Dunkin Donuts #42

550 S Federal Hwy, Dania Beach, FL 33004

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Aug 25, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records show five inspections at Dunkin Donuts #42 stretching back to 2022. Dunkin Donuts #42 was last inspected on Aug 25, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

Across the inspection history, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Restaurants in Dania Beach average 80, so Dunkin Donuts #42 is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Aug 25, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Aug 22, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Flip top cooler in sandwich line ; cream cheese 45F ( cold holding ) ; butter (46F - Cold Holding). Foods pulled from walk in cooler less than 4 hours ago. Observed foods on top bacon container in unit. Operator rearranged containers and placed foods on ice to quick chill. Foods not prepared or portioned today. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/

53A-05-6

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

53B-14-5

Basic - Employee beverage containers and food on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils at front counter. Operator moved drinks and food and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Sep 18, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In fliptop unit, FLIPTOP UPPER - sliced cheddar cheese (51F - Cold Holding); sliced swiss cheese (52F); cream cheese (54F - Cold Holding); butter (58F - Cold Holding) LOWER - cooked eggs (47F - Cold Holding); cooked sausage (46F - Cold Holding); individual cream cheeses (51-52F). Per manager cooler restocked at 2:00pm. Items not prepared or portioned today. All items removed back to walk in cooler to rechill. Do not use unit until temperature can be maintained at 41F or below. **Warning**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At sink by drive through. Manager replaced. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31B-02-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on containers in walk in cooler. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

16-46-4

Jun 22, 2023

Complaint Full

1 minor violation.

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Aug 24, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At fliptop unit sliced cheese (56F - Cold Holding). Stack of cheese held on top of closed container out of cold air. Per manager cheese prepared approximately 2 hrs. Employee moved cheese to walk in cooler to rechill. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Area around milk dispenser nozzles has dried milk splashes. Employee cleaned area. **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**

22-20-5

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dunkin Donuts #42 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dunkin Donuts #42 on file is from Aug 25, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dunkin Donuts #42?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Dunkin Donuts #42.

How does Dunkin Donuts #42 compare to other restaurants in Dania Beach?

Dunkin Donuts #42 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Dania Beach average of 80.

Has Dunkin Donuts #42's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dunkin Donuts #42 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Dunkin Donuts #42 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Dunkin Donuts #42 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Dunkin Donuts #42 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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