Food Service · Louisville, KY
4231 Taylor Blvd
Last inspected May 28, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗
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Regular
Official score: 95 · Understand this area’s scale
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness, May 28, 2026 · Original Source
Regular
Official score: 95 · Understand this area’s scale
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness, Nov 6, 2025 · Original Source
Regular
Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness, Mar 7, 2025 · Original Source
Regular
Official score: 95 · Understand this area’s scale
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness, Sep 24, 2024 · Original Source
Regular
Official score: 78 · Understand this area’s scale
13 recorded violations
Adequate hand washing facilities supplied and accessible
Hand cleaner not provided at lavatory or hand washing sink. Hand washing sink is not accessible. (Prepping food in hand sink)
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsHANDS CLEAN AND PROPERLY WASHED
Hands not washed to prevent contamination from previous task.
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsFood separated and protected
Raw animal foods not separated by type based on minimum cook temperatures. (Raw meat over ready to eat foods)
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingPROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES
TCS food not maintained at 57°C (135°F) or above. (Beans at 90F) (corrected)
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureWiping cloths: properly used and stored
Cloths in use not stored in sanitizing solution. NEED TO SET UP SANITIZER BUCKET
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsSingle use/single service articles: properly stored, used
Single service items not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingContamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
Food not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Food stored under sewer line not shielded to intercept potential drips, under leaking water line, or under an open stairwell.
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationPhysical facilities installed, maintained and clean
Items not necessary to the operation are present in or around the establishment. (Bulk items outside) Employee possessions not stored properly. (Purses)
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsToilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Toilet room door not self-closing.
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsPROPER EATING, TASTING, DRINKING, OR TOBACCO USE
Personal drinks stored next to food and clean cookware. (corrected)
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
More about employee hygiene or health policy issuesPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
TCS food not maintained at 5°C (41°F) or below. (Pupusa filling at 55F and cabbage at room temperature) (corrected)
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureSEWAGE AND WASTEWATER PROPERLY DISPOSED
Sewage and waste water not disposed of in an approved manner. (Leak at hand sink)
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsFood properly labeled; original container
Retail items not properly labeled with ingredient list and location that was prepared. Product not properly labeled.
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsOfficial record from Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness, Sep 17, 2024 · Original Source
Regular
Official score: 92 · Understand this area’s scale
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness, Dec 20, 2023 · Original Source
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