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 ScoresAlliance Crisis Center for Wellbeing | 3200 Broad Ave. Memphis, TN 38112Artreanna’s Italian Ice | 2032 Sycamore View Suite 102 Memphis, TN 38134Bonds Kountry Kitchen | 4049 Charles Dr. Memphis, TN 38116EMJ Grill on Wheels | 3012 Oakland Hills Cv. Memphis, TN 38115Fries Galore and More | 1600 Saddle Glen Cove E. Cordova, TN 38016Home Plate Club Bar | 200 Union Ave. Memphis, TN 38104Memphis Redbirds Concessions #100 | 200 Union Ave. Memphis, TN 38104Memphis Redbirds Concessions #101 | 200 Union Ave. Memphis, TN 38104Memphis Redbirds Concessions #204 | 200 Union Ave. Memphis, TN 38104Memphis Redbirds Main Kitchen | 200 Union Ave. Memphis, TN 38104Rockin Nutrition | 680 N Germantown Pkwy. Suite 40 Cordova, TN 38018R P Tracks Restaurant & Bar (Bar area) | 3547 Walker Ave. Memphis, TN 38111Taqueria Hay Jalisco (Mobile Unit) | 3985 Summer Ave. Memphis, TN 38122 Low Scores
Malco Theaters – 85 | 7930 Stage Rd. Bartlett, TN 38133
Person in charge (PIC) notified that chili and cheese warmers used to heat chili and cheese are reading 135 °FAsked to discontinue practice until warmers reach 165 °FPIC notified that there was no date marking system in place for hot chili and cheese bagsChili warmer internal temperature is at 135°FMust be maintained at hot hold temperature of 155 °F or higherPIC notified that drink cups and cell phones are improperly stored in the kitchen on the counters Employee break area needs designated spacePIC notified that hot dog roller grill is missing the coverPIC notified that heavy grease and oil buildup present on the floors under and behind the fryerExterior of the ovens and fryers with dried grease and oil buildupPIC notified that dried cheese debris is in the interior of cheese warmersPIC notified that heavy debris along the three compartment sink wall
Luula Restaurant & Grill – 85 | 2439 Summer Ave. Memphis, TN 38112
Observed improper cold holding with items such as goat and rice in the whirlpool refrigeratorObserved no date marking system in placeWhirlpool refrigerator is not working properly. Currently reading 57 °FNo thermometer in the deep freezer No labels on food containers inside the coolerCases of tomatoes observed stored on the floor of the prep areaCases of cups and to-go bowls stored on the floorStack of to-go trays above the fridge not stored invertedNo paper towels available in the bathroomFloors and walls need to be cleanedObserved dumpster lid brokenFloors throughout the kitchen need to be cleanedGrease buildup observed under ventahood and light shield is missing a light in the kitchen areaNo “no smoking” sign posted
Great Hunter Crab LLC – 85 | US Highway 64 Memphis, TN 38133
Person in charge (PIC) notified that oyster labels are missing the date from the last batch sold. PIC notified that the consumer advisory is missing for raw or undercooked itemsPIC was unable to locate for review, the facility’s individual food grade thermometerObserved assorted seasonings, sauces and prepped food items under refrigerator were not labeledFood items stored on the floor in the walk in coolerPIC notified ice scoop improperly stored on top of ice machinePlastic container utilized as a scoop container held improperly in the bulk fish containerObserved kitchen knife improperly stored between kitchen equipmentObserved kitchen microwave oven is rusted and not in good repairPIC notified that exterior windows are damaged and are not in good repairPIC notified that current food permit has expiredMust renew with 24 hours or will be subject to closure
Cavalry Episcopal Church – 84 | 102 N. Second St. Memphis, TN 38103
Dented cans are present in the dry storage areaIce machine has pink and brown buildup presentOver thermometer is present inside the walk-in coolerHanging thermometer is missing from the prep coolerCans stored on the floor of dry storage areaScoop handle in salt container is touching the saltIce cream freezer has ice buildup presentNo test trips available at three compartment sinkVent in dish area is dirtyMost recent inspection not posted
Walt & Ricky’s – 82 | 1 Dr. M.L.K. Jr. Ave Memphis, TN 38103
Raw beef stored on shelf above fish and shrimpIce machine has bacterial buildup presentEcolab dish machine is not dispensing sanitizerCutting board at the sauté station has deep grooves and is stainedConsumer advisory not present on menu for undercooked itemsVarious pans are used as scoops of dry ingredientsScoop handle in the sugar was touching another ingredientIce buildup present on walk-in freezer cooling unitHand sink in the server area does not have hot waterRestrooms are missing paper towels and handwashing signs
Southern Hands – 80 | 1811 Kirby Pkwy. Germantown, TN 38138
Foods not separated and protectedImproper cold hold temperatures observed in the walk-in cooler reading 80 °F due to a power outageRestaurant asked to close and all raw food inside of cooler was discardedImproper labeling of seasonings, sugar, flour and other items inside large binsMultiple flies observed inside kitchenNo hair restraints observedMultiple white gloves observed on prep stationsIn use scooper for cornbread observed on bare prep tableLeak present at three compartment sinkExcessive grease and dust buildup accumulation on exterior of equipmentToilet facilities out of orderDumpster lid observed left openCeilings have accumulated stains and dustStained walls have excessive stainsFloors are excessively stainedStains are black and brown in color
Inspector’s note: Location has been asked to close due to breaker box being broken and proper holding equipment is not able to maintain 41 Below And no additional cooling measures are available. In addition to that air is not working throughout building kitchen and lobby and restroom area.
2 Star Jr. – 64 | 2531 Chelsea Ave. Memphis, TN 38108
Multiple priority violations observed regarding proper cooling, proper storage of raw animal products, food contact surface sanitization, toxic chemicals storage and access to hot water. Raw steak observed being stored over cooked chicken in prep coolerRaw steak and raw chicken stored next to each other inside the prep coolerRaw steak and raw chicken stored above cooked shrimp in prep coolerHeads of lettuce observed stored on top of raw eggsFood debris and rust observed on the can openerBlack buildup present inside the ice machineObserved worn prep table cutting board with deep groovesShould be discarded and replacedBoiled eggs reading 75°F after being cooked at 9:30 a.m. Bottle of cleaner observed stored on the shelf next to hard boiled eggsMissing thermometers observed in coolers and freezersUnlabeled sauce bottles observedUncovered box of chicken wings observedBoxes of hot sauce observed stored on the groundTo-go trays observed not properly invertedSignificant frost buildup observed inside freezerBroken deep freezer lid observed near frozen foods freezerBroken prep table observedHeavy grease buildup present on fry basketsNo chlorine test strips availableGrease buildup present on exterior of all kitchensRaw chicken juice pooling at the bottom of the frozen treats coolerNo hot water observed at hand sink or the three compartment sinkPerson in charge (PIC) said that there has not been hot water available for multiple days. The restaurant must remain closed until hot water is repaired and a follow-up inspection has been performedBroken dumpster lid observed and excessive trash present at the back of the buildingExcessive openings at the bottom of the back doorStain walls observedExcessive items being stored around the restaurantRemove things that aren’t in useGrease buildup observed on the ventahood vents and missing vents
Inspector’s note: the establishment must remain closed until the hot water is repaired and a follow up inspection is completed.
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