SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Above the Dunes last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Aug 18, 2026. The result listed by Delaware Division of Public Health – Office of Food Protection was “Violations recorded”.
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?
3 inspections on record, from Apr 9, 2025 to Aug 18, 2026.
Has Above the Dunes ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 3 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Apr 9, 2025.
The Full Inspection History
3 inspections
Routine
Aug 18, 2026
Violations recorded
1 recorded violation
notedCode 6-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
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.
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.