Top 10 Dunkin' Donuts Outlets in Newton and Waltham According to Yelp Reviews

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By Barry Thompson and Charlene Arsenault (Patch staff)

For an establishment as omnipresent as Dunkin’ Donuts is in New England, it can be oddly inconsistent. Sometimes Dunkin’s hooks you up with a flawless cup of caffeinated bliss. Other times, you’re left choking down what might as well be lukewarm sugar water with brown food coloring mixed in. It all depends on the location.

We all know that the service can vary, drastically, from location to location, too. It’s either your order to a T with a smile, or you drive away saying, “Yeah, I didn’t order two lukewarm egg sandwiches and a hazelnut. I ordered one large hot coffee with sugar. Thanks for the effort.”

Like most of Massachusetts, Newton and Waltham combined has more Dunkin’ outlets than it can shake a cheddar cheese bagel twist at. Which of the franchises can be trusted, and which should be avoided? Here’s some guidance courtesy of Yelp’s list of top coffee shops in the area:

1. 53 Linden St., Waltham: 4.5 stars
2. 138 Needham St., Newton: 4.5 stars
3. 591 Moody St., Waltham: 4.5 stars
4. 49 River St., Waltham: 4 stars
5. 876a Lexington St., Waltham: 3 stars
6. 38 Langley Road, Newton: 2:5 stars
7. 859 Main St., Waltham: 2.5 stars
8. 345 Washington St., Newton: 2.5 stars
9. 1250 Washingston St., Newton: 2.5 stars
10. 75 3rd Ave., Waltham: 2.5 stars

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