[Editor’s note: The reports mentioned here include both routine inspections and reinspections conducted between November 3 and 7 and may not reflect the current or future health inspection status of the establishments.]
The Sacramento County Health Department conducts routine health inspections of restaurants in the area. While many restaurants earned a green placard, a few were issued yellow or red ones.
Restaurants Cited During Routine Inspections Earn Green Placards After Follow-Ups
Between November 3 and November 7, 2025, restaurants in Sacramento underwent routine inspections. Four of those restaurants were cited for health code violations that were later corrected. They have received a green placard during a reinspection.
Baan Noodle & Rice
- Where: 1299 Florin Rd, Sacramento, CA 95831-3617
- Inspection Date: November 4, 2025
- Follow-Up Date: November 5, 2025
Baan Noodle & Rice on Florin Road received a yellow placard during a recent routine inspection on November 4. The health report documents multiple violations at the facility, including some that were repeated. Some of the violations mentioned include improper food-handling practices, debris accumulation, and more.
Based on the violations documented, the facility received a yellow placard during the inspection. However, it underwent a reinspection the next day and received a green placard. Inspectors noted that major issues had been corrected. More information on the reinspection is available here.
J’s Railroad Cafe
- Where: 1844 Auburn Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95815-1908
- Inspection Date: November 5, 2025
- Follow-Up Date: November 7, 2025
J’s Railroad Cafe underwent a routine inspection, which resulted in the facility receiving a yellow placard on November 5. The health report documented improper handling of temperature-controlled foods and other violations. However, the restaurant was soon reinspected.
This time, the facility had corrected all the major violations that were previously documented. It was given a green placard on November 7. Read the full reinspection report here.
Tony’s Fried Chicken
- Where: 4147 23rd Ave, Sacramento, CA 95820-5034
- Inspection Date: November 5, 2025
- Follow-Up Date: November 7, 2025
A routine inspection of this restaurant revealed several health code violations. It includes rodent droppings, improper food storage methods, and more. The result was a red placard and a temporary closure of the restaurant on November 5.
A follow-up inspection was conducted on November 7. During this inspection, some violations were again documented. The permit was reinstated, and the closure order lifted.
The facility will undergo another reinspection within 14 days to ensure the violations do not become more severe. More information on the reinspection is available online.
Creole Soul Restaurant & Bar
- Where: 2026 Broadway, Sacramento, CA 95818-2414
- Inspection Date: November 6, 2025
- Follow-Up Date: November 7, 2025
A routine inspection of Creole Soul Restaurant & Bar was conducted on November 6, 2025. The inspection revealed multiple health code violations. It includes pest infestation, improper food-handling practices, debris accumulation, and more, resulting in a yellow placard.
The facility underwent a reinspection on November 7 and received a green placard. A follow-up inspection is scheduled within 30 days to confirm ongoing compliance. The facility will be billed for this reinspection. Know more about the restaurant’s reinspection right here.
Routine inspections play a vital role in maintaining food safety standards across Sacramento. Through regular checks and follow-ups, officials work to ensure that food establishments meet the standards that safeguard public health.
