Charleston’s Restaurant Inspection Report Shakes Things Up!
Hey Charleston residents! We’ve got some juicy details from the latest health inspections that took place last month in the Holy City. If you’re a foodie or just someone who enjoys dining out, you might want to grab a snack and settle in as we dive into the good, the bad, and the outright shocking health scores of our local eateries!
Lowest Score Alert!
Can you believe it? The restaurant at the Renaissance Charleston took the biggest hit this November, snagging a 71-point C grade—our city’s lowest score! The inspectors were less than impressed after their visit on November 6. Just picture this:
- Raw shrimp sitting right over a bottle of orange juice. Yikes!
- Baked goods hanging out in the freezer, totally uncovered. Not cool!
- A dishwasher that apparently forgot its one job—proper sanitization. Double whammy!
- Pre-made biscuits and those cheesy ham treats? Not kept at the right temperature. Scary!
- A collection of foods from cheese to eggs stored at unsafe temps. Time to toss that out!
But wait, there’s more! Soups, potatoes, and garlic sauce were tossed out like yesterday’s news since they were past their prime. Corn was seen isolating itself, cooling at room temp. And flour? It was chaotically resting on the floor in dry storage. Not to mention, multiple kitchen tiles looked like they’ve seen better days!
After a required follow-up inspection on November 13, the Renaissance restaurant redeemed itself with an A grade. Phew!
Other Noteworthy Violations
Now, they weren’t alone in the less-than-stellar scores. Dragon Place also had its time in the spotlight with a 75-point C grade during an inspection on November 18. Here’s what the inspectors found:
- A black substance inside the ice machine—no thanks!
- Organic matter clinging to the back wall in the dish area. Gross!
- Raw shell eggs chilling above other foods. Poor food placement!
- Uncovered wonton crisps and an open back door letting in who-knows-what!
After their follow-up on November 20, Dragon Place managed to bounce back with an A grade.
Maintaining Standards
Meanwhile, Poke Cafe scored a solid 87-point B grade on November 18. But don’t let that fool you; they found small black flies buzzing around their storage area. Plus, the ice machine was in need of a cleaning, and some sushi ingredients were not correctly stored. No one wants a side of flies with their poke bowl!
Then there’s T-Bonz Gill & Grill; they earned an 80-point B grade as well on November 12. But, apparently, some of their service staff didn’t remember to wash their hands after handling dirty dishes—uh oh!
Squeaky Clean After Follow-Ups
In great news, all of these restaurants improved their scores after follow-up inspections, ultimately earning A’s! Toast of Charleston also scored a B before cleaning up its act on November 13, and secured an A on the follow-up inspection. Though they had a rogue jelly case blocking hand-washing facilities—it seems like everyone had something to work on!
Wrapping It Up
So, there you have it, folks! Health inspectors are on the lookout, making sure our favorite dining spots keep things hygienic and safe. Next time you’re out enjoying a meal in Charleston, remember to keep this juicy scoop in mind. Let’s support our local businesses while also keeping our culinary experiences safe and delicious!
