Repeat ProblemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Bethesda Elementary last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 23, 2025. The result listed by Montgomery County HHS was “Pass”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 2 violations recorded, including 2 marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
2 inspections on record, from Mar 14, 2025 to Oct 23, 2025.
Has Bethesda Elementary ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 2 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Mar 14, 2025.
The Full Inspection History
2 inspections
Comprehensive
Oct 23, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
criticalCode cold_holding_temperatureFood temperature
Official Wording
Cold Holding Temperature: Corrected Onsite
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.
criticalCode hot_and_cold_running_water_providedWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Hot And Cold Running Water Provided: Corrected Onsite
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 Montgomery County HHS, Oct 23, 2025 · Original Source
Monitoring
Mar 14, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
criticalCode hot_holding_temperatureFood temperature
Official Wording
Hot Holding Temperature: Corrected Onsite
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.
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.