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Quick Answers
When was Scalessas last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 19, 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: 4 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
3 inspections on record, from May 14, 2025 to Oct 19, 2026.
Has Scalessas ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 3 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated May 14, 2025.
The Full Inspection History
3 inspections
Routine
Oct 19, 2026
Violations recorded
4 recorded violations
notedCode 2-102.12Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
Certified Food Protection Manager
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition
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.
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
Official record from Delaware Division of Public Health – Office of Food Protection, Oct 19, 2026 · Original Source
Routine
May 28, 2025
Violations recorded
8 recorded violations
notedCode 2-102.12Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
Certified Food Protection Manager
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
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.
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.
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.
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
Official record from Delaware Division of Public Health – Office of Food Protection, May 28, 2025 · Original Source
Routine
May 14, 2025
Violations recorded
12 recorded violations
notedCode 3-602.11Food source and labeling
Official Wording
Food Labels
In Plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
Responsibility of Permit Holder, Person in Charge, and Conditional Employees
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance
In Plain English
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.
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.
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.
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.
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.