Seattle Restaurant Inspection Lookup

King County's rating system

King County uses a color-coded rating system: Blue (satisfactory), Green (satisfactory — no violations), Yellow (unsatisfactory — follow-up required), and Red (closed for immediate health hazard). The color is posted at the establishment. King County also uses a numeric scoring system for more granular results.

Types of violations flagged in Seattle

King County violations are classified by risk category: high-risk (immediate health hazard), moderate-risk (potential health hazard), and low-risk (general violations). High-risk violations include improper food temperatures, handwashing failures, and evidence of pest activity.

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