SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Costco Wholesale #438 last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 8, 2026. The result listed by Sacramento County Environmental Management Department was “PASS”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
6 inspections on record, from Jan 26, 2024 to Oct 8, 2026.
Has Costco Wholesale #438 ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 6 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jan 26, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
6 inspections
Routine
Oct 8, 2026
PASS
1 recorded violation
notedCode —Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Hot and cold water supply
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
Official record from Sacramento County Environmental Management Department, Oct 8, 2026 · Original Source
Routine
Mar 25, 2026
PASS
1 recorded violation
notedCode —Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
WAREWASHING AND SANITIZING PROCEDURES
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Sacramento County Environmental Management Department, Mar 25, 2026 · Original Source
Routine
Oct 17, 2025
PASS
1 recorded violation
notedCode —Food temperature
Official Wording
HOT AND COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.