The Hilton Head area restaurants that received the worst health inspections in June have seen improvements, according to follow-up inspections conducted by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA). This is a positive development, as it indicates that these businesses are taking steps to address the issues identified during the initial inspections. However, it's important to note that the SCDA's inspection process is designed to identify and correct potential food safety hazards, and the fact that these restaurants received follow-up inspections suggests that they may have been struggling with these issues in the past.
One of the most significant improvements was seen at La Poblanita, a grocery store on Hilton Head Island. Initially, La Poblanita received a B grade with 78 points, but a follow-up inspection on June 17 resulted in an A grade with 99 points. This significant improvement is a testament to the store's commitment to addressing the food-thawing violation noted in the initial inspection. Similarly, Roadhouse Ribs, a restaurant in Port Royal, also saw a significant improvement, going from a B grade with 79 points to an A grade with 97 points after a follow-up inspection on June 30.
However, not all restaurants have seen such positive results. Club Seats Grille, a sports bar and pizzeria on Hilton Head Island, initially received a B grade with 78 points, but a follow-up inspection on July 7 resulted in an A grade with 97 points. While this is an improvement, the inspection report noted several issues, including an employee touching their cell phone and then food without washing their hands, organic growth on the restaurant's indoor and outdoor ice boxes, and swarming drain flies. This suggests that while the restaurant has made some progress, there is still work to be done to ensure that all food safety standards are met.
Ombra Cucina Rustica, an Italian restaurant on Hilton Head Island, also received a B grade with 78 points in its initial inspection, but a follow-up inspection on July 7 resulted in an A grade with 100 points. The inspection report noted no observed issues at the restaurant, which is a positive sign. However, it's important to note that the SCDA's inspection process is designed to identify and correct potential food safety hazards, and the fact that these restaurants received follow-up inspections suggests that they may have been struggling with these issues in the past.
In conclusion, the Hilton Head area restaurants that received the worst health inspections in June have seen improvements, according to follow-up inspections conducted by the SCDA. While this is a positive development, it's important to note that the SCDA's inspection process is designed to identify and correct potential food safety hazards, and the fact that these restaurants received follow-up inspections suggests that they may have been struggling with these issues in the past. It will be interesting to see if these improvements are sustained in future inspections, and whether other restaurants in the area are also taking steps to address food safety concerns.
