Dunkin

1248 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10028

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Dunkin appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2023. On Feb 12, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

The pattern that stands out is “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material”, which has been cited three times.

Dunkin's latest score of 82 sits above the Manhattan average of 77. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 12, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.

10F

Nov 14, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

10F

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Oct 21, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.

06C

10F

Mar 5, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.

10B

Sep 26, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.

04N

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dunkin last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dunkin on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dunkin?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Dunkin.

How does Dunkin compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Dunkin most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Dunkin's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dunkin have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Dunkin 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 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Dunkin is inspected around two times per year on average.

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