Five Steuben County Eateries Had Critical Health Violations

See which restaurants made the list of critical violations last month

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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Out of 17 health inspections conducted in Steuben County last month, five had critical violations, four had no violations, and 12 had unfixed violations remaining from previous inspections, according to new reports released by the Steuben County Health Department.

Why it matters

Regular health inspections are crucial for ensuring food safety and preventing foodborne illnesses in the community. This report highlights the importance of restaurant owners addressing critical violations promptly to protect public health.

The details

Critical violations involve factors that could lead to foodborne illness, such as issues with food source and condition, cooking and storage temperatures, sanitary practices, water and sewage, pest contamination, and the use of toxic materials. These violations must be corrected on the spot during the inspection. Non-critical violations, while not as urgent, can still have a negative effect on the restaurant's operations and must be addressed by a future date.

  • The health inspections were conducted in Steuben County last month (February 2026).

The players

Steuben County Health Department

The county health department responsible for enforcing public health regulations and conducting food establishment inspections in Steuben County, New York.

New York State Department of Health

The state agency that trains health inspectors and sets standards for food establishment inspections across New York.

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What’s next

The Steuben County Health Department will continue to monitor the restaurants with critical violations to ensure they address the issues and comply with health codes.

The takeaway

This report underscores the importance of regular health inspections and prompt correction of critical violations to maintain food safety and public health in the community. Residents are encouraged to report any suspected health code violations to the Steuben County Health Department for investigation.