How to Check Restaurant Health Inspections in Denver

Where Denver Health Inspection Records Are Published

The Denver Department of Public Health and Environment (DDPHE) is the agency responsible for inspecting restaurants, food trucks, and other food service establishments across Denver. Inspection records are publicly available through the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment database, accessible online at no cost. You can search by restaurant name, address, or inspection date to find detailed violation history, compliance status, and corrective actions taken. The DDPHE also maintains a searchable portal that includes inspection reports dating back several years, making it easy to track a venue's compliance track record.

Understanding Denver's Food Safety Inspection Scoring System

Denver uses a points-based inspection system where violations are assigned point values based on severity and health risk. Critical violations—such as improper food temperature, cross-contamination, or inadequate handwashing—result in higher point deductions and require immediate correction. Non-critical violations like labeling or pest control deficiencies receive lower point values. A restaurant receives a numerical score, and establishments with too many accumulated points may face license suspension or closure. Understanding the difference between critical and non-critical violations helps you assess whether a single violation is a temporary oversight or a pattern of serious food safety failures.

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