Food Safety Scores Released for Madison County: Highlights and Areas for Improvement

Food and Lodging Health Inspection Scores Released for Madison County

Madison County is buzzing with excitement this week as the latest health inspection scores for food and lodging establishments have rolled in! From October 21 to October 25, 2024, inspectors visited a variety of local spots, ensuring they meet the crucial food safety and hygiene regulations that help keep our community healthy. Let’s dive into the numbers and see how our favorite places fared!

Perfect Scores Achieved!

First things first — let’s celebrate the superstars! A total of six venues earned flawless scores of 100, a true testament to their commitment to cleanliness and safety. These standouts include:

• Columbia High School
• UAH Burrito Bowl
• 24/7 Health Club
• ATP Huntsville, LLC
• UAH Starbucks CTC
• UAH Student Services Building

Congratulations to these establishments for hitting the mark and serving up not just tasty treats, but also a whole lot of care in their hygiene practices!

Scores Under 90: A Call for Improvement

On the other side of the scale, some local favorites are in need of a little help. Establishments that scored 85 and below have some work ahead to ensure their kitchens are up to snuff. Among these are:

• Kapila Enterprise LLC DBA Dairy Queen
• Campus Corner
• Wavaho
• Church Street Wine Shoppe LLC

With scores like these, it’s essential for these businesses to focus on improving their practices so they can join the ranks of the top performers. Ensuring safety and hygiene is not just a regulation; it’s about serving the community responsibly.

Scores in the 86 to 89 Range

Several establishments also fell just shy of greatness, with scores between 86 and 89. These included:

• El Monte Mexican Restaurant
• Fuji Japanese Cuisine
• Grandmother’s House
• Jack’s Family Restaurant
• LP 231 Mobil Food Mart
• Nothing But Noodles
• Mini Mart Stanlieo’s
• Sub Villa

While they didn’t hit the high notes, these establishments still have a strong foundation to build on. With some attention to detail, they could easily improve their scores and ensure they are providing top-notch service to their guests.

Restaurants on Their Way Up: Scores of 90-94

We also want to highlight those restaurants that did well, scoring between 90 and 94. Here are some places doing it right:

• Wings To Go
• Moe’s Southwest Grill #383
• Captain D’s #3273
• Sonic Drive-In #3946
• China Cook Wok’s Up
• Taqueria Las Adelitas
• Chili’s Grill & Bar #902
• Honest Coffee Roasters
• Kroger Store #517 (Meat and Seafood)
• Walmart #5197 (Deli)

These establishments are on the right track, demonstrating a commitment to food safety that is commendable and essential for our community’s trust.

Critical Violations: Heads Up!

It’s also important to note the establishments that had critical violations. These include:

• Honest Coffee Roasters
• Wings To Go
• Wok’s Up
• Bark & Barrel BBQ
• Church Street Wine Shoppe LLC
• Dollar General #1680
• Grandmother’s House
• Jefferson’s Owens Cross Roads
• Ju Ju’s Southern Fried (Mobile and Commissary)

This feedback is invaluable for our local establishments to ensure they’re providing a safe dining experience, which we all want and deserve.

Conclusion

As dining and lodging establishments across Madison County navigate their scores, let’s support our local businesses and encourage them to reach for those perfect marks. Remember, keeping things safe and sound is not just a job but a community effort!