Retail Food Inspection Reports for Weld County

Sleuthing Through Weld County: The Latest on Dining and Dining Safely

Every New Yorker knows that where you’re eating is just as important as what you’re eating. In Weld County, they’ve got a system for keeping tabs on your diners, dives, and fancy spots. They’re not about the Broadway lights, but they sure know how to spotlight cleanliness. This evaluation system throws a splash of accountability into the mix, ranking restaurants as “pass,” “reinspection required,” or “closed.” If that doesn’t keep restaurateurs on their toes, I’m not sure what will.

The Scoring Breakdown

Weld County’s scoring matrix isn’t built on dreams. It’s rooted in practical measures: cooling, reheating, cooking refrigeration, and even employee hygiene. if a place gets a “pass,” it means they’re meeting the fundamental food safety standards. However, don’t be surprised if they have a few infractions here and there. Thankfully, most establishments fix any wrongdoings during inspections.

A “reinspection required” rating? That’s a red flag, albeit a smaller one. It indicates that, yes, they found enough violations to want a second look, making sure everything’s shipshape. Lastly, a “closed” verdict is the culinary kiss of death – filthy conditions, imminent health issues, you get the picture. These places will have to clean up their act before flipping the ‘OPEN’ sign again.

Note: When you see a place marked with an asterisk, they were initially closed but got another shot after meeting the required conditions to reopen.

The Highlights: Recent Restaurant Evaluations (Nov. 29 – Dec. 5, 2024)

If you’re in Greeley, here’s the lowdown on where you can grab a bite:

• Bulldog Pug and Grub, 1815 65th Ave., Unit 2. Routine. Pass.
• Daruma Japanese Restaurant, 1702 8th Ave. Routine. Pass.
• Lucky Fins, 4530 Centerplace Drive, Suite 324. Routine. Pass.
• The Salvation Army, 1119 6th St. Routine. Reinspection required.
• UCHealth Cafeteria, 6767 29th St. Routine. Pass.
• Wings Pier, 7008 W. 10th St., Suite 500. Reinspection. Pass.

And Windsor’s recent top list isn’t bad either:

• Asian Pearl Bistro, 1580 Main St., Unit 1. Routine. Pass.
• Ted’s Sweetwater Grill, 2191 Covered Bridge Parkway. Routine. Reinspection required.
• Windsor Charter Academy, 680 Academy Court. Routine. Pass.

For my pals chilling in Evans:

• Chili Thai, 3623 23rd Ave. Routine. Pass.

The Inside Scoop

Given these ratings, it’s clear Weld County takes its food safety score seriously, maybe more than your overpriced latte at Cafe Grumpy. While you’re out there noshing away, remember that the local health department is on your side. Don’t let a “reinspection required” deter you from trying a spot; they might just be on the cusp of greatness. But, if a joint is marked “closed”? You might want to keep walking.

If you want to dig deeper into these regulations, the FDA’s food code could be a good read when you’re on the subway—and isn’t that where all the best reading happens? Until next time, eat safe, my friends.