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Food Safety Scores Released for Chattanooga Area

Collage of Chattanooga restaurants with food safety scores.

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News Summary

The local health departments in Hamilton, Catoosa, and Walker Counties have published their food safety inspection scores for the week ending March 11, 2025. Some local favorites like Panda Express and Subway excelled, while others like Mexico Lindo Mexican Restaurant struggled with low scores. It’s essential for diners to check these scores to ensure their favorite eateries adhere to safety regulations. For concerns, residents can contact their respective health department.

Food Safety Scores Released for March 11, 2025 in Chattanooga Area

Residents of Chattanooga and surrounding counties, it’s that time of year again! The local health departments have come together to wrap up their food safety inspections for the week ending March 11, 2025. Whether you’re a fan of zesty Mexican dishes or comforting chain eats, it’s crucial to know how your favorite eateries fared in the inspections.

How It Works

The health departments in Hamilton County, Catoosa County, and Walker County conduct biannual inspections of food service establishments, evaluating them based on a strict 100-point scale. Those who don’t make the grade and fail to meet critical safety standards can expect a re-inspection until they do! Keep in mind, reported scores only reflect the situation during the inspection; any immediate improvements made on the spot won’t be reflected in these scores.

If you have any health-related concerns about an establishment, you can easily reach out to the respective health department:

Chattanooga-Hamilton County Health Department: 423-209-8110
Catoosa County Health Department: 706-406-2030
Walker County Health Department: 706-639-2574

Scores of Popular Eateries

Let’s dig into the details! Here are some of the scores from your local favorites:

Delia’s Mexican Food at 8363 Dayton Pike: Score 85

This establishment found itself docked for a few violations, including a blocked hand-wash sink and poor kitchen conditions. It seems they might have some sprucing up to do!

Crust Pizza at 3211 S. Broad St.: Score 88

They had an employee sippin’ on a drink in the prep area and needed more paper towels at their hand sink. It’s the little things that make a big difference!

Formosa at 5425 Highway 153, Suite 129: Score 89

With issues like insufficient date-marking and food held at the wrong temperatures, this restaurant has room for improvement.

Now, let’s celebrate those who really knocked it out of the park:

Panda Express: Score 92
Stevarino’s at 325 Cherokee Blvd, Suite 100: Score 92

And if we’re talking about top scorers, several establishments were heroically close to perfection:

Subway (6054 Shallowford Road): Score 99
Waffle House: Score 100
Choo Choo BBQ locations: Score 95 to 96

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

As always, not every establishment made it through the inspection with flying colors. Mexico Lindo Mexican Restaurant in Cleveland really struggled, landing a failing score of 68 with various violations for improper food storage and sanitation. Whoa! That’s a big red flag for diners.

On a brighter note, Rodizio Grill in downtown Chattanooga initially scored 71 but showed quick improvement by pulling up their socks and scoring a remarkable 95 after a re-inspection.

Your Takeaway

These scores really underscore the importance of proper management and adherence to health regulations in our beloved local eateries. Who knows, next time you grab a bite, you might want to check the scores before you dig in!

Stay tuned for more updates and, as always, eat safe!