More Issues RecentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was The Backyard last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 6, 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?
8 inspections on record, from Oct 5, 2023 to Oct 6, 2026.
Has The Backyard ever been closed by the health department?
The records we hold show 2 closures, most recently on May 29, 2025.
The Full Inspection History
8 inspections
Routine
Oct 6, 2026
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.
Official record from Sacramento County Environmental Management Department, Oct 6, 2026 · Original Source
Routine
Feb 18, 2026
PASS
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Sacramento County Environmental Management Department, Feb 18, 2026 · Original Source
Follow-Up
May 30, 2025
PASS
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Sacramento County Environmental Management Department, May 30, 2025 · Original Source
Routine
May 29, 2025
CLOSED
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
1 recorded violation
notedCode —Pests
Official Wording
VERMIN AND ANIMAL CONTAMINATION
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Official record from Sacramento County Environmental Management Department, May 29, 2025 · Original Source
Routine
Feb 5, 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.
Official record from Sacramento County Environmental Management Department, Feb 5, 2025 · Original Source
Follow-Up
Jun 5, 2024
PASS
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Sacramento County Environmental Management Department, Jun 5, 2024 · Original Source
Routine
Jun 4, 2024
CLOSED
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
1 recorded violation
notedCode —Pests
Official Wording
VERMIN AND ANIMAL CONTAMINATION
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.