Inspection
Oct 16, 2026
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 16, 2026 · Original Source
Eating & Drinking w/ Take Out · Boston, MA
Dunkin Donuts
283 Huntington Av
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Quick Answers
- When was Dunkin Donuts last inspected?
- The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 16, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Passed”.
- Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
- No. No violations were recorded at the most recent inspection.
- How many inspections are on record?
- 14 inspections on record, from May 20, 2024 to Oct 16, 2026.
- Has Dunkin Donuts ever been closed by the health department?
- No closure appears in the 14 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated May 20, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
14 inspectionsInspection
Feb 9, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.005/5-103.11-PFOther
Official Wording
Capacity-Quantity and Availability (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Establishment has no hot water heater as new unit has failed. Make all necessary repairs. Call when ready.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 9, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 6, 2026
Failed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.005/5-103.11-PFOther
Official Wording
Capacity-Quantity and Availability (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Establishment has no hot water heater as new unit has failed. Make all necessary repairs. Call when ready.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 6, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 13, 2026
Report filed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-301.11-PFFood temperature
Official Wording
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
The walk in cooler is 90F. No TCS foods being stored inside the unit at this time two supplemental reach in coolers holding at below 41F have been provided. Make all necessary repairs.
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureminorCode 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Oven labeled "do not use" in back area. Remove equipment not in use or no longer needed.
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 13, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 6, 2026
Failed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-301.11-PFFood temperature
Official Wording
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
The walk in cooler is 90F. No TCS foods being stored inside the unit at this time two supplemental reach in coolers holding at below 41F have been provided. Make all necessary repairs.
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureminorCode 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Oven labeled "do not use" in back area. Remove equipment not in use or no longer needed.
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 6, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 24, 2025
Passed
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-602.11-CFood source and labeling
Official Wording
Food Labels (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide Properly date mark to chocolate powder macha powder and everthing bagel.
In Plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsminorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
walk-in fridge resurface rusted shelving clean floor area under around all the shelving to remove soils and debris regrount the floor in the kitchen remove all cardbord from the floor between the walk-in fridge clean inside the white cabinet and under the oven to remove debris/ employee locker clean inside/ provide properly storage for chemicals clean exterior of ice machine to remove build up dust Hand sink next to the oven oberved leaking water/ replace and clean under the hand sink to remove debris
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-201.17-CFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Please provide Details IPM report from license extreminator include false/ceiling clean walls under the the 3 bay sink to remove debris clean walls begind the beverage machine to remove syrup
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesminorCode 590.006/6-202.11-CFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Light Bulbs Protective Shielding (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Storage room light not properly shielded/ replace/repair light shield in celing above / provide
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesminorCode 590.006/6-501.111-CPests
Official Wording
Controlling Pests (C)
Inspector’s Notes
During The inspections I observed one small roach in mop sink. and one dead roach under the beverage machine. Clean to remove provide a details licensed extreminator's report
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 24, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 17, 2025
Failed
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-602.11-CFood source and labeling
Official Wording
Food Labels (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide Properly date mark to chocolate powder macha powder and everthing bagel.
In Plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsminorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
walk-in fridge resurface rusted shelving clean floor area under around all the shelving to remove soils and debris regrount the floor in the kitchen remove all cardbord from the floor between the walk-in fridge clean inside the white cabinet and under the oven to remove debris/ employee locker clean inside/ provide properly storage for chemicals clean exterior of ice machine to remove build up dust Hand sink next to the oven oberved leaking water/ replace and clean under the hand sink to remove debris
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-201.17-CFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Please provide Details IPM report from license extreminator include false/ceiling clean walls under the the 3 bay sink to remove debris clean walls begind the beverage machine to remove syrup
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesminorCode 590.006/6-202.11-CFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Light Bulbs Protective Shielding (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Storage room light not properly shielded/ replace/repair light shield in celing above / provide
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesminorCode 590.006/6-501.111-CPests
Official Wording
Controlling Pests (C)
Inspector’s Notes
During The inspections I observed one small roach in mop sink. and one dead roach under the beverage machine. Clean to remove provide a details licensed extreminator's report
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 17, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 15, 2025
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.006/6-101.11-COther
Official Wording
Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
Inspector’s Notes
The wall under the mop sink is damaged(cracked & missing tiles with hole).Repair PIC stating repair is scheduled
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 15, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 8, 2025
Failed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.006/6-101.11-COther
Official Wording
Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
Inspector’s Notes
The wall under the mop sink is damaged(cracked & missing tiles with hole).Repair PIC stating repair is scheduled
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 8, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 12, 2024
Passed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-502.11-CFood temperature
Official Wording
(A) and (C) Good Repair and Calibration-Utensils and Temperature and Pressure Measuring Devices (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Sandwich prep unit - Not working. Has been put out of service
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureminorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Ceiling tiles in prep area not smooth durable non absorbant and easily cleanable
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 12, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 26, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Soils on ceiling fixtures - prep/ware washing/serving line
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsmajorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Reviewed the contents of the kit with PIC - Kit not complete Reviewed written procedures with PIC at this inspection and previous inspection
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.004/4-502.11-CFood temperature
Official Wording
(A) and (C) Good Repair and Calibration-Utensils and Temperature and Pressure Measuring Devices (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Sandwich prep unit - Not working. Has been put out of service
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureminorCode 590.004/4-903.11-C1Equipment and utensils
Official Wording
(A) (B) and (D) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles Storing (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Ice bucket not propely stored and has scoop and food container inside
In Plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesminorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Ceiling tiles in prep area not smooth durable non absorbant and easily cleanable
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 26, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 12, 2024
Failed
5 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Reviewed the contents of the kit with PIC - Kit not complete Reviewed written procedures with PIC at this inspection and previous inspection
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.004/4-502.11-CFood temperature
Official Wording
(A) and (C) Good Repair and Calibration-Utensils and Temperature and Pressure Measuring Devices (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Sandwich prep unit - Not working. Has been put out of service
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureminorCode 590.004/4-903.11-C1Equipment and utensils
Official Wording
(A) (B) and (D) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles Storing (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Ice bucket not propely stored and has scoop and food container inside
In Plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesminorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Soils on ceiling fixtures - prep/ware washing/serving line
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Ceiling tiles in prep area not smooth durable non absorbant and easily cleanable
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 12, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
May 28, 2024
Report filed
11 recorded violations
notedCode L1Other
Official Wording
No wording provided in the official record.
Inspector’s Notes
No proof that the certified food protection manager is certified in allergen awareness
In Plain English
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
More about inspection findingmajorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official Wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Employees do not know the employee illness policy
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils
Official Wording
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Spoons stored in sanitizer at coffee station
In Plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesminorCode 590.004/4-501.12-COther
Official Wording
Cutting Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Worn cutting board on sandwich prep unit
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.006/6-202.14-COther
Official Wording
Toilet Rooms Enclosed (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Bathroom door not self closing
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No written procedures Kit not complete
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsmajorCode 590.002(A)/2-101.11-PFPermits, training, and postings
Official Wording
Assignment (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No PIC at time of inspection Employee contacted the senior manager and they arrived during inspection
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesminorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination
Official Wording
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Paper towel dispenser over drain boards
In Plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationminorCode 590.004/4-903.11-C1Equipment and utensils
Official Wording
(A) (B) and (D) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles Storing (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Ice buckets not properly stored
In Plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesminorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Built up dust on fan cover in walk in unit
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Broken floor tiles in walk in refrigeration unit and outside of walk in unit Rusted floor in second walk in refrigeration unit
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 28, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
May 20, 2024
Failed
11 recorded violations
notedCode L1Other
Official Wording
No wording provided in the official record.
Inspector’s Notes
No proof that the certified food protection manager is certified in allergen awareness
In Plain English
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
More about inspection findingminorCode 590.004/4-501.12-COther
Official Wording
Cutting Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Worn cutting board on sandwich prep unit
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.004/4-903.11-C1Equipment and utensils
Official Wording
(A) (B) and (D) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles Storing (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Ice buckets not properly stored
In Plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesminorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Built up dust on fan cover in walk in unit
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Front door - Gap between bottom of door and floor Broken floor tiles in walk in refrigeration unit and outside of walk in unit Rusted floor in second walk in refrigeration unit Ceiling tiles in employee bathroom in disrepair
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesmajorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No written procedures Kit not complete
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsmajorCode 590.002(A)/2-101.11-PFPermits, training, and postings
Official Wording
Assignment (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No PIC at time of inspection Employee contacted the senior manager and they arrived during inspection
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesmajorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official Wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Employees do not know the employee illness policy
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils
Official Wording
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Spoons stored in sanitizer at coffee station
In Plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesminorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination
Official Wording
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Paper towel dispenser over drain boards
In Plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationminorCode 590.006/6-202.14-COther
Official Wording
Toilet Rooms Enclosed (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Bathroom door not self closing
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 20, 2024 · Original Source