Dunkin' Donuts

121 Marietta Hwy, Canton, GA 30114

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Jan 5, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Dunkin' Donuts appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2024. Dunkin' Donuts was last inspected on Jan 5, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around five violations per visit lately, up from roughly two violations before.

Looking across the full record, “insects, rodents, and animals not present” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Restaurants in Canton average 86, so Dunkin' Donuts trails the local norm. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 5, 2026

Routine

5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed drive-thru window not self-closing. CA Exterior openings must be self-closing.

511-6-1.07(2)(m)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed exposed concrete in the back kitchen area, along with broken cove base tiles. Floors, Walls, and Ceilings, Cleanability. Except as specified under subsection (2)(d) of this Rule and except for anti-slip floor coverings or applications that may be used for safety reasons, floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Informed the PIC, that these issues located in the back of the kitchen will be given one month to be repaired.

511-6-1.07(2)(a)

2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee drinks and food located on the food prep table and the front food service counter. Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed. COS by moving food and beverages to their designated area.

511-6-1.03(5)(k)

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed sanitizer bucket with cloths holding at 150ppm (quat), located near the front food service area. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be: (i) Held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration between 200-400ppm. COS by discarding and making a new sanitizer solution, holding at 200ppm (quat).

511-6-1.04(4)(m)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed a large hole on the wall, located near back door, exposed with foam sealant. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. Must be addressed and repaired within the month.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

Mar 11, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed exposed concrete in back kitchen area, along with broken cove base tiles, and paint beginning to flake in walk-in cooler. Must be addressed. CA (a) Floors, Walls, and Ceilings, Cleanability. Except as specified under subsection (2)(d) of this Rule and except for antislip floor coverings or applications that may be used for safety reasons, floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable.

511-6-1.07(2)(a)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed drive-thru window not self-closing. CA Exterior openings must be self-closing.

511-6-1.07(2)(m)

Jun 23, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

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17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed exposed concrete in several areas in back kitchen (dry storage area). Facility is currently going through a remodel. Floors must be addressed at this time.

511-6-1.07(2)(a)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed drive-thru window not self-closing (broken). Outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (i) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; (ii) Closed, tight-fitting windows; and (iii) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors Drive-thru window must be fixed within 60 days.

511-6-1.07(2)(m)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dunkin' Donuts last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dunkin' Donuts on file is from Jan 5, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dunkin' Donuts?

Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, and animals not present” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Dunkin' Donuts.

How does Dunkin' Donuts compare to other restaurants in Canton?

Dunkin' Donuts most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Canton average of 86.

Has Dunkin' Donuts' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Dunkin' Donuts have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two 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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