New York City, NY - A health department inspection at Dunkin on 08/11/2025 revealed multiple health code violations.
The establishment operates from 882 Lexington Avenue Manhattan Ny in Lenox Hill, a busy area of New York City known for its dining scene.
Health department documentation states: "10f. Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and." Such infractions require correction to meet regulatory standards.
Health department officials noted violations related to sanitation, which require attention for public health compliance.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper sanitation protocols. The FDA Sanitation Standards clearly states that The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations.
These types of violations require attention to maintain compliance standards for the establishment and its customers. Health officials note that addressing such conditions helps maintain public confidence in food service establishments.
Regulatory authorities have scheduled an extensive follow-up review to confirm that every infraction has been adequately corrected. Management are required to show complete correction before these violations will be deemed closed.
This inspection emphasizes the fundamental necessity of strict regulatory adherence in dining establishments. Area customers have the right to access compliance documentation when selecting food service establishments.
| BORO | Queens |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection |
| Community Board | 407 |
| Census Tract | 094500 |
| BUILDING | 13705 |
| PHONE | 2037314439 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| STREET | 20TH AVE |
| NTA | QN49 |
| Longitude | -73.830742604991 |
| ZIPCODE | 11356 |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| BIN | 4462123 |
| BBL | 4041430030 |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Donuts |
| DBA | DUNKIN |
| Council District | 19 |
| Latitude | 40.781664120407 |
| GRADE | A |
| INSPECTION DATE | 06/25/2025 |
| CAMIS | 50057296 |
| GRADE DATE | 06/25/2025 |
| SCORE | 12 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 06C; 19-10; 04H |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 06C: Food; supplies; or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage; preparation; transportation; display; service or from customer’s refillable; reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor. || 19-10: Failure to display required signage about plastic straw availability || 04H: Raw; cooked or prepared food is adulterated; contaminated; cross-contaminated; or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan. |
This inspection was conducted on August 11, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: 06C: Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor. | 19-10: Failure to display required signage about plastic straw availability | 04H: Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan..
Health code violations can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Common concerns include improper food temperatures (which can allow bacteria growth), inadequate handwashing facilities (which can spread germs), pest activity (which can contaminate food), and cross-contamination risks. These violations are monitored by health departments to ensure public safety and prevent foodborne illness outbreaks.
All inspection data for this report is sourced directly from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene . View the original data source .
Food safety standards referenced in this report are based on:
Important Note: This article is based on official inspection reports at the time of inspection. Current conditions may differ. Always check the most recent inspection results before dining. Establishments have the opportunity to correct violations and request re-inspection.
