Dunkin Donuts
Last inspected: Nov 13, 2025
70
Score
Across the available record, Dunkin Donuts has four inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 13, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent inspections show fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest at four versus eight before.
Non-food contact surfaces clean comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
That's lower than the typical Johnston restaurant, which scores around 77. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 13, 2025
Environmental Complaint
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was 0 parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be 200-300 ppm. Per PIC, service will be called. Establishment will use chlorine until sanitizer dispenser is serviced and reaches the proper concentration.
4-501.114
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of fruit flies is not controlled as evidenced by live activity. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies. Establishment is to increase pest control as frequently as needed and continue to work with pest control to eliminate fly problem.
6-501.111
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the walk-in cooler shelves have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Non-food contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floor in the walk-in cooler and back prep area has an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
70
Jun 9, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Handwash sink located behind display counter was observed to be leaking at the faucet.
5-205.15
Backflow prevention air gap not adequate
Inspector notes: An air gap is lacking at the ice machine (currently an air break).
5-202.13
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. PIC took out of service to be washed and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels. PIC replaced roll.
6-301.12
Utensils or thermometers not in good repair or calibrated
Inspector notes: Walk-in cooler located in the kitchen area was not in good repair (leak observed at fan unit).
4-502.11(A)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following non-food contact surfaces have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: -all food prep areas, -storage shelves, -refrigeration units under coffee taps, -walk-in cooler fan blades, -2 door ovens.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors throughout the facility (including walk-in cooler/freezer) have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The wall in the oven area is in poor repair (hole observed). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
Inspector notes: Working containers of dry ingredients are not labeled with the common name of the food. Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages, such as flour, herbs, salt, sugar, and spices must be labeled with the common name of the food.
3-302.12
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Various food items were observed stored on the floor in the kitchen area. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Single use items were observed stored on the floor in the kitchen area. Such items should be stored at least 6 inches off the floor.
4-903.11(A)
43
Dec 11, 2023
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: The cutting boards in the preparation area are very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced. PIC informed.
4-501.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Handwash sink located behind display counter was observed to be leaking at the faucet. PIC informed.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine has an accumulation of brown/black residue. PIC informed.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors and walls in the kitchen area has an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. PIC informed.
6-501.12
82
May 25, 2023
Environmental Complaint
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dunkin Donuts last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dunkin Donuts on file is from Nov 13, 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 three times, more than any other issue at Dunkin Donuts.
How does Dunkin Donuts compare to other restaurants in Johnston?
Dunkin Donuts most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Johnston average of 77.
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 four violations compared to about eight previously.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Dunkin Donuts means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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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