Food Safety Grades are In for Lafayette County!
Hey there, folks of Lafayette County! If you’ve been enjoying some delicious meals this past month, you might be interested in the recent food service inspections that have taken place. The Mississippi Department of Health has been pretty busy, inspecting a total of 70 food facilities in our area between August 1st and August 31st. And the results are in!
Shining Grades and Notable Mentions
Out of the 70 inspections, a whopping 52 facilities have proudly earned an A grade! That’s definitely something to celebrate, as these ratings are a great indicator of the cleanliness and safety of our favorite dining spots. However, it’s worth mentioning that five establishments received B grades, and two were given C grades. But not to worry – the establishments that didn’t quite hit the mark have a chance to improve by correcting their violations.
For those who may not know, the inspection grades are designed to help you make informed choices about where to eat. The A, B, or C ratings reflect whether any critical health violations were found during inspections and whether those violations were corrected. But you won’t have to guess – each restaurant and food facility is required to display their latest inspection results right there for everyone to see!
Who Scored the A Grades?
Here’s a big shout-out to the facilities that received A grades this past month!
- North Mississippi Regional Center
- Haven House
- Walmart Delicatessen
- Walmart Bakery
- Pizza Den
- Taylor Grocery Catering
- Lafayette Upper Elementary School
- Taylor Grocery Mobile Unit
- Maharaja
- Casa Mexicana
- Square Pizza
- Newk’s on Jackson Avenue
- Mundo Latino
- Oxford Spot
- Vaught-Hemingway Main Kitchen
- Castle Hill
- Taylor Grocery Catering No. 2
- McEwen’s Restaurant and Bar
- Char Grilled Seafood and Steaks Restaurant and Bar
- Rooster’s Blue House Restaurant and Bar
- Jinsei Sushi Bar
- Bullard Concessions
- Denmark Grocery
- B&P Special Events
- The Coop
- Mugshots
- Wendy’s on Sisk
- Firehouse Subs
- Common Ground Coffee Bar
- Oxford Early Childhood Center
- La Cocinita Restaurant and Bar
- Circle and Square Bar
- Shadrachs
- Nightbird
- Kingswood Restaurant and Bar
- Heartbreak Coffee
- Subway in Walmart
- Little Easy Catering
- Ajax Diner
- Heartbreak Coffee (again!)
- Yugo Restaurant and Bar
- The Velvet Ditch Seafood and Sports Bar Restaurant and Bar
- Mis Raices Sabor Latino
- Little Easy Catering (once more!)
Facilities with B and C Grades
Now, let’s not skip over the B grades—congratulations to:
- Old Venice Pizza
- Jimmy Johns
- Jinsei (received an A on re-inspection)
- Subway on West Jackson
- Mugshots (also received an A on re-inspection)
- Oxford Burger
- El Mariachi
- Chow King
- Zaap
- Oxford Extra Mile
- Booth’s BBQ
Lastly, we had a couple of facilities that need to step it up after receiving C grades, namely:
- El Mariachi Mexican Grills (which managed to get a B on re-inspection)
- B’s Hickory Smoked BBQ
It’s important to note—every facility with violations is required to correct them within a time frame of no more than 10 days. So, if you’re looking for a quality dining experience, you might want to keep an eye on those letter grades.
Conclusion
All in all, it looks like Lafayette County is home to plenty of amazing spots to grab a bite! The health and safety of our community is incredibly important, and these inspections help ensure we can enjoy our meals with peace of mind. So the next time you’re out and about, supporting local businesses, take a moment to check those letter grades—you just might find your new favorite dining destination!
Author: STAFF HERE OXFORD WRITER
The OXFORD STAFF WRITER represents the experienced team at HEREOxford.com, your go-to source for actionable local news and information in Oxford, Lafayette County, and beyond. Specializing in "news you can use," we cover essential topics like product reviews for personal and business needs, local business directories, politics, real estate trends, neighborhood insights, and state news affecting the area—with deep expertise drawn from years of dedicated reporting and strong community input, including local press releases and business updates. We deliver top reporting on high-value events such as the Oxford Film Festival, Double Decker Arts Festival, and University of Mississippi football games. Our coverage extends to key organizations like the Oxford-Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce and the University of Mississippi, plus leading businesses in education and retail that power the local economy such as Ole Miss Athletics and Square Books. As part of the broader HERE network, we provide comprehensive, credible insights into Mississippi's dynamic landscape.
