Genuine Foods
Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026
64
Score
The health department has logged seven inspections at Genuine Foods, the earliest from 2023. The most recent visit was on Mar 17, 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 five violations each time.
The pattern that stands out is “insects, rodents & animals not present”, which has been cited seven times.
Restaurants in Riverside average 82, so Genuine Foods trails the local norm. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 17, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was 0 parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be 200 - 400 ppm. Service call to be placed. Employees are to use bleach at proper concentration in the 3-bay sink.
4-501.114
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (serving utensils) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served. An employee certified through an approved food safety management course must register with RIDOH Center for Food Protection as the Certified Food Safety Manager. Per interview, application has been submitted.
2-102.12(A)
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The doors to the side of the kitchen near the ice machine are not tight-fitting. Space observed between the 2 doors at the bottom. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Rice scoop was observed stored in stagnant water between uses. Utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location.
3-304.12
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine have an accumulation of black residue and other debris. Ice machine is to be cleaned.
4-602.13
64
Oct 16, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served. Establishment has employee who has successfully completed an approved food safety management course. Employee must register with RIDOH Center for Food Protection as the Certified Food Safety Manager.
2-102.12(A)
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The doors to the outside, located to the side of the kitchen near the ice machines, are not tight-fitting. Space observed between the 2 doors at the bottom. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Hot water faucet handle of the handsink in the dishwasher area is in poor repair, unable to turn the water off. Faucet handle must be repaired. In addition, the condenser unit of walk-in #2 is in poor repair. Large amount of ice build-up observed. Walk-in condenser unit must be repaired.
4-501.11
78
Mar 17, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the dishwasher.
4-302.14
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Working containers of dry ingredients observed not labeled with the common name of the food. Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages, such as flour, herbs, salt, sugar, and spices must be labeled with the common name of the food.
3-302.12
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The doors to the outside, located at the side of the kitchen near the ice machines, are not tight-fitting. Space observed at the bottom between the 2 doors. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Utensils (forks) in the cafeteria observed displayed with the lip surface up. Utensils are to be stored so that only the handles are touched by employees and consumers if consumer self-service is provided.
4-903.11(A)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The fan guards of the condenser unit in walk-in cooler #1 observed to have an accumulation of dust and dirt. Fan guards must be cleaned.
4-602.13
74
Oct 9, 2024
Re-Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The doors to the outside, located to the side of the kitchen (near the ice machines), are not tight-fitting. Space observed between the 2 doors. Maintenance is working on repairing the doors. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: Some of the individual cutting boards are very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced. New cutting boards have been ordered.
4-501.12
90
Sep 30, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Ambient temperature of walk-in cooler #2 observed at 48 degrees F. Butter in this unit observed with temperature of 44 degrees F. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. TCS foods were relocated to walk-in cooler #1. Service call placed.
3-501.16(A)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Inspector notes: Sanitizer of the 3-bay sink observed at 0 ppm. Sanitizer must be at proper sanitizing concentration per manufacturer's instruction. 3-bay sink cannot be used to sanitize until it is serviced and reaching proper sanitizing concentration. Service call placed.
4-501.114
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (knives, tongs) were observed with an accumulation of dried food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Spray bottle used for storing chemical taken from bulk supplies was not marked with the common name of the chemical.
7-102.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The doors to the outside, located to the side of the kitchen (near ice machines), are not tight-fitting. Space observed between the 2 doors and at the bottom. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: Some of the individual cutting boards and cutting boards of the prep units are very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized or discarded and replaced if they are not capable of being resurfaced.
4-501.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Prep unit #1 observed in poor repair. It is not currently being used. Equipment must be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
52
Mar 5, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Prep unit #1 observed with an ambient temperature of 43 degrees Fahrenheit. Product in this unit observed with temperatures of 43 degrees F. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. TCS foods were relocated to a properly functioning unit and service call placed. TCS foods are not to be stored in this unit until it is maintaining a consistent temperature at/below 41 degrees F.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Salads, sandwiches, and oats packaged in the food establishment are lacking labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address. Recipe/allergen book is available on-site and labels are in the process of being made. Foods prepared and packaged by the facility cannot be stored for sale in the grab and go unit until they can be properly labeled.
3-602.11
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Working containers of dry ingredients are not labeled with the common name of the food. Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages, such as flour, herbs, salt, sugar, and spices must be labeled with the common name of the food.
3-302.12
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The doors to the outside, located to the left of the kitchen (near ice machines), are not tight-fitting. Space observed between and at the bottom of the 2 doors. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
64
Dec 28, 2023
Opening
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The doors to the outside, located on either side of the kitchen, are not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Genuine Foods last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Genuine Foods on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Genuine Foods?
Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents & animals not present” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Genuine Foods.
How does Genuine Foods compare to other restaurants in Riverside?
Genuine Foods most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Riverside average of 82.
Has Genuine Foods' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Genuine Foods have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Genuine Foods 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 Genuine Foods inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Genuine Foods is inspected around three times per year on average.
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