HYDE PARK, MA - Health department officials identified compliance issues at Dunkin Donuts in an inspection dated 04/19/2023.
Located at 1200 HYDE PARK AV in the Hyde Park area, the establishment serves the local community. The Hyde Park neighborhood maintains numerous food service establishments that undergo regular health monitoring.
The inspection identified 6 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 concerned storage procedures. Inspectors documented: Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C). Storing food at incorrect temperatures accelerates spoilage and pathogen growth.
The second violation involved equipment operation. Inspectors documented: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C). Improper equipment can cause physical contamination of food.
The third violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C). Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.
The fourth violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Receptacles (C). Regulatory standards exist to minimize health risks to consumers.
The fifth violation concerned sanitization. Inspectors documented: Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (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. Inadequate sanitization allows bacteria to survive and multiply on food contact surfaces.
The sixth violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C). Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.
The correction of health violations is monitored through follow-up inspections and documentation requirements. Establishments must demonstrate that they have addressed the root causes of violations, not just the immediate symptoms.
This inspection data is provided by Boston Public Health Commission. The establishment had violations identified during the 04/19/2023 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.
This inspection was conducted on August 21, 2025.
Local Health Department
The establishment was cited for health code violations during the inspection. See the full article for detailed violation information.
Storing food at incorrect temperatures accelerates spoilage and pathogen growth. Improper equipment can cause physical contamination of food. Inadequate sanitization allows bacteria to survive and multiply on food contact surfaces.
This inspection data is sourced directly from Boston Public Health Commission. For the most current information, please visit the official health department website.
Federal Guidelines: Our reporting follows standards established by the FDA Food Code, CDC Food Safety Guidelines, and USDA Food Safety Standards.
📖 Food Safety Codes: Reference the specific regulations that govern this establishment: Massachusetts Food Code (105 CMR 590), FDA Food Code 2022
⚠️ Important Note: Restaurant conditions can change rapidly. This inspection represents a snapshot in time and may not reflect current conditions. For the most up-to-date information, consider checking recent reviews or contacting the establishment directly.
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