Blues City Cafe
Last inspected: Apr 14, 2026
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Score
There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just one so far. The most recent report on file is from Apr 14, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
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Inspection History
Apr 14, 2026
Food Service Establishment Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Inspector notes: Black build up is present in the soda gun nozzles at the bar. Please wash, rinse, and sanitize nozzles.
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Tamales are date marked for 4/4 and 4/4. They are being discarded because, based on the date marking, they are being held past their 7 day maximum. PIC stated that they were freshly made and a new label was not added.
Handwashing sinks properly supplied and adequate
Inspector notes: Paper towel dispenser is inoperable at hand sink in the cook line area. COS Handwashing signs were provided for all hand sinks.
Thermometers provided and accurate
Inspector notes: Hanging thermometer is missing from Avantco reach in cooler.
In-use utensil; properly stored
Inspector notes: Tongs are improperly stored on Southbend grill handle. Please store tongs in a way that will prevent contamination.
Compliance with TN Non-Smoker Protection Act
Inspector notes: Please post a "no smoking" sign at all entrances.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Blues City Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Blues City Cafe on file is from Apr 14, 2026. The public record contains one inspection in total.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Blues City Cafe means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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