Restaurant Health Violations
In-depth coverage of restaurant health inspections, closures, and food safety incidents from health departments across the United States.
Popular LA Dim Sum Spot Shuttered After Health Inspectors Find Live Rodents in Kitchen
Golden Dragon Palace · Los Angeles, CA
March 15, 2024
Golden Dragon Palace in Los Angeles's Chinatown district was ordered closed after inspectors discovered rodent activity throughout the kitchen and prep areas. The restaurant had previously received a B grade just months before.
Miami Seafood Restaurant Linked to Norovirus Outbreak Affecting 47 Diners
Coastal Breeze Seafood · Miami, FL
July 22, 2024
Florida health authorities traced a norovirus outbreak to Coastal Breeze Seafood in Miami's Brickell neighborhood, with 47 confirmed cases reported over a single weekend. Raw oyster handling procedures were identified as the likely source.
Chicago Breakfast Staple Cited for Severe Sanitation Failures After 18-Month Gap in Inspections
Sunnyside Diner · Chicago, IL
September 5, 2024
Sunnyside Diner on Chicago's North Side racked up 14 critical violations during a surprise inspection, including mold in the ice machine, employees handling food without gloves, and an infestation of drain flies throughout the kitchen.
Phoenix Taqueria Ordered Permanently Closed After Third Critical Inspection Failure in Six Months
Mesa Verde Mexican Grill · Phoenix, AZ
August 14, 2024
Mesa Verde Mexican Grill in Phoenix was ordered permanently closed by Maricopa County health officials after failing three consecutive inspections over six months, with unresolved rodent activity and repeated temperature control violations.
Seattle Bistro's Improperly Stored Fish Triggers Food Safety Alert Across Two Counties
Harbor Lights Bistro · Seattle, WA
May 3, 2024
Harbor Lights Bistro in Seattle was cited for storing halibut and salmon at dangerously high temperatures after a reach-in cooler failure went undetected for more than 12 hours, prompting King County to issue a public advisory.
Manhattan Restaurant Scores 51 Violation Points as Rats Found in Multiple Kitchen Areas
Little Italy Tratttoria · New York, NY
April 8, 2024
Little Italy Trattoria in lower Manhattan was downgraded to a C after inspectors documented live rat sightings in the kitchen and dining area, earning the restaurant 51 violation points — far above the 28-point threshold for a C grade in New York City.