Dunkin Donuts

817 Se 17Th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Sep 12, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Dunkin Donuts has been inspected six times since 2023. On Sep 12, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around three violations per visit versus roughly one violation earlier in the record.

Restaurants in Fort Lauderdale average 80, so Dunkin Donuts is doing better than most peers. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 12, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Sep 11, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Sep 10, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at flip top cooler next to coffee makers - chicken patties (52F - Cold Holding); turkey sausage (51F - Cold Holding); pork sausage (53F - Cold Holding) As per operator items not portioned or prepared today. Items held out of temperature for approximately 1.5 hours. Operator placed items in freezer for quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink used for dumping, located in front of ice machine.

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 6 employees on duty with no manager present.

53A-05-6

Intermediate - Nonservice animals in the food establishment or on premises. Observed in lobby - non service dog. Manger asked costumer to leave establishment. **Corrected On-Site**

35A-01-4

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. Observed 4 employees on duty with no proof of training.

53B-13-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed at female restroom.

32-12-5

Jan 4, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phones and bag stored on dry storage shelf. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Feb 8, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Feb 7, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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Intermediate - Observed: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. New manager in store…CFM located at previous location. PIC Sonja Armstrong **Warning** Priority: Intermediate

53A-01-7

Intermediate - Observed: Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unknown substance in two bottles; one at triple sink and pump spray bottle by mop sink. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate

41-17-4

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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 Sep 12, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Dunkin Donuts compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?

Dunkin Donuts most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.

Has Dunkin Donuts' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Dunkin Donuts have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly one 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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