Dunkin Donuts

Q: When was Dunkin Donuts last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dunkin Donuts on file is from Nov 10, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

Q: What is the most common violation at Dunkin Donuts?

Across the inspection record, adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dunkin Donuts.

Q: How does Dunkin Donuts compare to other restaurants in Lincoln?

Dunkin Donuts most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Lincoln average of 87.

Q: Has Dunkin Donuts's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Dunkin Donuts have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about two per visit to around four more recently.

Q: 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.

629 George Washington Hwy, Lincoln, RI 02865

Café / Breakfast

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Nov 10, 2025

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Dunkin Donuts, the earliest from 2024. The most recent visit was on Nov 10, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The trend has not been favorable, with the count rising from two to four between inspections.

Looking across the full record, adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Restaurants in Lincoln average 87, so Dunkin Donuts trails the local norm. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Nov 10, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

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

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

6-301.12

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The grout in the back prep are and tile in the back prep area were observed in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The draw cooler and low boy behind the register were observed not in good repair. Equipment must be maintained in good repair.

4-501.11

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

Inspector notes: The ice scoop is stored on an unclean surface (top rolling cart) between uses. During pauses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location.

3-304.12

Nov 25, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Nov 24, 2024

Environmental Complaint

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Inspector notes: Back-up water observed in bathrooms; water observed on backroom floors. Per PIC and staff, bathrooms back-up and cause water overflow in bathrooms, mop sink area, and through floor drains. Inspector observed water back-up in those locations at the time of inspection.

5-402.13

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Inspector notes: Per PIC< ice machine air gap is misaligned cause water to leak onto floor.

5-403.12

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Inspector notes: The condensate from the tank in mop room is draining onto the floor. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.

5-403.12

Jun 12, 2024

Routine

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

View 3 violations

Backflow prevention air gap not adequate (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The ice machine is lacking a air gap. A plumbing system shall be installed to prevent backflow of a liquid or gas contaminant into the water supply by providing an air gap or installing an approved backflow prevention device.

5-202.13

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

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels. Paper towels were added at the time of inspection.

6-301.12

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: The (grout on the floor) in the (Kitchen) area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.114

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dunkin Donuts last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dunkin Donuts on file is from Nov 10, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dunkin Donuts?

Across the inspection record, adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dunkin Donuts.

How does Dunkin Donuts compare to other restaurants in Lincoln?

Dunkin Donuts most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Lincoln average of 87.

Has Dunkin Donuts's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Dunkin Donuts have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about two per visit to around four more recently.

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.

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