Dunkin Donuts

2654 S 18Th St, Philadelphia, PA 19145

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: May 13, 2024

Score

High Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for Dunkin Donuts. Inspectors last stopped by on May 13, 2024. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near eight violations per visit.

“Certification by accredited program” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Philadelphia average 72, so Dunkin Donuts trails the local norm. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 13, 2024

Reinspection

3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 8 violations

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous opened commercially processed ready to eat food(bacon and cheeses) located in the walk-in cooler, and held more than 48 hours, was not marked with the date they were opened. New Violation.

46.385(b)

Hands clean & properly washed (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food employees observed donning single use gloves without a prior hand wash. Note: Employee must wash hands prior to wearing gloves.

46.132

Proper cold holding temperature

Inspector notes: Bacon and sausage located inside cold holding unit was held at 46 and 48.7 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Note: Food was discarded at time.

46.385(a)(2)

Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses

Inspector notes: The Person in Charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the Philadelphia Food Code. Note: PIC could not name the five reportable foodborne illnesses and their symptoms.

46.102

Management awareness; policy present

Inspector notes: Food facility does not have a Health Awareness Reporting Procedure for food employees. Note: Resource was give to PIC at time of inspection. New Violation.

46.111(a)

Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons

Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of rodent / insect activity observed. Note: Mouse feces observed in the utility room and behind oven. Small amount of drain was observed in the utility room where mop sink is located. New Violation.

46.981(k)(l)

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Food debris observed in the bottom of food storage units( refrigeration, and freezer). Cleaning needed.

46.711(b)(c)

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: Broom and dust pan observed directly on the floor in ware washing and utility areas.

46.981(e)(m)

Feb 8, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 8 violations

Food separated & protected (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Uncovered milk was observed inside cold holding unit. Note: All food must be covered prior to storing. Milk was covered at time of inspection.

46.281

Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses

Inspector notes: The Person in Charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the Philadelphia Food Code. Note: PIC could not name the five reportable foodborne illnesses and the symptoms. Foodborne illnesses was given to PIC at time of inspection. New Violation.

46.102

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector notes: Spoon used to stir coffee was observed in a cup of murky water held at room temperature. New Violation.

46.302

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used

Inspector notes: Ice maker observed not in working order. New Violation.

46.671

Personal cleanliness

Inspector notes: Food employees observed not wearing or wearing ineffective hair restraints, such as nets, hats, or beard restraints. New Violation.

46.152

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Food debris observed in the bottom of food storage units(cold prep, reach-in refrigeration and freezer). Cleaning needed. New Violation.

46.711(b)(c)

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: General floor cleaning needed in food prep area. Remove all equipment that are not in use from facility. New Violation.

46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector notes: Moist wiping cloths observed lying on counter and not stored in sanitizing solution. New Violation.

46.304

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dunkin Donuts last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dunkin Donuts on file is from May 13, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dunkin Donuts?

Across the inspection record, “certification by accredited program” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dunkin Donuts.

Has Dunkin Donuts' inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Dunkin Donuts means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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