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Two Lancaster County Restaurants Receive B Ratings in August Health Inspections

Thomas Hyslip

LANCASTER COUNTY, S.C. — Health inspectors with the South Carolina Department of Agriculture conducted 60 inspections of food establishments across Lancaster County during August 2025. The majority of restaurants, schools, and food vendors earned A grades, indicating compliance with food safety standards. However, two establishments received B ratings during routine inspections, requiring corrective action.

Both restaurants later corrected the cited violations and received A grades on follow-up inspections.

🟠 B-Rated Establishments (2 Total)

1. Towne Tavern Indian Land

  • 📍 9789 Charlotte Hwy, Indian Land

  • 🗓️ Inspection Date: August 4, 2025 (Routine)

  • 🔸 Score: 86 (B)

  • 🚫 Violations:

    • No certified food protection manager on-site (repeat offense).

    • Dish machine measured 0 PPM sanitizer level.

    • Ice machine chute and other surfaces showed organic buildup.

    • Unlabeled chemical spray bottles and personal items in food prep areas.

    • Structural issues including damaged cooler handles and rusted shelving.

    • Ceiling tiles and vents with visible dust buildup.

  • ✅ Follow-Up: Facility passed reinspection and received an A on August 12.

2. La Piñata Tacos & Tequila 2.0

  • 📍 7580 Charlotte Hwy, Indian Land

  • 🗓️ Inspection Date: August 22, 2025 (Routine)

  • 🔸 Score: 78 (B)

  • 🚫 Violations:

    • Improper cold-holding temperatures (salsa, queso, chipotle sauce at 48°F).

    • Raw eggs stored above ready-to-eat food.

    • Date marking and labeling violations throughout the facility.

    • Unclean equipment and food-contact surfaces.

    • Thawing raw meat improperly in standing water.

    • Use of non-durable storage materials (e.g., t-shirt bags for food).

    • Grease trap maintenance not cleaned up after service.

  • ✅ Follow-Up: Facility received an A on August 28.

✅ Overall Inspection Results for Lancaster County (August 2025)

Grade Number of Establishments
A 60
B 2
C 0

All establishments receiving less than an A made necessary corrections and passed their follow-up inspections within the same month.

📝 Conclusion

The August inspection reports reflect strong overall food safety compliance across Lancaster County, with more than 60 establishments receiving top scores. While two restaurants were temporarily downgraded for sanitation and procedural issues, both addressed the violations and regained A ratings on follow-up. Detailed inspection records remain publicly available through the South Carolina Department of Agriculture.

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