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 and sending something back.
These scores are meant to help inform Memphis and Shelby County residents about which 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 Scores
Say Cheese (Mobile Unit) | 8100 Macon Rd. Cordova, TN 38018Rock N Roll Sushi (Bar) | 9155 Poplar Ave. Germantown, TN 38138Bari Bar | 524 S Cooper Memphis, TN 38104Note: Numerous schools made top scores this week, but Action News 5 will not be publishing their information.
Low Scores
Burger Prime – 83 | 11125 US-70 Arlington, TN 38002
The Person in Charge (PIC) notified that the interior of the kitchen ice machine is dirtyPIC notified that there was no consumer advisory posted at the bottom of menusPIC unable to locate for review the internal hanging thermometer inside the ice chest and make tableUnlabeled food items on the line and walk-in coolerMultiple prepped cups of ice cream held in the ice chest are not coveredPIC notified that no sanitizing buckets were set upObserved interior of the microwave to have food debrisBoth exhaust vents in restroom are dirtyPaper towels in the men’s room not stored in a dispenserKitchen ceiling tiles and vents observed dusty and yellowingMissing light bulbs observed in kitchen vent hoodPIC notified that current food permit is expiredInspection report needs to be available for public viewingNo “no smoking” sign posted at the entrance
Inspector’s note: Please correct the priority violations prior to my follow-up visit in 10 days.
West Street Diner – 82 | 2076 West St. Germantown, TN 38138
Splash guard required for dish machine to prevent sprayer water from contaminating surfacesObserved sausage patties, steaks and potatoes precooked and held on top of milk crates next to grill topEggs observed sitting out on prep station next to freezer reading 66 °FCondensation drip observed inside reaching in while cooler dripping condensation over covered food itemNo hair restraint observed being worn while prepping food on the grill and food prepTongs and other utensils improperly stored and used next to grillPlates need to be stored invertedDust and grease accumulation observed around and underneath equipment
Captain D’s Seafood Kitchen – 82 | 179 E.H. Crump Blvd. Memphis, TN 38106
Cutting board on turbo air prep cooler is stainedIce machine has buildup presentWalk-in cooler is not maintaining 41°FItems in the cooler were not maintaining 41°F and were discardedFlies present in the kitchen areaUncovered food items present in coolers and freezersPlexiglass on kitchen door is brokenCan opener has food buildup presentHand sank has food buildup presentHot water is not availableCeiling tile stained in the kitchen area
Inspector’s note: Establishment must close due to the imminent health hazard of no hot water. Establishment can reopen when a reinspection has been conducted and all priority violations have been corrected.
Royal Panda Restaurant – 80 | 3120 Village Shops Drive Suite 203 Germantown, TN 38138
Raw chicken observed stored over ready-to-eat foodsPink substance observed inside ice machineImproper thawing of raw chicken observed inside three-compartment sinkNo thermometers available inside coolersMultiple containers of frozen foods and personal covered food observed inside same refrigerator as food used for customersWiping cloth observed being stored on prep stationsMetal scoop left sitting inside product inside large tubsAll bowls and plates must be stored invertedRacks inside the walk-in cooler and shelves holding food on rolling carts need to be cleaned and maintained dailyExcessive garbage buildup observed on exterior door of dumpster; lid left openFloors have excessive food buildup on, around and underneath equipmentCeiling over food prep area has excessive grease build upWalls have excessive food splatterVentahood has extreme black buildup and dust accumulationCurrent permit not posted
Inspector’s note: Permit currently expired. Location must make payment within 24 hours to avoid closure
#1 Chinese Kitchen – 79 | 1219 Getwell Rd. Memphis, TN 38111
Multiple repeat priority observed demonstrating a lack of knowledgeRaw chicken and raw eggs stored over fresh and prepped produce inside walk-in coolerImproper cold holding observedNo date marking system observed taking placeDead flies observed in window seal in lobby area2 containers of potatoes stored in the kitchenEmployees observed not wearing proper hair restraintNo chlorine test strips availableWalls and floors observed dirty during the inspectionVentahood has grease buildup present
Rock N Roll Sushi – 79 | 9155 Poplar Ave Germantown, TN 38138
Observed raw salmon stored over cooked ready-to-eat crawfishSanitizer reading 0 ppm chlorine.Coke machine has excessive pink buildup presentCrawfish observed being thawed out in sitting waterMultiple fruit flies and flies observed throughout the kitchen area, specifically the drainsFull hair restraints required while preparing foodKnife observed inside shrimp batterScoop hand observed stored inside rice binPrep stations observed with excessive food splatter and residue on grill surfaceTest strips are not availableExterior of equipment observed with excessive spills from batter and grease buildupLeak observed under prep sink pipesDumpsters have excessive trash buildup around dumpsterWater accumulation observed under low-temperature dishwasherCurrent permit not posted
Habee Wing and Deli – 74 | 3670 Summer Ave. Memphis, TN 38122
Observed multiple priority violations regarding food contact surface sanitization, proper cooling, proper cold holding, and proper storage of raw and cooked foodsObserved cooked chicken wings placed on top of a box of raw chicken wingsRaw eggs observed stored above chicken wingsBrown buildup observed inside the ice machineEmployees observed washing dishes without sanitizing.Employee did not know the proper setup for manually washing and sanitizing dishesCooked chicken wings observed inside the cooler cooling with a lid on it that read at 75 °FRaw chicken wings observed reading 62 °FAll raw wings were discardedUnlabeled food containers observedUncovered carrots and celery containers observedInoperable deep freezer observedEmployee observed using the three-compartment sink to wash their handsGrease buildup present on the exterior of the kitchen equipmentSignificant grease buildup present on walls and doorsEmployee food placed on top of food that is intended for customers
Taco Loco – 71 | 3970 Jackson Ave. Memphis, TN 38128
Multiple priority violations observed regarding cold holding, food in good condition, date marking, and proper storage of raw animal productsCracked raw eggs stored in the refrigerator door, not in a cartonAll cracked eggs were discardedRaw beef observed stored on top of shredded cheeseObserved raw chicken stored next to cooked pork and produceObserved TCS (temperature control for safety) foods inside the fridge to be reading 45-57 °FAll TCS food above 41 °F discardedRefrigerator is reading 53 °FDo not use until repairedNo date marking system for items cooked or prepared that are being held longer than 24 hoursNo internal thermometers observed inside both deep freezersUnlabeled food containers observed inside refrigeratorTwo coolers are inoperable and being used for storageCracked eggs and food debris observed inside refrigeratorSpilled liquid observed on the floor around the toilet inside the restroomGrease buildup observed around the stoveGrease buildup observed on the vent hood ventsPermit is expired and must be paid within 48 hoursNo “no smoking” sign present at the entrance
Queen of Sheba – 68 | 4792 Summer Ave. Memphis, TN 38122
Multiple priority violations regarding proper cold holding, food contact surface sanitization, proper storage of raw animal products and date markingRaw meats observed stored above cooked chicken and raw meats stored next to ready-to-eat foods and produce in the walk-in coolerBrown buildup observed inside ice machinePrep table cutting board observed to be excessively worn with deep grooves and stainsStandard cutting boards observed with deep grooves as wellAll TCS (temperature control for safety) foods in the cooler were reading at 52-53 °F due to the cooler reading 51 °FTCS foods inside the salad prep cooler observed reading at 51 °F and 46 °F due to the cooler reading 61 °FContainer of whole fish reading 59 °F inside the three-compartment sinkAll TCS foods above 41 °F were discardedObserved no date marking system taking place for foods held over 24 hoursCooler observed reading 51 °FUnlabeled food containers and seasoning observedMultiple food items stored on the ground throughout the kitchen, walk-in cooler and freezerUncovered food containers observedEmployees observed preparing food with no hair restraintWiping cloth observed stored on countersClean pots and plates not properly invertedBoxes of cups and lids stored on the groundTo-go trays stored need to be stored invertedStained food containers observed with buildupFood debris inside observed inside the prep cooler and along the inside of the doorBuildup observed inside the microwaveNo covered trash can observed inside the women’s restroomBuildup observed on the floors and wallsGrease buildup observed on vent hood vents
Rama Pizza – 64 | 6698 Poplar Ave. Memphis, TN 38138
Observed multiple employees drinking out of water bottles and proceeding to cook without having water inside proper drinking containersEmployees observed washing gloves at hand sink. Gloves must be removed to properly wash handsObserved employee washing dishes and not having the three-compartment sink setupObserved multiple used pots and pans stored on clean surfaces from where prior usage took place and was restacked with clean equipmentNo date marking observed for multiple food items inside the walk-in coolerUnlabeled spray bottles observed throughout the buildingFood items, raw beef observed sitting out on prep station currently reading 32 °FProbe thermometer is missing to observe both proper cold and hot temperaturesExcessive flies located throughout the building flying around food items and saucesMultiple uncovered containers of food stored on the floor of walk-in coolerUsed scoop stored inside of rice containerTest strips unavailableNo hair restraint observed while preparing foodsMultiple soiled wiping cloths observed on prep stations, cutting boards, and equipmentExterior of equipment has excessive buildupDumpster space has excessive box buildup and is stacked to capacityFloors container excessive flour, seasonings, food debrisWalls have food splatterCeilings have excessive dust accumulation
The Cottage Restaurant – 63 | 4085 Summer Ave. Memphis, TN 38122
Person in charge is not knowledgeableRotten lettuce observed in stainless steel reach-inReplace old cutting board in the kitchenCrate of eggs stored at room temperatureInsect spray stored on shelf in seating area with chipsRoach strips observed on shelf in kitchen next to the platesProvide sanitizer for dish machineThermometers needed inside all coolers and freezersUnlabeled plastic food containers inside the kitchenLive roaches observed crawling on the kitchen floor and dishwasherOpen bags of food need to be stored in containersPots and pans, cooking utensils, and spoons need to be stored invertedBuildup present inside coolers and freezersDirty wash water present inside the three-compartment sinkKitchen shelves are dirtyArea around the dishwasher is dirtyMops and brooms need to be stored hanging upLight shields are dirtyNo permit postedMost recent inspection not posted
Inspector’s Note: No permit posted; please post asap; no cooling-down process. A recheck will be conducted on 8/20/26
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