DUNKIN DONUTS 340986
300 WASHINGTON BLVD N, Sarasota FL 34236
Last inspected Feb 6, 2024 · 5 visits since August 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
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3 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 30 rodent droppings on the floor under the equipment in the front counter area. Observed approximately 10 rodent droppings on the floor under the dry storage shelves in the dry storage area. Observed approximately 10 rodent droppings on the floor under the ice machine.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023069049 | Dec 4, 2023 | Jan 16, 2024 | $800 |
| 7--2023046596 | Aug 16, 2023 | Sep 7, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Feb 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Owner printed the procedure before the end of the inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink next to the three compartment sink. Manager placed paper towels at the hand washing sink.
Dec 5, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 4, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 5 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 30 rodent droppings on the floor under the equipment in the front counter area. Observed approximately 10 rodent droppings on the floor under the dry storage shelves in the dry storage area. Observed approximately 10 rodent droppings on the floor under the ice machine.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing cleaning fluid stored next to food on a shelf in the dry storage area. Employee removed the bottle.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phones stored on preparation areas in the front counter area. Employee removed the phones.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled under all equipment in the front counter area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Stirring spoons stored in standing water in the front counter area. Employee removed the spoons to be sanitized.
Aug 17, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 16, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 14 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee use their phone and then touch clean equipment without washing their hands. Observed employee moving a trash can and then touch clean utensils without washing hands. Instructed the employees that they needed to wash their hands. Employees washed hands and changed gloves.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 10 rodent droppings next and under the hand washing sink in the front counter area. Observed approximately 40 rodent droppings under the preparation tables in the serving/ front counter area. Observed approximately 30 rodent droppings under the single service storage racks in the dry storage area. Observed approximately 20 rodent droppings under the chemical storage rack in the dry storage area.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a spray bottle containing cleaning fluid stored next to the syrup pumps on the front counter. Employee removed spray bottle. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker attached to the splitter at the mop sink.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Person in charge had no knowledge of the BIG 6 Foodborne illness and they were not posted anywhere. Emailed the PIC a copy of the BIG 6 sheet.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed no vomit clean up plan. Emailed PIC a copy of the plan.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris build up on the nozzles of the milk, sugar, and espresso machines on the front counter area.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed trash stored in hand wash sink next the the ice machine. Employee removed trash from hand wash sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine with pink mold like build up.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phones and chargers stored on the front counter next to food service items and the hand wash sink. Observed employee shoes stored with drinks in the back dry storage shelf. Observed employee bag stored on the food prep table. Employees removed the items listed above.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled and food build up under all equipment in the front counter area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop with a handle not stored above food in the sugar under the back prep table. Operator removed scoop.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris build up on the exterior of the milk, sugar, and espresso machines on the front counter area. Observed dirt and slime build up on the exterior of the ice bin in the front counter area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed build up of food residue in the bottom of the standing reach in cooler in the back storage area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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