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Jefferson County Food Safety Failures | Birmingham News

Jefferson County health inspectors handed out some serious red flags last month, pulling 16 food spots—including popular wing joints and convenience stores—below an 85 for violations ranging from pests and slime on food to dirty dishes and unclean hands. One hotspot even needed three inspections to pass. Issues included food stored too warm, expired ingredients, moldy ice machines, and missing certified food safety managers. Scores under 60 trigger immediate shutdowns, underscoring how critical these checks are for public safety. While some places rebounded fast, others faced steep…

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