Repeat ProblemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Smoothie King At Bethesda Ave last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Dec 18, 2025. The result listed by Montgomery County HHS was “Pass”.
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?
2 inspections on record, from May 29, 2025 to Dec 18, 2025.
Has Smoothie King At Bethesda Ave ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 2 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated May 29, 2025.
The Full Inspection History
2 inspections
Comprehensive
Dec 18, 2025
Pass
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.
Official record from Montgomery County HHS, Dec 18, 2025 · Original Source
Monitoring
May 29, 2025
Pass
4 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.
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.
minorCode nosmoking_sign_postedPermits, training, and postings
Official Wording
Nosmoking Sign Posted: Not In Compliance
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.
minorCode trans_fat_banPermits, training, and postings
Official Wording
Trans Fat Ban: Not In Compliance
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.