April Restaurant Inspections in Lancaster County: One Restaurant Rated ‘C’, All Others Now in Compliance

The South Carolina Department of Agriculture conducted 58 food establishment inspections in Lancaster County in April 2025. Most restaurants received an “A” rating, indicating compliance with state food safety regulations. However, three restaurants initially received a “B” rating and one received a “C” rating. All three “B” rated establishments have since resolved their violations and now hold “A” ratings following reinspection.

Restaurant with ‘C’ Rating:

La Piñata Tacos & Tequila LLC
Location: 4471 Pageland Hwy, Lancaster
Inspection Date: April 4 (Follow-Up)
Initial Rating: C (93 points)
Key Issues:

• Multiple cold holding violations (beef, chicken, salsa above safe temperature limits)

• Plumbing problems, including a damaged mop sink and leaking spray nozzle

• Improper drainage of wastewater from building
  These violations contributed to a “C” grade, the lowest issued in Lancaster County during April. A follow-up inspection confirmed that La Piñata corrected the issues and now maintains an “A” rating.

Restaurants with Initial ‘B’ Ratings (Now All Rated ‘A’):

1. Buford Little General
Location: 1897 North Rocky River Rd, Lancaster
Inspection Date: April 3
Score: 83
Key Issues:

• Handwashing violations and improper glove use

• Equipment cleaning and sanitizer availability issues

• Use of residential pesticide in food area

• Maintenance concerns with lighting and flooring

2. Carolina Lakes Golf Club
Location: 23012 Kingfisher Dr, Indian Land
Inspection Date: April 14
Score: 85
Key Issues:

• Improper food storage temperatures

• Expired ready-to-eat food in reach-in cooler

• Facility sanitation and thawing violations

3. Towne Tavern Indian Land
Location: 9789 Charlotte Hwy, Suite 1100, Indian Land
Inspection Date: April 4 (Follow-Up)
Score: 96
Key Issues:

• Rodent droppings in dry storage and fruit flies at the bar

• Gaps in the back door allowing pest entry

• Missing food handler certifications

All violations cited in April have been addressed, and each of the above restaurants now maintains an “A” rating. Consumers can find detailed inspection results on the South Carolina Department of Agriculture’s website at https://apps.dhec.sc.gov/Environment/FoodGrades/