Crown Chicken & Gyro
Last inspected: May 6, 2026
29
Score
The health department has logged four inspections at Crown Chicken & Gyro, the earliest from 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on May 6, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 14 violations per visit versus roughly four violations earlier in the record.
“Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
The city-wide average sits at 72, which Crown Chicken & Gyro's 29 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
4
Inspections
5
Critical latest
1
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 6, 2026
Routine
5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 14 violations
Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector notes: Opened commercially processed, ready-to-eat food (meats and cheeses), located in the reach-in refrigerator, was not marked with the date it was opened. New Violation.
46.385(b)
Food separated & protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the following: - Raw chicken stored on top of raw fish in walk-in cooler - Raw chicken stored next to raw shrimp in reach-in refrigerator - Uncovered raw chicken inside of reach-in refrigerator Corrected on Site: Items were reorganized and covered upon request.
46.281
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
Inspector notes: Working containers in warewash and food prep area, used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies, were not marked with the common name of the chemical. New Violation.
46.1002
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed bucket with raw chicken thawing and utensils inside of handwashing sink. Corrected on Site: Items were removed upon request.
46.825(a)
Food obtained from approved source
Inspector notes: Food facility Person in Charge not able to provide documentation that cakes and desserts are from an approved source. New Violation.
46.211
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed the following: - Cleaning needed on prep table near fryers due to mouse droppings - Cleaning needed on prep table where microwaves are stored due to mouse droppings New Violation.
46.712
Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: Observed chicken thawing in standing water inside of handwashing sink. New Violation.
46.383
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Prepackaged macaroni and cheese, seafood salad and pasta salad is not labeled properly with the name of product, ingredient statement, net weight, distributed by statement and/or nutritional facts. New Violation.
46.422
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of rodent and insect activity (mouse droppings and flies) observed in the food prep and POS area. New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Observed no splash guard between sanitizer compartment of three compartment sink and prep sink New Violation.
46.323
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Observed the following: - Inoperable pizza oven in food prep area. - Light not working in reach-in refrigerator in food prep area. New Violation.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed the following: - Cleaning needed due to mouse droppings on shelving in POS area - Cleaning needed due to mouse droppings on shelving next to hot holding unit - Cleaning needed on chemical shelving near three compartment sink - Ice accumulation in chest freezer in food prep area - Dust accumulation on fan inside of walk-in cooler New Violation.
46.714
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Observed dust accumulation on vent in restroom. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Observed the following: - Cleaning needed underneath three compartment sink due to mouse droppings - Cleaning needed on perimeters of dining/retail area due to mouse droppings - Cleaning needed underneath inoperable pizza oven in food prep area - Cleaning needed in between slot machines and reach-in refrigerators in retail/dining area New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
29
Apr 28, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Non NSF/ANSI microwave and chest freezer New Violation.
46.671
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: The following observations were noted: -A indirect waste drain was not observed at the food prep sink. -Handwash sink observed leaking from the drain pipe in the restroom area. New Violation.
46.822
90
Sep 12, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Slicer has an accumulation of food residue on the food contact surfaces and is not being washed, rinsed and sanitized at least every 4 hours. Corrective action: PIC washed, rinsed and sanitized slicer during the time of inspection.
46.712
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Hot holding unit observed being stored outside on a table under a tent. Corrective action: PIC removed hot holding unit from outside during the time of inspection.
46.341
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Domestic non-NSF ANSI chest freezer observed in the kitchen. New Violation.
46.671
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: A airgap was not observed at the food prep sink, coffee machine and steam table. New Violation.
46.822
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employee clothing items and bags observed being stored under food prep table in the food prep area. Corrective action: PIC removed clothing articles and bags during the time of inspection.
46.945
74
Aug 7, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: The food facility did not have a handwash sink conveniently located in the front food service area. The person in charge was instructed to take corrective action New Violation.
46.941(a)-(e)
Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous ready to eat food (chicken, pork, beef), prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours, located in the walk-in cooler, was not date marked. Person in charge was instructed to take corrective action New Violation.
46.385(b)
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Ice build up observed in chest freezer in the kitchen. New Violation.
46.714
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of insect activity (flies) observed throughout the facility. Person in charge was advised to contact an exterminator New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Moist wiping cloths observed lying on the counter and not stored in sanitizing solution. New Violation.
46.304
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing. New Violation.
46.672
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Crown Chicken & Gyro last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Crown Chicken & Gyro on file is from May 6, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Crown Chicken & Gyro?
Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Crown Chicken & Gyro.
Has Crown Chicken & Gyro's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Crown Chicken & Gyro have averaged around 14 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Crown Chicken & Gyro 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 Crown Chicken & Gyro inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Crown Chicken & Gyro is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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