Dunkin Donuts
Last inspected: Jul 10, 2025
90
Score
Across the available record, Dunkin Donuts has five inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent visit was on Jul 10, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about six violations before that.
The pattern that stands out is “no paper towels”, which has been cited four times.
Restaurants in St. Petersburg average 77, so Dunkin Donuts is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Right side hand wash sink front - employee added **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
90
Oct 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. -Splitter add to mop sink hose bib. Vacuum breaker missing on left side of hose bib. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-02: **Time Extended**
29-34-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Employee water bottle stored on dry storage rack above coffee traveler boxes and next to single service straws. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-02: **Time Extended**
40-06-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Baxter oven interior soiled with food debris. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-02: **Time Extended**
22-08-4
78
Jul 30, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. -Splitter add to mop sink hose bib. Vacuum breaker missing on left side of hose bib.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Handwashing sink in front counter area not accessible due to donut hole rack placed in front of it. Employee moved rack over to allow access. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -At hand sink across from three compartment sink. Employee stocked paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. -No proof of employee training provided at the time of routine inspection.
53B-01-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Unlabeled container of a white powdered substance under prep table next to Baxter oven.
02D-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Employee water bottle stored on dry storage rack above coffee traveler boxes and next to single service straws.
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -Clean containers wet nesting on clean dish rack across from three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Baxter oven interior soiled with food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. -Employee hung mop up to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
50
Nov 13, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand sink near front counter doughnut display case. Employee stocked dispenser with paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Soap dispenser near front counter doughnut display case not dispensing soap. Employee put a container containing soap at hand sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-06-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Container cracked stored on dish rack near prep area and three compartment sink. Manager discarded container. **Corrected On-Site**
14-38-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers wet nesting on dish rack near prep area and three compartment sink.
24-08-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table near oven. Employee moved drink to designated area. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Scoop handle touching ice in ice bin near front counter area. Employee moved scoop to designated area of ice bin. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Manager closed lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Powdered white substance in container under prep table near oven not labeled. Manager labeled container. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
61
Mar 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Top portion of reach-in cooler at sandwich make line: sausage patty 46 degrees F. Discussed with operator to cut portions
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink in back prep area and by ice machine
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Inside of ice machine
22-31-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottle on donut prep table.
12B-07-4
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dunkin Donuts last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dunkin Donuts on file is from Jul 10, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dunkin Donuts?
Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Dunkin Donuts.
How does Dunkin Donuts compare to other restaurants in St. Petersburg?
Dunkin Donuts most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the St. Petersburg average of 77.
Has Dunkin Donuts' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Dunkin Donuts have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Dunkin Donuts 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 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Dunkin Donuts is inspected around two times per year on average.
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