Dunkin Donuts
Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026
74
Score
Dunkin Donuts has been inspected five times since 2022. Dunkin Donuts was last inspected on Mar 2, 2026. 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 eight violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “ice buildup in walk-in freezer on unit'”, showing up four times.
The city-wide average sits at 79, which Dunkin Donuts' 74 doesn't quite reach. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 2, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by window next to ovens on front line. Operator refilled dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink in back prep area missing soap. Operator refilled. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket next to ice machine not stored inverted. Operator inverted bucket. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer on unit's fan on left side upon entry. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
74
Jan 9, 2025
Complaint Full
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Ambient air thermometer not located in the warmest part of the cold holding unit in drive thru area . Manager relocated ambient air thermometer **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
05-11-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. - ice bucket not inverted by ice machine . Manager inverted ice bucket **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -Employee drink next to bacon and bread on prep table at cook line . Reviewed with manager . Manager removed employee drink from area -Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding ( walk in freezer ) unit with food to be served to customers. Manager discarded drink **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation at cook line . Reviewed with manager . Employee put on hair restraint **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Reviewed with manager **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
78
Nov 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
41
Feb 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. - Manager Daliza lacking proof of CFM training - CFM certificate available for Rodney
53A-01-7
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils- tray of muffins in back kitchen area manager relocated drink **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public in cooler in front counter area
08B-49-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in front counter area - employee relocated ice scoop **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
74
Aug 16, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. round sausage patties , temped at 9:34; (54F - Cold Holding); retemped at 10:15 at 43F; square sausage patties , temped at 9:34 (59F - Cold Holding);retemped at 10:16 at 43F; clicked roasted tomatoes , temped at 9:34 (46F - Cold Holding)retemped at 10:16 at 41F. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Hot chocolate machine shows accumulation of debris on the nozzles. Operator took apart and cleaned the machine. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
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. Operator was able to show Serve staff training for most of the present employees.
53B-13-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Mobile ice large bin on front counter area shows accumulation of mold like substance. Operator began emptying and cleaning the mobile ice bin. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. At front counter area, the ceiling shows accumulation of debris.
36-34-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered receptacle in ladies room.
32-12-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee was given a visor to wear. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build up on floors of walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Stirring spoon in cup of water at front counter temping at 74F.
10-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Stacked Ovens in rear kitchen area show accumulation of debris in interior bottom of oven.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on walk in cooler show accumulation of debris and black mold like substance.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Coffee filters stored improperly, not inverted. Employee moved and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Trash receptacles not provided where needed in establishment. No trash receptacle by the hand wash sink in the back kitchen area.
33-06-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop in mop bucket.
42-01-4
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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 2, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dunkin Donuts?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in walk-in freezer on unit'” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Dunkin Donuts.
How does Dunkin Donuts compare to other restaurants in Clearwater?
Dunkin Donuts most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Clearwater average of 79.
Has Dunkin Donuts' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Dunkin Donuts have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the 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 roughly once per year on average.
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