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Iowa restaurants and stores have been cited for numerous food safety violations, including expired food, unclean kitchens, pest droppings, and improper food handling, during recent inspections across the state.
The Natrona County health department conducted unannounced inspections of various food establishments, identifying violations such as lack of certified food protection managers and sanitation issues, with most violations corrected within 10 days and no serious safety concerns reported.
Lancaster County restaurants underwent inspections on Jan. 2, 2025, with most passing but some violations noted, including improper food handling, grease buildup, and sanitation issues, highlighting ongoing food safety concerns.
The Delaware County Health Department conducted food-safety inspections at establishments with liquor licenses, finding violations at 12 out of 13 locations, including issues with cleanliness, food labeling, and temperature control. Violations ranged from spoiled food and improper storage to rodent droppings and unsanitary conditions. Most violations were addressed on the spot, with some requiring follow-up visits. One establishment received a clean bill of health, while other townships in the county conduct inspections independently.
The Delaware County Health Department conducted food safety inspections at various establishments with liquor licenses, finding violations such as improperly labeled cleaning spray, incorrect storage of utensils, disrepair in concession stands, unclean ice makers, lack of proper signage, expired and spoiled food, and more. While most violations were addressed on the spot, some required follow-up visits. Five establishments received clean bills of health. Tinicum Township, which reports inspections through the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, had no inspections listed for the week. It remains unclear if the other six townships in Delaware County provide public access to food-safety inspections.
Kitchen Cops found a variety of issues during restaurant inspections across north Alabama, including food temperature violations, dirty dishes stored with clean ones, damaged cutting boards and containers, and the presence of live baby roaches in one kitchen. The lowest score was a 77 at a McDonald's in Harvest, where food brought out at 6:30 a.m. was still out at 3:20 p.m. The summer crackdown is on.
Shelby County restaurant inspections reveal several violations including improper cold holding temperatures, unlabeled food containers, and dirty equipment. Energy, Antojitos Chino Chapin (Mobile Unit), Yum’s Sandwich Shop, D’bo’s Buffalo Wings #2, and Dixie Queen received the lowest scores. American Deli, Chubbs Chicken & Ribbs, Chuck’s Wagon Food Truck, Crawfish Cabin, Katie’s Kitchen, La Potosina, Momm’s Grilling, and Taqueria Mexico City received the highest scores.