandwich make station cheese (53F - Cold Holding); turkey sandwich (51F - Cold Holding); ham and cheese croissant (52F - Cold Holding); sausage (54F - Cold Holding); egg patty's (49F - Cold Holding); butter pats (54F - Cold Holding). Person in charge voluntarily discard it all product.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed in reach in cooler on sandwich make station cheese (53F - Cold Holding); turkey sandwich (51F - Cold Holding); ham and cheese croissant (52F - Cold Holding); sausage (54F - Cold Holding); egg patty's (49F - Cold Holding); butter pats (54F - Cold Holding). Person in charge voluntarily discard it all product.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin next to Handwashing sink. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.observed multiple wrist bracelets on employee preparing food. Employee removed and washed hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry next to mop sink.Person in charge inverted mop. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
42-01-4
58
Jun 5, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-03: **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
90
Apr 2, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler cream cheese (55F - Cold Holding); ham and cheese sandwiches (46F - Cold Holding); cheese (48F - Cold Holding); sausage (45F - Cold Holding); butter (52F - Cold Holding); egg patty (48F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated all food product had been in the reach in cooler for approximately 3 hours and placed all in the walk-in cooler **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored in a box on the floor in dry storage. Person in charge stated no delivery's today and removed from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Garbage on the pad around dumpster. **Warning**
33-19-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Open dumpster lid on south end of parking area. Person in charge closed lid. Person in charge closed lid.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
33-16-4
64
Jan 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed in back kitchen area next to 3 compartment sink multiple sanitizer buckets in sink. Person in charge removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in main kitchen area by ovens. Person in charge filled paper towels.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed in main kitchen area employee engaged in food preparation with wrist watch on wrist. Employee removed watch and washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid on south end of parking area. Person in charge closed lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
74
May 30, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in Reach in cooler on service line by oven Cream Cheese (53 - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated in was placed in Reach in cooler on 5/29/24. Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discarded Cream Cheese. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in Reach in cooler on service line by oven Cream Cheese (53 - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated in was placed in Reach in cooler on 5/29/24. Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discarded Cream Cheese. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by coffee maker and 3 compartment sink. Person in charge filled. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink by oven. Person in charge filled soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
58
Jan 10, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Educated Person in charge and emailed Person in charge a copy of he handout. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-10: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Drain cover missing under 3 compartment sink in back kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-10: **Time Extended**
29-18-4
86
Jan 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cream Cheese (53F - Cold Holding); Cheese (48F - Cold Holding); Egg Burrito (47F - Cold Holding) Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge stated that the product had been in the Reach in cooler across from Handwashing sink in main kitchen area for approximately 1 hour and placed all items in Walk in cooler **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. Educated Person in charge and emailed Person in charge a copy of he handout. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in back area of kitchen next to mop sink and both ice bins in front kitchen service area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom facility not clean. Observed in men's bathroom urinal soiled. **Warning**
32-07-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Drain cover missing under 3 compartment sink in back kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-18-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee preparing food with watch and bracelet. Person in charge had employee remove and wash hands. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Employee removed watch and washed hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Observed in front dining room area single service knives not presented with handles up. Person in charge inverted knives. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-02-4
50
Aug 23, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
70
Jun 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
61
Feb 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee cleaned counter with gloves on and filled donut order no Handwashing or glove change. Stopped employee and educated on glove use. Employee removed soiled gloves,washed hands and put on clean gloves. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed multiple sanitizer buckets in Handwashing sink in back area of main kitchen by 3 bay compartment sink and and on front line next to donuts. Person in charge removed buckets. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
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. Emailed a copy to Person in charge
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sinks in back area of kitchen next to 3 compartment sink,by oven in main kitchen area and next to drive through area. Person in charge fill soap.
31B-03-4
Basic - Drain cover missing under 3 bay compartment sink. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
29-18-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food by drive through area.
13-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a gallon of milk on floor in Walk in cooler. Person in charge removed from floor. Observed I case of food in dry storage area in back area of kitchen. Person in charge removed from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
55
Sep 14, 2022
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Observed drain cover missing under 3 bay compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-14: **Time Extended**
29-18-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed ice bin by beverage station with soiled exterior. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-14: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dunkin Donuts last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dunkin Donuts on file is from Apr 20, 2026. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dunkin Donuts?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Dunkin Donuts.
How does Dunkin Donuts compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
Dunkin Donuts most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton average of 83.
Has Dunkin Donuts' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dunkin Donuts have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Dunkin Donuts 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 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Dunkin Donuts is inspected around four times per year on average.
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