Dunkin Donuts

561B S County Trail, Exeter, RI 02822

Café / Breakfast

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Dec 3, 2025

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Dunkin Donuts, the earliest from 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 3, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from four violations to three.

The pattern that stands out is non-food contact surfaces clean, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average sits at 89, which Dunkin Donuts's 78 doesn't quite reach. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Dec 3, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Various foods (turkey sausage, jelly, avocado spread, cream cheeses, chix wraps, mini bagel bites, butter, croissant stuffies and queso cheese) were observed held between 50-60 degrees Fahrenheit in unit overnight. Ambient of sandwich station prep unit was 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC voluntarily disposed of food. A service order was placed. All other TCS foods that were placed in unit 30 mins prior to inspection were moved to walk-in cooler and other refrigeration.

3-501.16(A)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The sandwich station prep unit was observed in poor repair (not holding adequate ambient temperature). PIC instructed to not store TCS foods in unit until service is provided.PIC placed service order during time of inspection.

4-501.11

Refuse receptacles not suitable or in poor condition

Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered/closed at time of inspection. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered/closed.

5-501.13

Sep 26, 2025

Opening

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the shelving in the walk-in have an accumulation of miscellaneous debris.

4-602.13

Aug 21, 2024

Routine

4 major violations. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

View 7 violations

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in refrigeration unit(s). Cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.

4-203.12

Person in charge not present

Inspector notes: No person certified in food safety was present as needed at the time of inspection.

2-101.11

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The front hand wash sink was observed being used as a dump sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.

5-205.11

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Both the front and back hand wash sinks were lacking paper towels.

6-301.12

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.

6-202.15

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The following in-use utensils were observed improperly stored: 1) Stirring spoons were stored in stagnant water between uses 2) An ice scoop was observed with the handle in direct contact with ice

3-304.12

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The floor in several areas throughout the working facilities is in poor repair (grout missing between tiles). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Sep 19, 2023

Environmental Complaint

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen and front service area was lacking paper towels.

6-301.12

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the shelving in the walk-in cooler has an accumulation of food residue and other debris.

4-602.13

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.

2-102.12

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The walls in the front service area near the coffee holders and hand sink area have an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The floors in the back prep area under the oven and prep table have an accumulation of food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dunkin Donuts last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dunkin Donuts on file is from Dec 3, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dunkin Donuts?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surfaces clean has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dunkin Donuts.

How does Dunkin Donuts compare to other restaurants in Exeter?

Dunkin Donuts most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Exeter average of 89.

Has Dunkin Donuts's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Dunkin Donuts have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around three violations compared to about four previously.

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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