Annie Laura's Kitchen
Last inspected: Apr 22, 2026
74
Score
Annie Laura's Kitchen has been inspected five times since 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 22, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around eight violations to closer to six violations per visit over the last few inspections.
“Insects, rodents, and animals not present” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
By comparison, the average Riverdale facility scores 90, putting Annie Laura's Kitchen on the weaker side. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 22, 2026
Routine
6 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed workers wearing watches or bracelets while handling food. Manager had workers remove them.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed inspection report not posted in plain view. Advised to post. CA: Inspection report shall be kept in public view. Had PIC move report to proper area.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed door curtains at walk in cooler and walk in freezer in need of repair or replacement. Observed door gasket seal on chicken warmer door damaged/ melted. Advised to repair or replace. CA: Non-food contact surfaces shall be in good repair.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Grease build-up on ceiling tiles and walls in kitchen, Grease build-up on ceiling in dry storage room, floor tiles throughout kitchen in multiple areas in need of repair and regrouting. Build-up present throughout floors in kitchen, dry storage room and walk in freezer. Bottom of doors to walk in cooler and walk in freezer is damaged and in need of repair. Leather chairs in lobby area damaged and in need of repair. Advised to repair. CA: Floors, walls, and ceilings shall be kept clean or in good repair.
511-6-1.07(2)(b)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed visible light at base of backdoor. Also observed backdoor being kept open when not in use. Advised PIC to repair shall be tight fitted without gaps or openings. PIC closed back door. CA: Outer openings shall be protected.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed roach with egg on wall above three compartment sink. Establishment shall be free of pests. Pest control records March 30 2025. Advised PIC to contact pest control company.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
74
Aug 26, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed build-up present on ice shield in ice machine, observed build-up inside of standing food warmers and on slide rails inside of standing food warmers. Equipment shall be free of build-up. Advised to clean equipment.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Grease build-up on ceiling tiles and walls in kitchen, Grease build-up on ceiling in dry storage room, floor tiles throughout kitchen in multiple areas in need of repair and regrouting. Build-up present throughout floors in kitchen, dry storage room and walk in freezer. Bottom of doors to walk in cooler and walk in freezer is damaged and in need of repair. Table tops in lobby area damaged and in need of repair for multiple Ceiling in ladies restroom the paint is peeling and in need of repainting. Advised to repair. CA: Floors, walls, and ceilings shall be kept clean or in good repair.
511-6-1.07(2)(b)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed visible light at base of backdoor. Also observed backdoor being kept open when not in use. Advised PIC to repair shall be tight fitted without gaps or openings. PIC closed back door. CA: Outer openings shall be protected.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several workers wearing watches or bracelets while handling food. Manager had workers remove them.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed dishes stacked wet in drying area. Advised to let dishes air dry. CA: After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment and utensils shall be air-dried.
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed air curtain at walk in cooler and walk in freezer in need of repair or replacement. Advised to repair or replace. CA: Non-food contact surfaces shall be in good repair.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed numerous non-food contact surfaces throughout facility (ovens, fryers, bins, etc.) Advised to clean. CA: Non-food contact surfaces shall be kept clean.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
67
Apr 8, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 8 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed build up present on stored clean dishes. Advised to clean. CA: Food contact surfaces shall be kept clean.
11C - approved thawing methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw fish thawing in stagnant water on the counter. Advised PIC on proper thawing methods. COS: PIC thawed under running water. CA: Use proper thawing methods to thaw TCS food items.
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed not operating permit posted. Advised to post. CA: Current operating permit shall be kept in public view.
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed dishes stacked wet in drying area. Advised to let dishes air dry. CA: After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment and utensils shall be air-dried.
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed air curtain at walk in cooler and walk in freezer in need of repair or replacement. Advised to repair or replace. CA: Non-food contact surfaces shall be in good repair.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed numerous non-food contact surfaces throughout facility (ovens, fryers, bins, etc.) Advised to clean. CA: Non-food contact surfaces shall be kept clean.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Grease build-up on ceiling tiles and walls in kitchen, Grease build-up on ceiling in dry storage room, floor tiles throughout kitchen in multiple areas in need of repair and regrouting. Build-up present throughout floors in kitchen, dry storage room and walk in freezer. Bottom of doors to walk in cooler and walk in freezer is damaged and in need of repair. Table tops in lobby area damaged and in need of repair for multiple Ceiling in ladies restroom the paint is peeling and in need of repainting. Advised to repair. CA: Floors, walls, and ceilings shall be kept clean or in good repair.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed employee personal belongings stored on top of facility container of knives. Advised to relocate. CA: Employee personal belongings shall be kept in designated areas.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed visible light at base of backdoor. Also observed backdoor being kept open when not in use. Advised PIC to repair shall be tight fitted without gaps or openings. PIC closed back door. CA: Outer openings shall be protected.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
61
Nov 25, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed build-up present on dough mixing machine food contact areas. Advised dough machine shall be free of accumulations .
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed Employees eating food on tables where single service food containers are stored. Advised employees shall have separate break area from area used to store food or single service items COS- PIC moved items.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Build -up present on shelves and lower counter shelves, sides and tops of fryers, inside and exterior of food warmers, and on bulk item containers. Shall be free of accumulation.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Grease build-up on ceiling tiles and walls in kitchen, Grease build-up on ceiling in dry storage room, floor tiles throughout kitchen in multiple areas in need of repair and regrouting. Build-up present throughout floors in kitchen, dry storage room and walk in freezer. Ceiling tiles damaged in lobby and in kitchen and ice machine area. Bottom of doors to walk in cooler and walk in freezer is damaged and in need of repair. Table tops in lobby area damaged and in need of repair for multiple Ceiling in ladies restroom the paint is peeling and in need of repainting. Wall paper in lobby is loose from was
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed visible light at base of backdoor . Advised PIC to repair shall be tight fitted without gaps or openings.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
74
Apr 23, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS food measuring temperatures above 41 degrees. CA: Cold holding TCS food shall be maintained at 41 degrees or below. PIC had worker discard items
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed ice scoops stored on top of ice machine on unclean surface, buildup present on dough mixing machine food contact areas. Advised scoops shall be stored on clean surfaces and dough machine shall be free of accumulations .
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Build -up present on shelves and lower counter shelves, sides and tops of fryers, inside and exterior of food warmers, Grease build up on hood vent and hood vent screens and on bulk item containers. Shall be free of accumulation.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Grease build-up on ceiling tiles and walls in kitchen, Grease build-up on ceiling in dry storage room, floor tiles throughout kitchen in multiple areas in need of repair and regrouting. Build-up present throughout floors in kitchen, dry storage room and walk in freezer. Ceiling tiles damaged in lobby and in kitchen and ice machine area. Bottom of doors to walk in cooler and walk in freezer is damaged and in need of repair. Table tops in lobby area damaged and in need of repair for multiple Ceiling in ladies restroom the paint is peeling and in need of repainting. Wall paper in lobby is loose from was
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed visible light at base of backdoor . Advised PIC to repair shall be tight fitted without gaps or openings.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Annie Laura's Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Annie Laura's Kitchen on file is from Apr 22, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Annie Laura's Kitchen?
Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, and animals not present” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Annie Laura's Kitchen.
How does Annie Laura's Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Riverdale?
Annie Laura's Kitchen most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Riverdale average of 90.
Has Annie Laura's Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Annie Laura's Kitchen have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Annie Laura's Kitchen 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 Annie Laura's Kitchen inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Annie Laura's Kitchen is inspected around three times per year on average.
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