The City Bar and Lounge
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
58
Score
Inspectors have visited The City Bar and Lounge 11 times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 9, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near nine violations each time.
Looking across the full record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” is the recurring theme, flagged six times.
By comparison, the average Trenton facility scores 66, putting The City Bar and Lounge on the weaker side. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
11
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Plastic pan containing blister pack of pills and toothpaste stored on clean dish rack above clean cups. Manager removed the medicine from the shelf during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. 1. Carton containing raw shell eggs stored on shelf above box containing tomatoes inside walk-in cooler. Manager moved the raw eggs to the bottom shelf during this inspection. 2. Ziplock bag containing frozen raw chicken stored on shelf directly above ziplock bag containing fully-cooked beef inside reach-in freezer at front of kitchen. Manager moved the raw chicken to the bottom shelf during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of ice machine soiled with lime-like substance.
22-02-4
Basic - Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Unsealed plywood shelf inside reach-in cooler in bar area.
14-25-5
Basic - Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. Two outdoor trash cans without lids in searing area at front of building.
33-15-4
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Dumpster sitting directly on grass.
33-23-4
58
Mar 3, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Basket containing cold medicine and burn cream stored on prep table beside single-use cups and lids. Employee removed both items during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. One fly crawling on side of pan on clean dish rack.
35A-02-7
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. 1. Sealed package containing frozen raw hamburger meat stored on shelf above portion bags containing fries inside reach-in freezer in kitchen. 2. Ziplock bags containing frozen raw chicken stored on shelf directly above ziplock bags containing frozen eggrolls on shelf inside reach-in freezer in kitchen. An employee moved all raw foods away from ready to eat foods during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Three bottles containing degreaser other cleaning supplies stored in shelf directly beside single-use lids. Employee removed all chemicals from the shelf during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Top of walls inside ice machine soiled with lime-like substance.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Several ziplock bags containing thawed ham missing thawed date marks. Bags are all date marked 2/13. Employee stated they were all thawed on 02/28 and added the proper date marks during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-04-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. One co2 tank not secured in bar area.
51-11-4
Basic - Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Interior of beer cooler lined with unsealed plywood in bar area. **Repeat Violation**
14-25-5
Basic - Garbage enclosure area in disrepair. 1. Bottom of dumpster has rusted all the way through. 2. Drain plug missing from dumpster.
33-24-4
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Dumpster sitting directly on grass/soil.
33-23-4
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Two ice buckets on floor in front of ice machine. An employee removed both buckets from the floor during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-14-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan stored inside kitchen soiled with dust.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old painters tape label left on outside of container stored on clean dish rack.
16-46-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Back door of kitchen propped open, one fly observed in kitchen. An employee closed the door during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
35B-05-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Floor under equipment in storage closet and throughout bar area soiled either dirt and debris. An employee swept both areas during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
36-50-4
29
Sep 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Carton containing raw shell eggs stored on shelf directly above box containing fountain soda syrup inside walk-in cooler. Manager moved the raw eggs to the bottom shelf during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. Interior wall of ice machine cracked on right side.
14-16-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Both waste receptacles in women's restroom uncovered.
32-12-6
Basic - Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Unsealed plywood shelf inside reach-in cooler in bar area.
14-25-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwash signs missing from both handwash sinks in men's restroom. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Box containing single-use plastic cups stored directly on floor in storage room.
25-05-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Wall and ceiling above tabletop fryers in kitchen soiled with grease. **Repeat Violation**
36-50-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Unused oven stored outside behind building.
33-31-5
58
Apr 29, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found One fly flying in center of kitchen.
35A-02-7
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In pan on stovetop: ground beef (71F - Cold Holding). Employee stated it has been stored at room temperature since 12pm. Employee voluntarily discarded the ground beef during this inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Backflow prevention device missing at spigot on back corner of building, near AC units. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
29-34-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. One new employe serving drinks in bar and handling food in kitchen without proof they have been informed of their health reporting responsibilities. Employee stated she was hired approximately three weeks prior.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Ziplock bag containing chicken wings without date on shelf inside wall-in cooler. Employee stated the chicken wings were cooked on 04/27 and added proper date mark during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No food handler training certificates available for any employees. Manager stated one employee who serves drinks has been employed more than 60 days. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Dumpster sitting directly on grass and/or soil behind building.
33-23-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Drain plug missing from dumpster behind building.
33-11-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwash sign at handwash sink beside ice machine.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Top of ice machine soiled with dust and/or dirt.
23-03-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Tub of queso cheese at room temperature on prep table in kitchen. Employee stated the cheese was thawing. The cheese is still frozen. Inspector had employee place the cheese in a cooler to continue to thaw. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. 1. Floor in covered ice machine storage room soiled with dirt and/or debris. 2. Ceiling inside walk-in cooler soiled with mold-like substance.
36-50-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Container of frying oil stored directly on floor in kitchen near wall-in cooler. Employee placed the oil on a shelf during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
33
Feb 22, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 25, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1. Two flies flying in center of kitchen. 2. One fly on door of reach-in cooler at cookline.
35A-02-6
High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Approximately 20 dead beetles on floor below shelving in alcohol storage room. Manager swept up and discarded all dead beetles during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-09-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Tube of raw hamburger meat and pack of raw bacon stored on shelf directly above bags of apples inside walk-in cooler. Employee moved raw meats to a lower shelf during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. 1. Handwashing sink beside ice bathing completely filled with tools and maintenance materials. 2. Grill brick stored inside handwashing sink near three-compartment sink. Inspector removed grill brick from sink before washing hands. **Corrective Action Taken**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. One employee working in kitchen and bar areas without proof of food handler training. Employees stated she has been employed more than 60 days.
53B-02-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. One employee working in kitchen and bar who has not signed the employee health reporting agreement. Inspector provided manager with a new copy during this inspection.
11-26-1
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal Halloween costume stored on top of boxed fountain sodas in bar area. Manager removed costume from top of sodas during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. 1. Jug of frying oil stored directly on floor in kitchen near cookline. 2. Case of plastic bottles of water on floor inside walk-in cooler. Employee removed both items from floor during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Foil lining shelving in kitchen at cookline soiled with food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Section of pipe below handwash sink near ice machine missing.
29-08-4
39
Feb 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Can of paint stored on kit floor next to case of cooking oil. Manager moved can of paint to tool closet. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
41-10-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary test kit for three compartment sink.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Container of milk in reach-in cooler next to kitchen reach-in freezer. Manager stated item was open on 2/4. Manager added correct date. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice bin for ice machine.
22-02-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee creamer stored with restaurant food in reach-in cooler next to kitchen reach-in freezer.
08B-49-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of cooking oil stored on kitchen floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Dumpster behind building.
33-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Napkins and to go cups stored in dry storage shed.
25-05-4
50
Oct 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Approximately 50 dead beetles on floor in dry storage room beside boxes of single-use items. 25 dead beetles on floor in dry storage room below alcohol storage shelf. Approximately 200 dead beetles on floor in equipment storage room attached to dry storage room. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-04: Time extended per Linda Sutherland. **Time Extended**
35A-09-4
86
Oct 3, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Approximately 50 dead beetles on floor in dry storage room beside boxes of single-use items. 25 dead beetles on floor in dry storage room below alcohol storage shelf. Approximately 200 dead beetles on floor in equipment storage room attached to dry storage room. **Warning**
35A-09-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Zip bag of frozen comminuted beef stored on shelf above raw shrimp inside reach-in freezer in kitchen. Manager moved comminuted beef to lower shelf during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Two bottles of drain cleaner stored directly on top of ice machine. Manager removed drain cleaner from top of ice machine during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
41-10-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary test strips for three compartment sink. Chlorine test strips expired 2022.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Four employees present working in kitchen or behind bar without a certified food manager present.
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No handwash sign, soap, and/or paper towels/mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink near ice machine missing soap, towels, and handwash sign.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink near ice machine full of tools, inaccessible.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwash sink near ice machine used to store tools.
31A-11-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Several cracked and missing tiles behind bar area.
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Boxed fountain machine soda stored directly on floor in dry storage room. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster and/or grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Dumpster sitting directly on soil. Dumpster behind building missing drain plug. **Repeat Violation**
33-23-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Wooden shelf below three-compartment sink not sealed.
14-47-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Lower shelf of prep table in center of kitchen soiled with rust. Lower shelf of table behind bar near register soiled with rust. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Large gap to outside approximately 1" running all along the walls and ceiling of equipment storage room attached to dry storage room. **Warning**
35B-05-4
29
Jan 30, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Bottle of medicine stored on top of reach-in freezer near kitchen entrance. Manager moved medicine to cabinet during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
41-07-4
High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Container of yogurt inside reach-in cooler near three-compartment sink. Stop sale issued. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
01B-07-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored above containers of fish dip inside reach-in freezer in kitchen near three-compartment sink. Employee moved raw beef to bottom shelf of freezer during this inspection. Raw bag of chicken stored above butter inside reach-in freezer in kitchen near three-compartment sink. Employee moved butter to shelf above chicken during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bug poison stored on top of reach-in freezer near kitchen entrance. Employee moved poison to cabinet during this inspection. Bottle of glass cleaner stored on prep table behind bar with drink cups and above canned sodas. Employee removed cleaner from table during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Water hose connection behind building missing backflow prevention device between hose bibb and hose.
29-34-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. None available. Inspector provided during this inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Jug of milk inside reach-in cooler near three-compartment sink. Employee stated milk was opened two days prior and added proper date mark. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. None available. Inspector provided during this inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Box of tomatoes stored on floor in kitchen near dry storage shelf. Employee moved tomatoes to prep table during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Co2 tanks across from ice machine not secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table behind bar with clean drink cups and above canned sodas. Employee removed drink from table during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Dumpster behind building is directly on ground.
33-23-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop stored on top of dusty ice machine. Inspector had employee move scoop to three-compartment sink for cleaning. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-12-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Top of ice machine dusty. Floor below equipment behind bar.
23-03-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed lemons stored above bottled water on shelf inside walk-in cooler. Employee moved bottled water to another shelf during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of flour on cookline near fryers missing label. Employee added proper label during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
23
Jul 6, 2022
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The City Bar and Lounge last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The City Bar and Lounge on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The City Bar and Lounge?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at The City Bar and Lounge.
How does The City Bar and Lounge compare to other restaurants in Trenton?
The City Bar and Lounge most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Trenton average of 66.
Has The City Bar and Lounge's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The City Bar and Lounge have averaged around nine violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at The City Bar and Lounge means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is The City Bar and Lounge inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The City Bar and Lounge is inspected around three times per year on average.
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