

Cold food was held above 41°F, warm enough for bacteria to grow.

Clean utensils were stored where they could get dirty again.


Staff hygiene fell short: soiled clothing, no hair covering, or unkempt nails.

Clean utensils were stored where they could get dirty again.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.

Food was left exposed to possible contamination during storage, prep, or serving.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.


Live roaches were found on site.

Evidence of rats was found on site.

Gaps, cracks, or clutter make it easy for pests to get in and nest.


Food was left exposed to possible contamination during storage, prep, or serving.

Food surfaces weren't washed and sanitized between uses.

Pesticides were used or stored improperly, or applied by someone unlicensed.


Contaminated food was kept instead of being thrown out.

Food surfaces weren't washed and sanitized between uses.


Food was left exposed to possible contamination during storage, prep, or serving.

Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.


Hot food was held below 140°F, cool enough for bacteria to grow.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.

Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.
Single-use items were reused or left unprotected.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.

Food surfaces weren't washed and sanitized between uses.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.


Clean utensils were stored where they could get dirty again.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.

Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.


Food surfaces weren't washed and sanitized between uses.

Wiping cloths weren't kept clean, dry, or in sanitizer between uses.


Hot food was held below 140°F, cool enough for bacteria to grow.

Clean utensils were stored where they could get dirty again.


Hot food was held below 140°F, cool enough for bacteria to grow.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.


Cold food was held above 41°F, warm enough for bacteria to grow.

Food surfaces weren't washed and sanitized between uses.


No one on shift holds the required food-safety certificate.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.


Food was left exposed to possible contamination during storage, prep, or serving.


Cooked food wasn't cooled down fast enough to be safe.

Food surfaces are too worn or badly built to be properly cleaned.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.

Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.

Evidence of mice was found on site.

Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.

Gaps, cracks, or clutter make it easy for pests to get in and nest.

Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.

Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.

Food surfaces are too worn or badly built to be properly cleaned.


Cold food was held above 41°F, warm enough for bacteria to grow.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.

Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.


Wiping cloths weren't kept clean, dry, or in sanitizer between uses.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.

Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.


No food thermometer available to check cooking and holding temperatures.

Raw or undercooked items were served without the required written warning.


Contaminated food was kept instead of being thrown out.

Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.


Cold food was held above 41°F, warm enough for bacteria to grow.


Food surfaces are too worn or badly built to be properly cleaned.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.
Single-use items were reused or left unprotected.

The required wash-your-hands sign wasn't posted.


Food surfaces weren't washed and sanitized between uses.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.

Frozen food was thawed in an unsafe way.
Ventilation can't keep up with the grease, steam, or smoke.

Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.

Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.


Food was left exposed to possible contamination during storage, prep, or serving.
The restroom was missing basics like toilet paper, a bin, or a self-closing door.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.


Evidence of mice was found on site.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.


Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.


Food was left exposed to possible contamination during storage, prep, or serving.

Dishes and utensils weren't being properly washed and sanitized.


Wiping cloths weren't kept clean, dry, or in sanitizer between uses.

Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.


Food was left exposed to possible contamination during storage, prep, or serving.

Food surfaces weren't washed and sanitized between uses.

A live animal was on site (not a service animal or a fish in a tank).

Food surfaces weren't washed and sanitized between uses.

Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.

Adulterated or mislabeled food was kept or offered for sale.

No pest-control contract or extermination records on file.


Food was left exposed to possible contamination during storage, prep, or serving.

Food surfaces weren't washed and sanitized between uses.


Food was left exposed to possible contamination during storage, prep, or serving.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.


Food was left exposed to possible contamination during storage, prep, or serving.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.


Live roaches were found on site.

Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.

Gaps, cracks, or clutter make it easy for pests to get in and nest.


Evidence of mice was found on site.

Gaps, cracks, or clutter make it easy for pests to get in and nest.


Food was left exposed to possible contamination during storage, prep, or serving.


Food surfaces are too worn or badly built to be properly cleaned.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.

Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.


Hot food was held below 140°F, cool enough for bacteria to grow.

No working thermometer in the fridge or hot-holding unit.


Pesticides were used or stored improperly, or applied by someone unlicensed.

Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.


Food was left exposed to possible contamination during storage, prep, or serving.

Dishes and utensils weren't being properly washed and sanitized.

Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.