Repeat ProblemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Five Below last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Jan 16, 2026. The result listed by Montgomery County HHS was “Fail”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded, including 1 marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
5 inspections on record, from Sep 26, 2024 to Jan 16, 2026.
Has Five Below ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 5 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Sep 26, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
5 inspections
Reinspection
Jan 16, 2026
Fail
1 recorded violation
criticalCode rodents_and_insectsPests
Official Wording
Rodents And Insects: Not In Compliance Repeat Violation
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 Montgomery County HHS, Jan 16, 2026 · Original Source
Visit/No Action
Jan 12, 2026
Fail
1 recorded violation
criticalCode rodents_and_insectsPests
Official Wording
Rodents And Insects: Not In Compliance
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.
Food Protected From Contamination: Not In Compliance
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.
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.
Food Protected From Contamination: Not In Compliance
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.
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.