Dunkin Donuts in BOSTON, MA Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/11/23

BOSTON, MA - Dunkin Donuts received citations for health code violations during an inspection on 04/11/2023.

Situated at 106 CAMBRIDGE ST, the establishment is part of Beacon Hill's active food service sector. The Beacon Hill area undergoes regular health inspections as part of the city's comprehensive food safety monitoring program.

The inspection identified 4 distinct violations requiring correction. These findings represent specific conditions observed during the inspection that must be addressed to meet health code requirements.

The first violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: (A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf). Regulatory standards exist to minimize health risks to consumers.

The second violation concerned food equipment. Inspectors documented: (B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C). Damaged cutting boards and surfaces can harbor bacteria in cracks and crevices.

The third violation involved sanitization. Inspectors documented: Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C). FDA sanitation guidelines require regular cleaning and sanitizing of all food contact surfaces to prevent cross-contamination and bacterial growth. For more information, see FDA sanitation standards. Biofilms can form on inadequately cleaned surfaces, protecting bacteria from sanitizers.

The fourth violation concerned pest prevention. Inspectors documented: (A) Ceasing Operations and Reporting (Pf). The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Cockroaches can spread E. coli and Salmonella by contaminating food and surfaces.

Health code violations require prompt correction to maintain operating permits. The health department typically conducts re-inspections to verify that identified issues have been properly addressed.

This inspection data is provided by Boston Public Health Commission. The establishment had violations identified during the 04/11/2023 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the Boston Public Health Commission. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the Massachusetts Food Code. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.