More Issues RecentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Dover Downs-Best Odds last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Jun 12, 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: 2 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
3 inspections on record, from Jun 23, 2025 to Jun 12, 2026.
Has Dover Downs-Best Odds ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 3 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jun 23, 2025.
The Full Inspection History
3 inspections
Routine
Jun 12, 2026
Violations recorded
2 recorded violations
notedCode 3-302.11Other
Official Wording
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises
In Plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
Official record from Delaware Division of Public Health – Office of Food Protection, Jun 12, 2026 · Original Source
Routine
Dec 29, 2025
Violations recorded
1 recorded violation
notedCode 2-402.11Employee health and hygiene
Official Wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints
In Plain English
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.
Official record from Delaware Division of Public Health – Office of Food Protection, Dec 29, 2025 · Original Source
Routine
Jun 23, 2025
Violations recorded
2 recorded violations
notedCode 3-403.11Food temperature
Official Wording
Reheating for Hot Holding
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.
Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils
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.