Altitude
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
50
Score
Inspectors have visited Altitude 19 times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 25, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “roach activity present as evidenced”, which has been cited six times.
Altitude's latest score of 50 falls below the Jacksonville average of 74. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
19
Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Observed establishment open, operating, and selling food to the public with no license. Violations placed on warning during time of licensing inspection. **Warning**
50-08-7
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed; 5 live roaches on floor around standing reach in cooler at corner of kitchen. 3 live roaches on floor around water heater at corner of kitchen. 3 live roaches on floor in various exposed parts of center of kitchen. 1 live roach on wall in office area. 3 live roaches in small crevice of door frame leading into office. 1 live roach on chest reach in freezer lid. Approximately 30 live roaches in hollowed out metal casing around metallic wire protectors in between 2 flip top coolers on cook line. **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed approximately 50 roach droppings in hollowed out metal casing around metallic wire protectors in between 2 flip top coolers on cook line. **Warning**
35A-23-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef with no date marking stored in reach in cooler at end of cook line. Person in charge stated it was cooked sometime in past 2 days.
02C-02-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed; grease and food debris build up on floor throughout kitchen area and near water heater. Grease build up and stains on walls near cook line. Grease build up and stains on ceiling throughout kitchen.
36-73-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair on cook line.
36-17-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris build up on reach in cooler door gaskets on cook line.
23-03-4
50
Nov 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink by kitchen entrance.
31B-03-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed 1 employee on cook line engaging in food preparation while wearing a bracelet.
13-07-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled floor behind standing reach in cooler on cook line. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on all reach in cooler doors. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef being thawed on prep table at room temperature. Person in charge moved raw beef to three compartment sink and turned on cold running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Utensils in poor condition. Observed multiple knives with chipped tips hanging on knife storage near three compartment sink.
14-12-4
70
Oct 7, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Observed black wastewater overflowing from floor drains in front of standing reach in freezer near rear exit. When hand wash sink near kitchen entrance turns on wastewater backs up from drain. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: At callback observed no change. Work order has been submitted for fix to plumbing in 2 weeks. **Time Extended**
28-26-5
86
Sep 4, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed opened box of raw chicken tenders stored on top of opened box of raw fish in chest freezer on cook line. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed; 1 live roach on wall behind hot water heater. 1 live roach on piping near floor behind got water heater. 1 live roach behind hand wash sink near kitchen entrance. 2 live roaches on floor at very corner of wooden dry storage shelving by office entrance. 1 live roach on bottom shelf of wooden dry storage shelving in office area. 4 live roaches underneath plywood plank nailed to bottom shelf of wooden dry storage shelving in office. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Observed black wastewater overflowing from floor drains in front of standing reach in freezer near rear exit. When hand wash sink near kitchen entrance turns on wastewater backs up from drain. **Warning**
28-26-5
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee rinse hands in mop sink then engage in food preparation. Inspector educated employee proper handwashing procedures. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef with no date marking day it was prepared in standing reach in freezer near rear exit.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with chemical inside stored between dish area and standing reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed; Approximately 40 dead roaches on floor near hot water heater at corner of kitchen. 20 dead roaches on floor under standing reach in cooler on back side of cook line. 5 dead roaches in office area by doorway. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Floor, walls, and/or ceiling soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed; soiled floors around water heater. Soiled walls at far end of cook line behind standing reach in cooler. Soiled ceiling tiles throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on all reach in cooler doors throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed multiple containers of food items in standing reach in freezer with no covering.
08B-12-5
39
Jul 1, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jun 30, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 1 rodent dropping on ground behind hot water heater. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-25: At callback observed no evidence of rodent droppings. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-27: At callback observed no evidence of rodent droppings. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-30: At callback observed no evidence of rodent droppings. **Time Extended**
35A-04-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed; 1 live roach on piping of hot water heater next to reach in cooler. 3 live roaches under old chips on ground around water heater next to standing reach in cooler. 2 live roaches on ground in front of and under hot water heater. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-25: At callback observed 3 live roaches on wall behind water heater. Protective covering for wall is becoming detached leaving a space between wall and covering that roaches are residing. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-27: At callback observed; 2 live roaches at door joint juncture on reach in cooler door at end of cook line. 3+ live roaches between metal welding at prep table on flip top cooler. 5+ live roaches at cylinder corner juncture on the underside of middle prep shelf on flip top cooler. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-30: At callback observed; 2 live roaches on top of standing reach in cooler by mop sink. 2 live roaches in mop sink near rear exit. 2 live roaches on wall behind mop sink. 1 live roach on floor by hand wash sink near kitchen entrance 1 live roach on wall by reach in cooler in server station. **Admin Complaint**
35A-05-4
74
Jun 27, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed; 1 live roach on piping of hot water heater next to reach in cooler. 3 live roaches under old chips on ground around water heater next to standing reach in cooler. 2 live roaches on ground in front of and under hot water heater. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-25: At callback observed 3 live roaches on wall behind water heater. Protective covering for wall is becoming detached leaving a space between wall and covering that roaches are residing. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-27: At callback observed; 2 live roaches at door joint juncture on reach in cooler door at end of cook line. 3+ live roaches between metal welding at prep table on flip top cooler. 5+ live roaches at cylinder corner juncture on the underside of middle prep shelf on flip top cooler. **Admin Complaint**
35A-05-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 1 rodent dropping on ground behind hot water heater. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-25: At callback observed no evidence of rodent droppings. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-27: At callback observed no evidence of rodent droppings. **Time Extended**
35A-04-4
74
Jun 25, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed; 1 live roach on piping of hot water heater next to reach in cooler. 3 live roaches under old chips on ground around water heater next to standing reach in cooler. 2 live roaches on ground in front of and under hot water heater. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-25: At callback observed 3 live roaches on wall behind water heater. Protective covering for wall is becoming detached leaving a space between wall and covering that roaches are residing. **Admin Complaint**
35A-05-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 1 rodent dropping on ground behind hot water heater. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-25: At callback observed no evidence of rodent droppings. **Time Extended**
35A-04-4
74
Jun 24, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed; 1 live roach on piping of hot water heater next to reach in cooler. 3 live roaches under old chips on ground around water heater next to standing reach in cooler. 2 live roaches on ground in front of and under hot water heater. **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 1 rodent dropping on ground behind hot water heater. **Warning**
35A-04-4
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. Observed one gallon of milk with no date marking person in charge stated was opened 2 days prior. **Repeat Violation**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with chemical inside stored . Person in charge stated chemical was oven cleaner and labeled accordingly. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board with grooves and no longer smooth and easily cleanable stored on cook line.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone stored on prep shelf above prep table on cook line. **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor, walls, and/or ceiling soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed; soiled ceiling tiles throughout kitchen. Soiled walls behind and around cook line. Excess grease and debris build up on ground around hot water heater and reach in coolers nearby.
36-73-4
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed dumpster at rear of establishment directly on grassy area.
33-23-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on all reach in cooler doors.
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed self-closing arm missing in door at rear exit of kitchen causing door to be unable to self-close.
35B-03-4
45
Apr 16, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 15, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Rodent rub marks present along walls/ceilings. Observed rub marks along wall and down piping leading to top of water heater in corner of establishment. Rub marks follow a trail to a covered hole in roof that has observable chew marks through it and rub marks around. **Warning**
35A-18-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed; cooked tripe at temperatures of 48-51F stored with covered lid in standing reach in cooler next to cook line. Per person in charge tripe was cooked two days prior and was not removed from reach in cooler for any reason. Cooked carne asada at temperatures of 45-47F stored with covered lid in standing reach in cooler next to cook line. Per person in charge carne asada was cooked one day prior and was not removed from reach in cooler for any reason. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed; cooked tripe at temperatures of 48-51F stored with covered lid in standing reach in cooler next to cook line. Per person in charge tripe was cooked two days prior and was not removed from reach in cooler for any reason. Cooked carne asada at temperatures of 45-47F stored with covered lid in standing reach in cooler next to cook line. Per person in charge carne asada was cooked one day prior and was not removed from reach in cooler for any reason. Cooked tripe (48-51F - Cooling); Cooked carne asada (45-47F - Cooling) **Warning**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed produce in produce reach in cooler on front side of cook line. **Warning**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 30+ rodent droppings on ground around water heater in kitchen area. Water heater is in corner of kitchen between standing reach in coolers. Person in charge began cleaning area with droppings. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
35A-04-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed all kept oyster tags with no date marking last date served.
01C-03-4
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. Observed one opened gallon of milk with no date marking stored in produce reach in cooler on front side of cook line. Person in charge stated milk was opened 2 days prior.
02C-03-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink by rear exit of kitchen. Person in charge provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink at kitchen entrance. Person in charge provided soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone stored on shelf above flip top cooler. Person in charge removed cell phone. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed clear plastic container with visible moisture stacked on top of another container and unable to air dry.
24-08-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed visibly wet wiping cloth stored under cutting board stored on cook line.
21-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood filters above cook line.
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed self-closing device missing for rear exit of kitchen causing door to be unable to self-close.
35B-03-4
Basic - Utensils in poor condition. Observed knife with broken tip of blade stored on knife rack next to three compartment sink. Person in charge voluntarily discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
14-12-4
23
Sep 19, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 7 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed bags of raw beef stored over opened bags of cooked crab legs in reach in freezer.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee handle raw shrimp and then handle single service items without changing gloves. Instructor coached employee proper glove changing procedure. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-09-4
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. Observed gallon of milk in reach in cooler on server station opened with no date mark. Employee could not indicate when it was opened. **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. Observed person in charge unable to provide written procedures for response to vomit or diarrhea.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed pan of carne asada on prep station across from cook line at 98F employee stated was cooked 30 minutes prior. Person in charge indicated it was cooling before being put into reach in cooler. Retemp 20 minutes later was 97F. Person in charge placed carne asada in ice bath. **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-15-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board on flip top cooler across from cook line soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinse off raw shrimp in hand wash sink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink by kitchen entrance.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled bottle of yellow chemical on bottom shelf by three compartment sink.
41-17-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board on flip top cooler across from cook line.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed opened employee water bottle on shelf across from ovens stored next to food items.
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on shelf above flip top coolers on cook line.
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple clear plastic containers stacked with visible evidence of moisture build up between each. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Floor, walls, ceiling soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed; soiled floors around ovens and flat top grill station. Soiled walls behind flat top grill station. Soiled ceilings in kitchen area throughout. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle stored in ice machine with handle in direct contact with ice.
10-08-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed; soiled hood filters. Soiled gaskets on reach in cooler across from cook station. Soiled handle on reach in cooler by three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed secondary/metal back door of establishment unable to self close. Primary back door propped open. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
25
Apr 9, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
23
Aug 17, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 15, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
27
Jul 12, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Dec 8, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Operator applied for license with no plan review, changes made in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-05: Per operator they have submitted plans but none are on file, per phone call with pan review plans have been submitted but they need a completed plan review application, inspector instructed operator on how to find and submit plan review application. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-08: Per phone call with Brianna at plan review they do not have any plans or application from the current owner. Per operator they have submitted plans but can not find any proof of plans or show where or when they sent them. Inspector showed operator where to submit plans online and gave plan review requirements handout. **Admin Complaint**
50-08-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. On kitchen area, Operator removed dish machine, moved triple sinks, removed wok station, added flattop, added additional fryers. In front area, added reach-in freezers and reach-in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-05: Per operator they have submitted plans but none are on file, per phone call with pan review plans have been submitted but they need a completed plan review application, inspector instructed operator on how to find and submit plan review application. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-08: Per phone call with Brianna at plan review they do not have any plans or application from the current owner. Per operator they have submitted plans but can not find any proof of plans or show where or when they sent them. Inspector showed operator where to submit plans online and gave plan review requirements handout. **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
78
Sep 13, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Altitude last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Altitude on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains 19 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Altitude?
Across the inspection record, “roach activity present as evidenced” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Altitude.
How does Altitude compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
Altitude most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has Altitude's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Altitude have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Altitude means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Altitude inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Altitude is inspected around five times per year on average.
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