Duck Donuts

Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Duck Donuts five times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Jan 21, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around one violation to closer to four violations. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 21, 2026

Food Service Establishment Inspection

4 minor violations.

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Food properly labeled; original container, required records available

Inspector notes: multiple large containers of various drystock materials are not labeled.

Wiping cloths; properly used and stored

Inspector notes: wet wiping cloths stored outside of sanitizer bucket on prep counters.

In-use utensil; properly stored

Inspector notes: multiple containers of drystock foods are stored with the scoop inside the bin with the handle touching the product.

Nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: build up of food particles and discarded pan lids in bottom of sandwich cooler.

Dec 12, 2025

Food Service Establishment Inspection

2 minor violations.

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In-use utensil; properly stored

Inspector notes: Ice cream scoops are in a water warmer that was not turned on. Please ensure that the warmer is on so that the water temperature is safe for holding in-use utensils.

Nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Ice build up is present in the ice cream freezer. Please remove the ice so that the freezer continues to function properly.

Dec 5, 2025

Food Service Establishment Inspection

No violations found.

100

Aug 12, 2024

Food Service Establishment Inspection

1 minor violation.

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Single-use/single-service articles; properly stored, used

Inspector notes: Box of single-use cups stored on floor. Must be at least 6-inches off of floor.

Jan 22, 2024

Food Service Establishment Inspection

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Duck Donuts last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Duck Donuts on file is from Jan 21, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

Has Duck Donuts' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Duck Donuts have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Duck 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 Duck Donuts inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Duck Donuts is inspected around three times per year on average.

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