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When was Hamilton Academy last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Sep 1, 2026. The result listed by Detroit Health Department was “Not in compliance”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
9 inspections on record, from Oct 20, 2023 to Sep 1, 2026.
Has Hamilton Academy ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 9 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Oct 20, 2023.
The Full Inspection History
9 inspections
Routine Inspection
Sep 1, 2026
Not in compliance
1 recorded violation
majorCode 4-601.11Food temperature
Official Wording
(A) EQUIPMENT FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES and UTENSILS shall be clean to sight and touch. (Pf) (B) The FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of cooking EQUIPMENT and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. (C) NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, FOOD residue, and other debris.
Inspector’s Notes
Soiled
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.
Official record from Detroit Health Department, Sep 1, 2026 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Mar 9, 2026
In compliance
2 recorded violations
majorCode 4-302.12Food temperature
Official Wording
(A) FOOD TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICES shall be provided and readily accessible for use in ensuring attainment and maintenance of FOOD temperatures as specified under Chapter 3. (Pf) (B) A TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE with a suitable small-diameter probe that is designed to measure the temperature of thin masses shall be provided and readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin FOODS such as MEAT patties and FISH filets. (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Not provided
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 2-201.12Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
The PERSON IN CHARGE shall: Exclude or restrict employees with symptom of illness or past illness as required by the code.(P)
Inspector’s Notes
Failed to restrict sick/ill employee(s)
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.
Official record from Detroit Health Department, Mar 9, 2026 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Sep 29, 2025
In compliance
1 recorded violation
majorCode 4-601.11Food temperature
Official Wording
(A) EQUIPMENT FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES and UTENSILS shall be clean to sight and touch. (Pf) (B) The FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of cooking EQUIPMENT and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. (C) NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, FOOD residue, and other debris.
Inspector’s Notes
Soiled
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 test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of SANITIZING solutions shall be provided. (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Not provided
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.