McKinney, TX

Ruth Dowell Ms Cafeteria

301 S Ridge Rd

Last inspected Sep 15, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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3 demerits

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Quick Answers

When was Ruth Dowell Ms Cafeteria last inspected?: The most recent inspection on record was on Sep 15, 2026. The result listed by City of McKinney Health Services was “3 demerits” (official score 3).
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?: Yes: 2 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?: 7 inspections on record, from Oct 24, 2023 to Sep 15, 2026.
Has Ruth Dowell Ms Cafeteria ever been closed by the health department?: No closure appears in the 7 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Oct 24, 2023.

The Full Inspection History

7 inspections

1 - Routine

Sep 15, 2026

3 demerits

Official score: 3 · Understand This Area’s Scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode no_insect_contaminationPests

Official Wording

No Insect Contamination (2 demerits)

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.

More about signs of rodents or insects

notedCode nonfood_surfaces_cleanCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood Surfaces Clean (1 demerit)

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from City of McKinney Health Services, Sep 15, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Routine