Dunkin Donuts

399 N Broadway, Rumford, RI 02916

Café / Breakfast

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Aug 20, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Dunkin Donuts appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Aug 20, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.

“Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Rumford restaurants. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 20, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

Inspector notes: Food debris and coffee grounds were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.

5-205.11

Mops not properly air-dried after use

Inspector notes: Mops must be allowed to air dry after use.

6-501.16

Sep 10, 2024

Routine

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

View 5 violations

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

Inspector notes: Ice observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing. Dump sink must be used to discard ice.

5-205.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Condenser located in the walk-in cooler was not in good repair. It is leaking into a container directly above food products. Condenser unit must be properly repaired.

4-501.11

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

Inspector notes: The floor around the mop sink is in poor repair. Tape observed between the floor and the mop sink. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. This area is to be repaired using proper materials.

6-101.11

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. No employee certified in food safety management available at the time of inspection. Employee(s) must register in, and successfully complete, an approved course in food safety management. In addition, an employee certified in food safety management must register with RIDOH Center for Food Protection.

2-102.12

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

Inspector notes: Utensils were observed stored in stagnant water between uses. Ice scoop observed stored on top of the ice machine. Utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location.

3-304.12

Jun 12, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Hands not washed when required

Inspector notes: Employees were observed changing gloves without washing their hands. Food employees must wash their hands before putting on gloves.

2-301.14

Food storage containers not labeled with contents

Inspector notes: Large bin of sugar is 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

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine and beverage equipment (underside/backsplash areas) have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-601.11(B)

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the receiving area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.

6-501.114

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floor under the ice machine and the mop sink have an accumulation of black residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

Inspector notes: The small ramp into the walk-in cooler and the area around the mop sink (fixed with duct tape) are in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-101.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dunkin Donuts last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dunkin Donuts on file is from Aug 20, 2025. The public record contains three 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 Rumford?

Dunkin Donuts most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Rumford average of 88.

Has Dunkin Donuts' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Dunkin Donuts have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

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 roughly once per year on average.

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