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A98.5

DUNKIN' DONUTS/BASKIN ROBBINS 341313

10310 WILMINGTON ST, Huntersville, NC 28078
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 20600110118
Latest gradeA (98.5)
Last inspectedJul 23, 2026
Inspections on record11
On record sinceJun 4, 2021

Score history

7085100 Jun 4, 2021: 96.5Oct 11, 2021: 96Mar 16, 2022: 97Dec 12, 2022: 98.5Jun 7, 2023: 98.5Oct 23, 2023: 99Feb 22, 2024: 99Oct 24, 2024: 98.5Apr 17, 2025: 98Nov 19, 2025: 97.5Jul 23, 2026: 98.5
Jun 4, 2021Higher is betterJul 23, 2026

Inspections & violations

Jul 23, 2026 A 98.5 · 4 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed pitcher of water containing donut labels being stored in hand sink basin near ice cream area. CDI: PIC removed pitcher from hand sink and EHS discussed hand sink limitations. REPEAT. 6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each hand sink. -Pf Observed no paper towels available for hand sink near ice cream area. CDI: PIC stocked paper towels at this hand sink.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Corrected during inspection
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed a couple boxes of food products stored on floor in WIF. CDI: PIC moved items off of floor to a shelf.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −0.5
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed sanitizer bucket containing wiping cloth with less than 100 ppm quaternary ammonia sanitizer concentration. CDI: PIC instructed employee to change out sanitizer buckets. Sanitizer buckets now measures 300 ppm.
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean
4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Observed food debris and build up inside multiple CH units and under prep tables. Observed ice build up on the inside of the WIF door. Clean more frequently.

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Nov 19, 2025 A 97.5 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: EHS provided updated V&D handout.
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed −2
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 (A) Wash hands after touching bare human body parts other than clean hands and clean, exposed portions of arms.- P. Observed food employee fail to wash hands after fixing hair on front line. CDI- PIC had food employee properly wash hands. 2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P. Observed food employee pick up food off floor, changed tasks to handling clean equipment without washing first. CDI- PIC had food employee stop task and properly wash hands.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed handsink between ice machine and 2D standing RIC being used to dump liquids. Ensure handsinks are only being used for handwashing. CDI- EHS discussed with PIC, PIC cleaned and sanitized sink basin.
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.12 (F) Containers of water used for storing in-use utensils must be maintained at a temperature of at least 135 F and cleaned at least every 24 hours or when container has accumulated soil or residue. Observed mini spatulas used for butters and creams being stored in container of water temping at 72F. EHS informed PIC that when items are held in water the temperature must be at least 135F. CDI- PIC removed spatulas to be w/r/s, replaced utensils.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
Repeat violation
5-501.110 Keep waste stored in receptacles so waste is inaccessible to insects and rodents. Observed establishment’s waste stored on floor around receptacles. Increase cleaning frequency. 5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed sliding doors of both receptacles maintained open. *REPEAT*

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Apr 17, 2025 A 98 · 5 violations
#13 · Food in good condition, safe & unadulterated −1
Corrected during inspection
3-202.15 Food packaging must be in good condition, intact and protect the food inside. Pf Observed container of cream cheese, stored in reach in cooler, that was cracked and with plastic container compromised. Pieces of plastic were found in cream cheese. CDI - Container was discarded. PIC has been advised to assess condition of all foods and food packaging upon delivery. -1 point-
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed crates of whole milk stored on floor of walk in cooler. -1 point-
#40 · Personal cleanliness
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed employee preparing food without wearing a hair restraint. -0 points-
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
4-903.11(C ) Single Service and Single Use items shall be kept in the original protective package or stored using other means that protect the item until used. Observed single use coffee filters stored without covering or wrapping. -0 points-
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed sliding doors open on dumpster. Ensure sliding doors are closed when not in use to prevent insect or rodent infestation. -0 points-

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Oct 24, 2024 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf. Observed two whole mils from previous day in RI without dates. CDI. PIC date marked. For more information, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed plastic containers wet stacked on drying racks above three compartment sink.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Observed trash under prep lines. Needs to be cleaned.

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Feb 22, 2024 A 99 · 2 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no paper towels at BR hand sink. CDI: PIC provided paper towels.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed torn gasket on beverage reach-in cooler next to ovens.

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Oct 23, 2023 A 99 · 1 violation
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf Observed no hand soap at BR hand sink. CDI: PIC provided soap.

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Jun 7, 2023 A 98.5 · 4 violations
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-207.11 (B) Store labeled, employee medications to prevent contamination of food, equipment, and other food service related items. -P Observed container of Pepto Bismol stored on prep table in rear of establishment. PIC stated that medication was for someone who worked day prior. PIC has been advised to refer to employee health policy and to exclude all employees from working in establishment until they are 24 hours symptom free. CDI - PIC discarded item. -1 point-
#40 · Personal cleanliness
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed employee preparing food without wearing a hair restraint. -0 points-
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled −0.5
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed plastic containers wet stacked on drying racks above three compartment sink. -0.5 points-
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
4-903.11(C ) Single Service and Single Use items shall be kept in the original protective package or stored using other means that protect the item until used. Observed coffee filters stored on top of coffee machines without coverings or packaging. -0 points-

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Dec 12, 2022 A 98.5 · 4 violations
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ . Observed american cheese at 50 F, white cheese at 53 F, sausage at 44, and cheese at 44 F in prep cooler. CDI - Cheeses at 50 F and 53F were sitting on top of lid in flip top and were voluntarily discarded. All other food was voluntarily discarded and PIC has put cooler temporarily out of use.
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Corrected during inspection
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf. Observed cup labeled sanitizer for spoons was just hot water. PIC stated they usually use just hot water instead of sanitizer. CDI - Cups labeled water.
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.12 (B) In-use utensils for food that is not TCS must be stored with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed. Observed scoop handle in ice machine in contact with ice. CDI - Scoop was adjusted.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
Corrected during inspection
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed employee phone and drink on prep table and hat hanging from rack with single service items. CDI - The employee items were removed and relocated.

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Mar 16, 2022 A 97 · 5 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed interior panel of the ice machine accumulating pink residue. Clean and maintain.
#37 · Food properly labeled: original container
Corrected during inspection
3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts, flour, sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. Observed a spray bottle with water unlabeled.
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used −0.5
4-903.11(C ) Single Service and Single Use items shall be kept in the original protective package or stored using other means that protect the item until used. Observed coffee filter unprotected. Keep in original packaging until ready for use.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-101.11 Food contact surfaces shall be made of safe materials. No odor, color or taste can migrate during multi-use. Materials shall be smooth, cleanable, durable and nonabsorbent. Observed a torn gaskets on the under counter reach in cooler (back counter). Replace 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed condenser in the walk in freezer with ice build up. Repair.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
Follow-up verification required
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf Observed test strips at the facility are either water damaged and expired. Obtain new quat test kit. Verification visit required within 10 days to ensure compliance.

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Oct 11, 2021 A 96 · 8 violations
#3 · Management, food & conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities & reporting
2-103.11(O) Ensure food employees are informed of their responsibility to report required symptoms, illnesses and exposure.-PF For more information on employee health policy please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety
#5 · Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events
2-501.11 A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. -Pf For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety Provided PIC with handouts and poster.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no paper towels at the front handsink. CDI - PIC provided paper towels.
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-206.11 Restricted Use Pesticides, Criteria Observed 2 cans of Hot Shot over the 3 compartment sink. CDI - PIC removed the chemicals and also stated that if they are having issues with flies to contact their pest control company.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. Observed sanitizer at 0 ppm of quat. CDI - food handler remade the sanitizer.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-101.11 Food contact surfaces shall be made of safe materials. No odor, color or taste can migrate during multi-use. Materials shall be smooth, cleanable, durable and nonabsorbent. Observed a torn gaskets on the sandwich prep cooler.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices −1
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed the can wash slow to drain causing the water to pool in the sink. Repair.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed personal cell phone of the back prep table next to ovens.

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Jun 4, 2021 A 96.5 · 6 violations
#6 · Hands clean and properly washed −2
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 Wash hands after handling soiled equipment or utensils and before food preparation, handling clean equipment and utensils and unwrapped single-use/single-service articles. -P Observed food employee drop a food wrapper on the floor, pick it up, put a bagel in it and was going to serve it. CDI-EHS intervened, made them voluntarily discard food, and wash hands. EHS explained once it's on the floor it needs to be discarded and no longer used for food service. PIC said this is employees first job.
#35 · Food properly labeled: original container
3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. Observed 3 containers of bagel toppings with no labels.
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display −1
Corrected during inspection
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed bread, bagels, crossiants stored next to the handsink, on a cooling cart, within inches of the sink. This is within splash area and needs to be protected from contamination. CDI-PIC moved bread to the dry goods area.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Ice machine leaks onto the floor when it drains, need to adjust drain to allow water to flow down drain properly.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean −0.5
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. Observed food debris in prep units, splash guards on milk dispensers, on fronts of prep units, handles were greasy. Kitchen area needs to be cleaned.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean
6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. Observed low grout throughout kitchen, tiles missing on the wall, all items from the transitional permit. They are in the process of fixing.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “DUNKIN' DONUTS/BASKIN ROBBINS 341313” or State ID 20600110118). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.