April Health Inspections in York County: Majority Earn ‘A’, Six Restaurants Correct Issues

The South Carolina Department of Agriculture conducted 207 restaurant inspections across York County in April 2025. Most establishments received an “A” rating, indicating full compliance with food safety standards. Six restaurants received a “B” rating following their initial inspections, reflecting the need for corrective action on multiple non-compliant items.

These “B” ratings were tied to issues ranging from cold food storage violations to handwashing practices and facility maintenance. All six establishments have since corrected the deficiencies and earned an “A” rating upon follow-up inspection.

Restaurants Initially Rated “B” (Now All Rated “A” After Follow-Up):

1. Delicacy Chinese Bistro

Location: 1435 Riverchase Blvd, Suite 103, Rock Hill
Inspection Date: April 8
Initial Score: 84
Issues Noted: Improper handwashing, raw chicken stored above sauces, cold holding violations, and use of residential pesticide.
Follow-Up: Received an “A” rating after corrective action.

2. Ichiro Restaurant

Location: 203 Cherry Rd, Rock Hill
Inspection Date: April 25
Initial Score: 82
Issues Noted: Blocked handwashing sink, pest presence, raw meat storage issues, and grease buildup on equipment.
Follow-Up: Received an “A” rating after follow-up.

3. Konnichiwa of Fort Mill

Location: 1771 Pleasant Rd, Fort Mill
Inspection Date: April 24
Initial Score: 81
Issues Noted: Employee hygiene lapses, inadequate hand sink temperature, raw food storage violations, and equipment deficiencies.
Follow-Up: Received an “A” rating after reinspection.

4. Let’s Crab

Location: 501 Crossroads Plaza, Fort Mill
Inspection Date: April 8
Initial Score: 82
Issues Noted: Hot water issues, dirty ice machine, thawing and cold holding violations, and facility lighting concerns.
Follow-Up: Received an “A” rating following corrections.

5. Papa Murphy’s (SC012)

Location: 2738 Celanese Rd, Rock Hill
Inspection Date: April 21 (Follow-Up)
Initial Score: 94
Issues Noted: Inadequate hot water at hand sinks, air gap under rear door.
Follow-Up: Follow-up confirmed full compliance with an “A” rating.

6. Samanta Café

Location: 801 Gold Hill Rd, Fort Mill
Inspection Date: April 21
Initial Score: 85
Issues Noted: Blocked hand sink, improper egg storage, cold holding violations, and plumbing issues.
Follow-Up: Reinspection yielded an “A” rating.

All facilities are now in good standing with the South Carolina Department of Agriculture. Consumers can view full inspection reports and ratings at https://apps.dhec.sc.gov/Environment/FoodGrades/