York County Restaurant Inspections: May 2025 Report

The South Carolina Department of Agriculture conducted 204 food establishment inspections across York County in May 2025. These inspections evaluated food safety practices including employee hygiene, food storage, and equipment sanitation.

While most establishments received an “A” grade, six restaurants received a “B” rating due to multiple priority violations, prompting the need for follow-up inspections. A “B” indicates conditions that may increase the risk of foodborne illness if not corrected promptly. The restaurants there were reinspected before this article was posted received an “A” rating after correcting the deficiencies. (Akahana Asian Bistro, Poke Bowlz)

Restaurants Receiving a “B” Grade in May

1. Akahana Asian Bistro – Fort Mill
Inspection Date: May 21, 2025 | Score: 83
Violations included improper cold holding temperatures (lettuce, shrimp, and chicken above 41°F), blocked handwashing sinks, unlabeled chemical containers, and use of household pesticides. The facility also had items past the seven-day date marking limit. Received an “A” rating on their follow up inspection.

2. Poke Bowlz – Fort Mill
Inspection Date: May 14, 2025 | Score: 84
Inspectors found raw shrimp stored over ready-to-eat fruit, an ice machine with buildup, and sushi ingredients stored above safe temperatures. A hand sink was found filled with dishes, and improper utensil storage was also noted. Received an “A” rating on their follow up inspection.

3. Persis Indian Grill – Fort Mill
Inspection Date: May 27, 2025 | Score: 83
Key issues involved cold holding violations (meats stored above 41°F), pesticide misuse, improper utensil storage, and use of grocery bags for food storage. These were marked as consecutive violations, potentially subject to enforcement. Follow up inspection has not been completed.

4. Towne Tavern – Fort Mill
Inspection Date: May 27, 2025 | Score: 85
Violations included raw food stored over ready-to-eat items, damaged dishware, and multiple items held beyond allowable date marking periods. There was also evidence of unsanitary ice machines and improper food storage near chemicals. Follow up inspection has not been completed.

5. John Boys – Fort Mill
Inspection Date: May 27, 2025 | Score: 83
Inspectors cited reuse of single-use gloves, blocked handwashing sinks, rodent droppings near the drink station, and numerous sanitation issues such as food and supplies stored on the floor. Follow up inspection has not been completed.

6. Nishie G’s 2 – Rock Hill
Inspection Date: May 29, 2025 | Score: 86
Critical violations included repeated cold holding failures (foods in prep coolers above safe limits), unsanitary practices at handwashing sinks, and uncovered or improperly stored food. These were also marked as consecutive violations. Follow up inspection has not been completed.