Health Inspection Report
DUNKIN in New York, NY Failed Its Health Inspection on 01/17/25
New York, NY
Published: August 21, 2025
New York, NY - Health department officials identified compliance issues at DUNKIN in an inspection dated 01/17/2025.
Located at 325 WYCKOFF AVENUE in the Bushwick area, the establishment serves the local community. The Bushwick neighborhood maintains numerous food service establishments that undergo regular health monitoring.
The inspection identified 2 distinct violations requiring correction. Each violation has established correction procedures that must be followed to achieve compliance.
The first violation concerned hand hygiene and handwashing facilities. Inspectors documented: Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.. According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. Cross-contamination from raw foods to ready-to-eat items often occurs through unwashed hands.
The second violation concerned pest management. Inspectors documented: Food, prohibited, from unapproved or unknown source, home canned or home prepared. Animal slaughtered, butchered or dressed (eviscerated, skinned) in establishment. Reduced Oxygen Packaged (ROP) fish not frozen before processing. ROP food prepared on premises transported to another site.. 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. Rodents can transmit Salmonella, Hantavirus, and other serious pathogens through their droppings and urine.
Establishments receiving violations must submit correction plans and may face additional inspections. Failure to address violations can result in fines, permit suspension, or closure.
This inspection data is provided by NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. The establishment had violations identified during the 01/17/2025 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the New York City Health Code. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was this inspection conducted?
This inspection was conducted on August 21, 2025.
Who conducted this inspection?
NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
What violations were found during this inspection?
The establishment was cited for health code violations during the inspection. See the full article for detailed violation information.
Why are these violations concerning?
Cross-contamination from raw foods to ready-to-eat items often occurs through unwashed hands. Rodents can transmit Salmonella, Hantavirus, and other serious pathogens through their droppings and urine.