Dunkin Donuts

1199 Chopmist Hill Rd North, Scituate, RI 02857

Café / Breakfast

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Dunkin Donuts, the earliest from 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 17, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The latest visit found one violation, down from six violations the time before.

When inspectors have written things up, non-food contact surfaces clean has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Scituate restaurant scores 89. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 17, 2026

Environmental Complaint

1 minor violation.

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Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the walk-in cooler fan and 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

May 29, 2025

Routine

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

View 3 violations

Toilet tissue not available in restroom (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The customer restroom was lacking toilet tissue. Staff refilled during inspection.

6-302.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety licensed with RIDOH. Applications provided at the time of inspection.

2-102.12(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact of the drive-thru beverage cooler shelf has an accumulation of debris.

4-601.11(B)

Jun 5, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 8 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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No hand drying provision at handwashing sink

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

6-301.12

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

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Inspector notes: Utensils and a single use cup lid were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.

6-301.13

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was in excess of 400 parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be 200 ppm. PIC drained and refilled sanitizer bay to proper concentration.

4-501.115

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Crates of milk were observed stored under walk-in condenser, with condensation dripping onto containers. Milk crates were moved during inspection.

3-305.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

Inspector notes: Utensils (drink stirrers) were observed on an uncleaned surface between uses.

3-304.12

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The walk-in cooler was not in good repair. Inspector observed fans inoperable during inspection with ambient temperature increasing to 50 degrees during inspection. Per general manager, service has been contacted and expected later in the day. All foods moved to freezer during inspection.

4-501.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the prep unit has an accumulation of food residue, and other debris.

4-601.11(B)

Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

Inspector notes: The floors and shelving throughout the facility have an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-201.11

Jun 26, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 5 violations

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

Inspector notes: Milk was observed held at (44-46) degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Product Disposed

3-501.16(A)

Handwashing sign not posted (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was blocked by trash cans. A hand-washing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use.

6-301.14

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Milk products were observed stored on the floor in the walk in cooler. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

3-305.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the: 1.shelves throughout the establishment 2.surfaces under counter top equipment 3.bakery rolling racks have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-601.11(B)

Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

Inspector notes: The: 1.floors in the walk in cooler 2.floors throughout the establishment 3.floors under the all equipment has an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-201.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dunkin Donuts last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dunkin Donuts on file is from Mar 17, 2026. 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 Scituate?

Dunkin Donuts most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Scituate 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 one violation compared to about six 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 roughly once per year on average.

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