Chapters Living of Canton
Last inspected: Mar 10, 2026
21
Score
The health department has logged three inspections at Chapters Living of Canton, the earliest from 2025. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 10, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around five violations to closer to 15 violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “proper hot holding temperatures”, which has been cited three times.
By comparison, the average Canton facility scores 86, putting Chapters Living of Canton on the weaker side. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
3
Inspections
6
Critical latest
4
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 10, 2026
Routine
6 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations. 11 corrected on site.
View 15 violations
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed baked potatoes being hot held at 120°F and steam table. There was no water in steam table. Also observed burger patties being held at room temperature and temping 88°F . Both items from lunch with the intention to serve again at dinner. TCS foods must be hot held at 135°F or above. COS by reheating.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed sausage patties prepped 2/28 stored in walk-in cooler. A food that requires datemarking shall be discarded if it: (i) Exceeds 7 days, not including the time that the product is frozen; P (ii) Is in a container or package that does not bear a date or day; P or (iii) Is inappropriately marked with a date or day that exceeds 7 days . P COS by discarding.
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed milk that expired 3/7 stored in refrigerator located in activity room. Also observed cottage cheese that expired 3/2 stored in walk-in cooler. Prepackaged sandwiches, eggs, infant formula, shucked oysters, milk, and time/temperature control safety foods that are labeled as “keep refrigerated” and that are for sale or service to the consumer or used as an ingredient in other foods shall be immediately discarded and shall not be sold, served, or used after the manufacturer’s expiration date or the sell-by date. COS by discarding.
511-6-1.04(8)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed person in charge drop knife on the floor then take knife to three compartment sink to only sanitize then immediately rinse with water. Dirty dishes must be washed with soap, rinsed in water, and then sanitize for at least 15 seconds. Sanitized dishes must air-dry. COS by returning knife to warewash area and grabbing a new knife to use.
511-6-1.05(8)(a)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed butter packs and heavy cream being cold held above 41°F. Temperature were go ahead 80°F and 64°F, respectively. TCS foods must be cold held at 41 or below. COS by discarding.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods in walk-in cooler being cold held about 41°F due to door being left a jar. Ambient temperature of unit with door a jar was around 44°F and ambient temperature of unit with door closed was around 37°F. [SEA TEMPERATURE OBSERVATIONS]. Corrected on site by shutting door.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
Inspector notes: Observed no verifiable employee health policy for kitchen staff and resident assistants.
511-6-1.03(2)(o)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed pink and black mold along interior portions of bulk ice machine. Ice machine must be emptied, cleaned, and sanitize within 72 hours. Must increase cleaning frequency to a rate that precludes mold accumulations.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several utensils stored as clean but visibly dirty. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. COS by rewashing.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed ham, sausage links, and cut melons prepared on previous days not date marked. TCS food store longer than 24 hours must be dated. COS by discarding.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed uncovered employee drink stored in food prep area. Employee drinks must be in a disposable cup with a straw and a lid and stored away from the food prep area. COS by moving.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed most recent inspection report not posted in public view. The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. Today's score must be posted.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed food service permit not posted in public view. Post the permit in a location in the food service establishment that is conspicuous to consumers. Must post.
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed dead insect trapped in cap of milk gallon in reach-in cooler. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: 1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; 2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; 3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; Pf and 4. Eliminating harborage conditions. COS by discarding.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed back door left wide open. Outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (i) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; (ii) Closed, tight-fitting windows; and (iii) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. COS by closing door.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
21
Apr 28, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed unwrapped apples in front snack/coffee area.
511-6-1.04(4)(u)
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
Inspector notes: Observed no verifiable employee health policy for kitchen staff and resident assistants.
511-6-1.03(2)(o)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed severely dented can at hermetic seal not properly segregated. Can was supposedly being returned to supplier.
511-6-1.07(4)(c)
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed no chlorine test strips for dish machine.
511-6-1.05(3)(h)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed significant mold build-up on food storage shelves in walk-in cooler.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed plastic utensils in front snack/coffee area improperly stop with lip-contact part facing upward.
511-6-1.05(10)(g)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed areas of low grout throughout kitchen area. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. Floors must be regrouted.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
55
Jan 23, 2025
Initial
2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed dish washer not dispensing the sanitizer. Must use dish sink until the dish washer gets fixed. Observed the concentration of the quat sanitizer at 0ppm in the dish sink as well as in the sanitizer buckets. Must be between 200and 400ppm. COS by making a new solution.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed facility does not have chlorine test strips to check the sanitizer concentration for the dish washer.
511-6-1.05(3)(h)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed in use utensils such as spatulas and whisks held in cold water. Must either cold hold them below 41 degrees in the cooler or hot hold in the water above 135 degrees or cleaned and sanitized every 4 hours. Make sure to write the time and date on the container if cleaning and sanitizing every 4 hours. COS by placing these utensils in the 3 compartment sink.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chapters Living of Canton last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chapters Living of Canton on file is from Mar 10, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chapters Living of Canton?
Across the inspection record, “proper hot holding temperatures” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Chapters Living of Canton.
How does Chapters Living of Canton compare to other restaurants in Canton?
Chapters Living of Canton most recently scored 21 out of 100, which is lower than the Canton average of 86.
Has Chapters Living of Canton's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Chapters Living of Canton have averaged around 15 violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Chapters Living of Canton 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.
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