DUNKIN DONUTS
5601 MANATEE AVE W, Bradenton FL 34209 · 407.951.8079
Last inspected Sep 11, 2025 · 6 visits since September 2023
SEP 23
SEP 24
SEP 25
▼ IMPROVING
3 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
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. Emailed hand outs.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $960
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2020015964 | Mar 25, 2020 | May 18, 2020 | $800 |
| 7--2019057963 | Oct 10, 2019 | Dec 12, 2019 | $160 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Sep 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test strips.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open. Operator closed lid.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed exit door from kitchen with a broken self-closer. Maintenance personnel where in the building at the time of the inspection and repaired the self closer on the exit door.
Nov 4, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed coffee stirring spoon in water 125F.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed exterior exit door from kitchen, with broken self closer.
Sep 4, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spic and span cleaner on shelf next to single serve napkins. Employee removed cleaner.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Brian H, Kyle L, Jane H all hired over 4 months ago have no proof of any food handlers training.
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. Observed no signed employee signed health agreements. Operator printed and had employees read and sign health agreements.
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Employee brought sanitizer from another store.
Bathroom facility not clean. Observed dirt women's and men's room with garbage on floors.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed garbage receptacle in women's room without a lid.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 3 employees without hair restraints. Employees put on hats.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed garbage on ground around dumpster.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup-up in walk in cooler.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed coffee stirring spoon in water 125F.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed exterior exit door from kitchen, with broken self closer.
Nov 2, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 5, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled Espresso dispensing machine at front counter. Observed soiled milk dispensing machine at front counter and drive thru area. Observed metal shelves in walk in cooler soiled.
Sep 1, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority7 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Employee failed to dry hands after washing and handled single service cup. Employee discarded cup. Employee washed and dried hands.
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled broom and dust pan then single service cups with out washing hands. Employee discarded cup and washed hands. Employee handled their phone then handled single service cups (approximately 6 cups). Employee discarded cups and washed hands.
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. Emailed hand outs.
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. Emailed hand outs.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 4 employees engaged in food handling with no CFM on site.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at employee hand wash sink near donuts across from hot holding station. Employee put paper towels at sink.
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 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. Emailed handouts.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at employee hand wash sink across from soda refrigerator by cashier station. Employee put container of soap at sink.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed ice build up in walk in freezer on box of ice cream. Employee removed ice build up.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle into ice at front counter ice bin and ice machine in dry storage area. Employee removed handle from ice.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled Espresso dispensing machine at front counter. Observed soiled milk dispensing machine at front counter and drive thru area. Observed metal shelves in walk in cooler soiled.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.