Seven Lancaster County Restaurants Flagged for Health Violations in October, Including Two “C” Ratings

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control conducted 96 restaurant inspections across Lancaster County in October 2025. While the majority of establishments earned top marks, five restaurants received “B” grades and two were rated “C” during routine inspections. Most establishments later corrected violations and achieved “A” ratings on follow-up visits.

Below is a breakdown of the lower-rated restaurants and the reasons for their scores:

“C” Ratings

1. Jomars Family Restaurant

• Address: 278 Lancaster Bypass East, Lancaster

• Inspection Date: Oct. 3 (Follow-up)

• Grade: C

• Violations:

  • Improper labeling and dating of food items

  • Nonfunctional hot water at handwashing sinks

  • Employee hygiene concerns, including lack of proper handwashing practices

  • Wiping cloths stored in sanitizer of incorrect concentration

  • Inadequate food storage temperatures

✅ Upgraded to “A” on Oct. 13 follow-up inspection

2. Allspice Jamaican Grill

• Address: 1134 Hwy 9 Bypass W, Lancaster

• Inspection Date: Oct. 30 (Routine)

• Grade: C  (B Grade on October 23, 2025)

• Violations:

  • Lack of certified food protection manager on-site

  • Mold observed on food contact surfaces in the prep area

  • Dirty walls and floors, especially under equipment

  • Improper cold-holding temperatures for potentially hazardous foods

  • Dented cans stored with regular inventory

❌ No follow-up inspection yet listed after Oct. 30

“B” Ratings

3. Pyramids Bakery

• Address: 9789 Charlotte Hwy, Suite 300, Indian Land

• Inspection Date: Oct. 24 (Routine)

• Grade: B

• Violations:

  • Use of unapproved food contact surfaces

  • Inadequate cooling procedures

  • Floors not clean under prep tables

  • Open food containers stored on the floor

✅ Upgraded to “A” on Oct. 31 follow-up inspection

4. MJ Mart

• Address: 9775 Charlotte Hwy, Indian Land

• Inspection Date: Oct. 30 (Follow-up)

• Grade: B

• Violations:

  • Improper food storage temperatures

  • Mold-like buildup in beverage cooler

  • Failure to label repackaged food

✅ Upgraded to “A” on routine inspection Oct. 24

5. Korner Kupboard II

• Address: 503 N Matson Street, Kershaw

• Inspection Date: Oct. 16 (Follow-up)

• Grade: B

• Violations:

  • Mold buildup in ice machine

  • Food debris on prep counters

  • Floors needing deep cleaning under equipment

✅ Upgraded to “A” on Oct. 23 follow-up inspection

6. Plaza Maya Grill

• Address: 512 S Hampton St, Kershaw

• Inspection Date: Oct. 27 (Routine)

• Grade: B

• Violations:

  • Food stored on floor

  • Raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food

  • Inadequate sanitizing solution concentration

❌ No follow-up inspection listed yet

Despite the handful of concerns, the vast majority of food establishments in Lancaster County met or exceeded state health standards. Restaurants that receive a “B” or “C” are subject to reinspection to ensure timely correction of health and safety violations.

For the full list of inspections or to check a restaurant’s current grade, visit the South Carolina DOA Website.