How many health inspections has DUNKIN DONUTS had?

DUNKIN DONUTS has had 14 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has DUNKIN DONUTS ever been shut down?

No, DUNKIN DONUTS has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at DUNKIN DONUTS?

The most frequently cited violations at DUNKIN DONUTS are: Clean multi-use utensils, Outer openings protected, Food contact surfaces.

What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Improperly cleaned food contact surfaces are a primary vehicle for bacterial transfer. Cutting boards can harbor 200x more fecal bacteria than a toilet seat. Biofilms form on surfaces within 24 hours, protecting Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli from routine cleaning. One contaminated surface can transfer pathogens to dozens of food items throughout the day. Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: after each use, between different food types (especially raw meat to ready-to-eat), every 4 hours during continuous use, and when contaminated. Use proper sanitizer concentration: chlorine 50-100 ppm, quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Air dry — do not towel dry. Test sanitizer concentration every 2 hours.

What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?

CHEMICAL POISONING: Improperly stored chemicals near food can cause acute poisoning through contamination, mislabeling, or accidental use. Sanitizer concentrate causes chemical burns to mouth and esophagus. Pesticides cause neurological damage. Degreaser ingestion requires emergency treatment. Cross-contamination from chemical storage areas can affect all food in facility. Store ALL chemicals: below food and food contact surfaces, in original labeled containers, separated from food storage areas, in designated chemical storage area. Never store chemicals in food containers. Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemicals. Train employees on proper chemical handling, storage, and emergency procedures.

DUNKIN DONUTS

825 27TH AVENUE, Vero Beach, FL 32968

Indian River County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: INDIAN RIVER DONUTS OSLO, LLC. · License: SEA4105332

DUNKIN DONUTS in Vero Beach, FL has 14 inspections on record with 76 total violations (5.4 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

14Inspections

76Violations

0Closures

Data current as of May 7, 2025

Inspection History (14)

May 7, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Mar 21, 2024 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V11 Food in good condition

V21 Time as control

Aug 4, 2022 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Jan 26, 2022 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Dec 15, 2021 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 8, 2021 — Complaint Full· 9 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 12, 2021 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 24, 2020 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Sep 24, 2019 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 22, 2019 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 9, 2018 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Sep 10, 2018 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 23, 2017 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Dec 21, 2016 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

How Does This Facility Compare?

DUNKIN DONUTS has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Indian River County average of 0.10 closures per facility. It has averaged 5.4 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.97.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has DUNKIN DONUTS had?: DUNKIN DONUTS has had 14 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has DUNKIN DONUTS ever been shut down?: No, DUNKIN DONUTS has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at DUNKIN DONUTS?: The most frequently cited violations at DUNKIN DONUTS are: Clean multi-use utensils, Outer openings protected, Food contact surfaces.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

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