Dunkin Donuts

5297 S Semoran Blvd, Orlando, FL 32822
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Dec 3, 2025
30
Score
High Risk

Inspectors have visited Dunkin Donuts four times, with records going back to 2022. Dunkin Donuts was last inspected on Dec 3, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 16 violations each, up from closer to 12 violations before.

“No paper towels” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

By comparison, the average Orlando facility scores 79, putting Dunkin Donuts on the weaker side. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

4
Inspections
2
Critical latest
4
Major latest
10
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 3, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 0ppm Recheck 200ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
High Priority - Hose attached to faucet at three-compartment/food preparation/handwash sink eliminating required air gap. Mop sink hose stored in bottom of mop sin Operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
29-45-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By office Operator stocked **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Operator filled out form and had 2 employees working fill out. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Last hired employee
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Ice machine filter 9-9-24.
29-28-4
Basic - Bathroom facility not clean. Mirror in ladies room dusty Toilet needs cleaning in ladies room
32-07-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both restrooms
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Peeling in storage room
36-32-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. By prep area
36-03-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. April 1, 2025 available. Operator printed during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee wearing bracelets preparing food Operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
13-07-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Around walk in freezer door
14-69-4
Basic - Light not functioning. In one stall in ladies restroom
36-62-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Coffee filters on top of brew machine. Operator put in container **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-06-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. In mop bucket Operator removed and hung. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
30
Jan 16, 2025
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Hose attached to faucet at three-compartment/food preparation/handwash sink eliminating required air gap. Mop sink hose stored in bottom of mop sink Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
29-45-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker installed above splitter - explained to operator how to reinstall in correct place **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. WD40 stored on dish rack above three compartment sink **Repeat Violation**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. round eggs (124F - Hot Holding) 30 minutes per operator Operator reheated, recheck 187F **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves.
13-06-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink in drive through had sanitizer bucket in it Handwashing sink in kitchen had filter screens in it Operator removed both **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee observed rinsing sanitizer rag in handwashing sink
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwashing sink in kitchen Operator stocked **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee coffee sitting on counter above make table
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Charm bracelet Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee with no hair restraint in drive through and food prep Operator provided and had employee put on hat **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in freezer
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Handwashing sinks in kitchen and drive through
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Coldwell holding unit with excess food debris
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Coffee filters stored above coffee machine unprotected Operator put in container with lid **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket stored not inverted Operator inverted **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
25
Jan 9, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bottle of bleach and all purpose cleaner on counter by coffee machine and coffee station. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Worked dt register with gloves. Took gloves off and put new gloves on to make food without washing hands. Explained procedure to employee. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-07-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Dt Prep area By office **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Cups on front counter in holders not protected from customers. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. By back door. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
47
Sep 7, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. heavy cream (47F - Cold Holding) Advised operator to open the freezer door and uncover product to bring temperature down to 41F.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker wrong spot at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Cookline reach in **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Garbage not placed in a receptacle for storage until pick up to make the garbage inaccessible to insects and rodents.
33-09-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Butter box on the floor in walking cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket in front cashier area reach in cooler.
14-11-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers in dishwasher area.
24-08-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed soda bottle next to sanitizer bucket prep/cook line area. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Front cashier area drain pipe.
29-18-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dunkin Donuts last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dunkin Donuts on file is from Dec 3, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dunkin Donuts?

Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Dunkin Donuts.

How does Dunkin Donuts compare to other restaurants in Orlando?

Dunkin Donuts most recently scored 30 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.

Has Dunkin Donuts' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Dunkin Donuts have averaged around 16 violations per visit, up from roughly 12 earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Dunkin Donuts means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Dunkin Donuts inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Dunkin Donuts is inspected roughly once per year on average.