Altman's
Last inspected: Oct 7, 2025
78
Score
The health department has logged five inspections at Altman's, the earliest from 2024. The most recent report on file is from Oct 7, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.
Looking across the full record, “proper cold holding temperatures” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
By comparison, the average Townsend facility scores 89, putting Altman's on the weaker side. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 7, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods in prep-top cooler in main kitchen area above 41 deg F. COS: Compromised TCS foods were discarded. CA: Adjust temperatures / seek repairs.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink in employee restroom not supplied with Hand soap. COS: Hand soap was supplied to employee restroom. CA: Ensure all hand wash stations are properly supplied with hand soap and proper hand drying provisions.
78
Feb 20, 2025
Followup
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed wiping cloths stored in solution with inadequate concentration of sanitizer. COS: Sanitizer bucket was remade to proper sanitizer concentration. CA: Ensure all sanitizer buckets holding wiping cloths are maintained at proper sanitizer concentration.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
95
Feb 11, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods in reach-in cooler in main kitchen area and front food service area above 41 deg F. COS: Compromised TCS foods were discarded. CA: Adjust temperature / seek repairs on units.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink in employee restroom not supplied with a proper hand drying provision. COS: Paper towels were supplied to restroom. CA: Ensure all hand wash stations are properly supplied with hand soap and proper hand drying provisions.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food debris build up on food contact surface of microwave. COS: Food contact surface of microwave was cleaned. CA: Clean food contact surface(s) often enough to prevent build-up of food debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed broken employee restroom door (detached from wall) and grease build-up on hood vent filters. CA: Seek repairs and clean often enough to prevent build-up
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
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Jul 31, 2024
Followup
4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed most recent inspection not displayed in public view. CA: Keep most recent inspection displayed for public view at all times.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed improper scoop (bowl) stored in flour in dry storage area. COS: CFSM removed bowl from flour. CA: Ensure proper scoops are used for ingredients and handles are kept out of product.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed grease build-up on walls and ceilings in main kitchen area. CA: CFSM stated the facility is working closely with a third party to clean / prevent build-up.
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed grease build-up on walls and ceilings in main kitchen area. CA: CFSM stated the facility is working closely with a third party to clean / prevent build-up.
82
Jul 25, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods in various cold hold units throughout facility above 41F. COS: Out of temperature TCS foods were discarded. CA: Seek repairs / replacement of units.
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink in employee restroom not supplied with hand soap or paper towels. COS: Hand sink was properly supplied with soap and paper towels. CA: Ensure all hand wash stations are properly supplied at all times.
511-6-1.07(3)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed ice buildup on floors of walk-in cooler (food NOT subject to contamination). CA: Increase cleaning frequency to prevent buildup.
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed missing hood vent filters. Observed grease build-up on walls and ceiling. CA: Increase cleaning frequency enough to prevent build up.
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed fly activity in dry storage. CA: Work with exterminator to preclude pest activity.
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Altman's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Altman's on file is from Oct 7, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Altman's?
Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Altman's.
How does Altman's compare to other restaurants in Townsend?
Altman's most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Townsend average of 89.
Has Altman's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Altman's have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Altman's means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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