MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) – Whenever you go out to eat, knowing which kitchen is clean and what food is safe can mean the difference between a second helping or sending something back.
These scores are meant to help inform Memphis and Shelby County residents about what places pass and which ones need to clean up.
The Tennessee Department of Health posts scores regularly and updates them frequently. Click the link to learn more.
Top ScoresAloft Memphis Downtown – WXYZ Bar (downstairs) | 63 N. B.B. King Blvd. Memphis, TN 38103Chickasaw County Club – Indoor/Outdoor Tennis Courts | 3395 Galloway Ave Memphis, TN 38122El Mero Taco Food Truck (Mobile Unit) | 489 Leonora Dr. Memphis, TN 38117MHG Coffee Shop | 7691 Poplar Ave. Memphis, TN 38138Moondance (Bar) | 1730 S. Germantown Rd. Suite 117 Germantown, TN 38138Ronnie Grisanti (Bar) | 6150 Poplar Ave #122 Memphis, TN 38119Sabor Zuliano LLC (Mobile Unit) | 5962 Stafford Dr. Southaven, MS 38671Smoothies and Fitness | 6063 Mt. Moriah Rd. Suite 7 Memphis, TN 38115Vet’s Kitchen the Food Plug (Mobile Unit) | 699 Bethel Ave. Memphis, TN 38107Low Scores
Tavern 018 – 86 | 8130 Macon Station Dr. Suite 106 Cordova, TN 38018
Black buildup present inside ice machineDeep grooves observed on all cutting boardsMissing thermometer observed in freezerUnlabeled items inside the Atlas coolerUncovered food items observed inside M3 freezerWiping cloth stored on cutting boardIce scoop stored on top of coolerPots stored on floor under dishwasherUncovered single-use forks stored under seasonPlease provide quat test strips for 3 compartment sinkDumpster lids left open
Taco Prime Cordova – 86 | 180 S. Germantown Pkwy. Cordova, TN 38018
Raw eggs observed stored over ready to eat foodsRaw seafood stored over milkRaw meat stored next to bucket of salsaChicken and beef observed reading above 41 °FMarinated chicken observed under the grill was reading at 50 °FCooler under the grill observed reading at 46 °FSauce bottles observed unlabeled at grill stationWiping cloth observed being stored in toppings coolerMissing test strips observed at 3 compartment sink
Crazy Gander – 84 | 150 Madison Ave. Memphis, TN 38103
Hand sink in the back area does not have soap, paper towels or running waterNo employee handwashing signs present at sink in the restroom or back areaBreakfast sandwiches inside the reach-in cooler were not reading 41 °FSandwiches were discardedBreakfast sandwiches were not date markedChemical bottle did not have a label on itHanging thermometers were missing from coolersNo test strips present for three compartment sinkDrain at the hand sink in restroom has pink buildup presentDebris present on ground around the dumpsterPermit is expired
China Spring – 83 | 1204 N. Houston Levee Suite 101 Cordova, TN 38018
Raw chicken stored over eggsRaw chicken stored next to raw shrimp in walk in coolerSeveral foot items on prep cooler reading above 41 °FM3 prep cooler observed reading 52 °FNo thermometer inside walk in coolerSeveral items inside the walk-in cooler were unlabeledFlies observed in the kitchen due to back door being left openWiping cloth observed stored on counters and grillDumpster lids and doors left open
L.D.’s Lounge and Restaurant – 82 | 1422 N. Thomas St. Memphis, TN 38107
Prep table cutting boards observed to be worn and has deep grooves as well as stains on themNeeds to be discarded and replacedSliding door cooler reading 61 °FSmoked sausages observed reading 63 °F, sliced cheese reading 59 °FAll temperature control for safety foods were discardedObserved no thermometers inside freezersUnlabeled food containers observedTo-go containers and plates were not properly invertedExterior of kitchen equipment has buildup presentObserved stained wallsObserved stained ceiling tilesObserved buildup present on ventahood
Little Petals – 79 | 149 Madison Ave. Memphis, TN 38103
Eggs were cracked and whisked two hours ago and were sitting out and reading 71 °FSoda fountain nozzles had buildup presentImproper cooling of chicken wings observed: chicken wings were placed in a plastic container on the shelf with a temperature of 96 °F after being cooked 30 minutes agoImproper cooling of chicken was observed in the long low cooler. Temperature was reading at 87 °F after chicken had been cooked an hour ago. Chicken was also in a bus tub in plastic wrapThermometers missing in some coolersEmployees observed not wearing hair restraintsMetal bowl used as a scoop in potato starchPlastic container is used as scoop in salt containerIce buildup present in reach-in freezer and Chinen freezerBoxes and other trash present on the ground outside dumpster
Memphis Chess Club – 78 | Memphis Chess Club
Employee observed making a drink without first washing hands and while preparing the drink, using their phone.Employee observed preparing salad without glovesCoffee grounds present in the hand washing sink and drain boards with coffee equipment at hand sinkUtensils were being washed in the hand sinkMust be only for handwashingTurkey breast in plastic observed thawing in the hand sinkEquipment for cutting potatoes is not cleanChemical bottle unlabeled in the kitchen areaHanging thermometers are missing from coolersIn-use knife observed touching an employee phoneBoxes of single-use items are stored on the floorDrain plug is missing from dumpster and all dumpster lids were openEmployee purse observed on top of tomato sauce cans
El Pollo Latino, LLC – 76 | 3698 Summer Ave. Memphis, TN 38122
Multiple priority violations observed regarding cold holding, food contact surface sanitation, and proper storage of raw animal productsRaw chicken and hamburger meat stored above veggies in the prep coolerRaw hamburger meat and raw chicken stored in the same containerRaw eggs stored above milk, cheese and juicesPink buildup present inside the ice machineAll temperature control for food safety foods observed to be above 41 °FAll coolers observed inside the restaurant were reading between 47-63 °FDo not use until repaired. All coolers must be repaired within 24 hoursNo internal thermometers in both freezer or the prep coolerObserved liquid spilled inside the freezerObserved temperature inside the kitchen to be reading 113 °FNeeds to provide adequate air conditioning within 24 hours
Inspector’s Note: All temperature controlled for safety foods in each cooler was discarded. All coolers and the air conditioning must be repaired within 24 hours.
Poke World – 69 | 2105 Union Ave. Suite 101 Memphis, TN 38104
Multiple priority violations present during inspectionTwo packs of crawfish observed in the hand sinkRaw chicken observed next to boiled eggs and above bean sproutsTuna observed next to fruit inside the walk-in cooler. Tuna was also stored above eggsOrange residue observed on ice machine guardRaw tuna and bean sprouts reading above 41 °FNo date marking observed on multiple food containersTwo packs of crawfish observed thawing in sink instead of running waterUnlabeled food inside cooler, unlabeled seasonings and squeeze bottles observed on prep counterSticky fly traps hanging from ceiling in the food prep areaIce scoop improperly storedCases of single service items observed stored on the floor in the hallway next to restroomNo chemical test strips availableSliding door observed open on dumpsterFood debris buildup observed on floors inside walk in coolerCurrent permit is expiredMost recent inspect isn’t postedNo “no smoking” sign present
Inspector’s Note: PIC emailed date marking sheet, food storage safety and demonstration of knowledge.
Jackson Corned Beef – 57 | 845 Jackson Ave. Memphis, TN 38107
Note: follow-up inspection performed on July 24Violation not corrected: multiple priority violations in regards to food safetyViolation not corrected: no employee health policy postedViolation not corrected: molded food inside of refrigerator (tomatoes, potatoes, corn)Violation not corrected: observed live German cockroach inside container of butterViolation not corrected: raw eggs stored on top of ready-to-eat foodsViolation not corrected: ready-to-eat foods stored next to food with mold on themViolation not corrected: 3 compartment sink not being used to wash dishes due to a leak. All dishes are being washed in stationary water tubs without running waterViolation not corrected: Raw eggs stored in the refrigerator reading 81 °FViolation not corrected: sliced tomatoes from the day before were not properly date markedRefrigerator is reading 65 °FUnlabeled food containers presentExcessive flies and cobwebs present inside the kitchenClean dishes not properly invertedInterior of refrigerator has buildup present and liquid at the bottomExterior of all kitchen equipment has buildup present. Water is leaking from the 3 compartment sinkViolation corrected: observed the men’s toilet in the restroom not flushingNo paper towels present in either restroomViolation corrected: women’s toilet seat is crackedA dozen beer cans observed on the ground near the trash canViolation being corrected: missing ceiling tiles in the kitchenViolation being corrected: floor tiles were observed damagedInadequate lighting in the back near the 3 compartment sinkCurrent permit is expired and must be paid by end of the monthNo “no smoking” sign posted
Inspector’s note: The establishment must remain closed. Progress has been made as both bathrooms are repaired and operational, new ceiling tiles are waiting to be installed, pest control is scheduled to come the following day, the floor near the 3 compartment sink is being repaired, a new faucet for the 3 compartment sink is set to be delivered on Monday, there is no molded food present, and the employee health policy is present.
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