Laramie County Health and Food Inspections: A Week of Culinary Oversight (April 19-25, 2025)
Discovering the Culinary Landscape of Cheyenne
In Cheyenne, Wyoming, the health and safety of our food establishments are paramount. The Cheyenne-Laramie County Health Department diligently conducts inspections of local dining destinations, ranging from cozy cafes to bustling convenience stores. Every establishment is subject to unannounced inspections at least twice a year, ensuring that food safety practices remain a top priority.
Understanding Violations: What They Mean
The health department categorizes violations into two distinct types:
Red Critical Violations
These are serious offenses that have a direct link to foodborne illness, potentially putting customers at risk.
Black Non-Critical Violations
While less severe, these violations often pertain to the overall cleanliness and upkeep of the facility.
The department emphasizes that addressing critical violations is a priority. As stated, “We try to have the establishment correct any violations on the spot.” For critical violations, facilities must rectify issues immediately or within 24 hours. Non-critical violations may allow for more leniency, with follow-up inspections conducted during the next routine evaluation.
Reinspections and Compliance
If a facility requires reinspection, it indicates that the issues were more severe and necessitated additional time for resolution. Establishments are given 10 days to rectify identified problems. Overall, while inspections focus on deficiencies, the primary aim is to educate businesses about safe practices so that the absence of violations isn’t mistaken for unsafe conditions.
Key Inspections and Violations from April 19-25, 2025
April 21, 2025
Treasure Chest Childcare & Creative Learning
- Violations: 1
- Re-inspection Required: No
- Full Report
Paramount Cafe & Ballroom
- Violations: 4 (2 priority, 1 repeat)
- Re-inspection Required: Yes
- Full Report
- Comments: “Critical violations still outstanding. Grab-and-go foods without complete ingredient labels need to be kept behind the counter or labeled appropriately.”
April 23, 2025
Pine Bluffs Elementary School
- Violations: 1 (priority, repeat, corrected)
- Re-inspection Required: No
- Full Report
- Comments: “Two dented cans were found. Cans with dents along seams must be disposed of or returned to the distributor.”
Pine Bluffs High School
- Violations: 0
- Re-inspection Required: No
- Full Report
April 24, 2025
Meals & Wheels
- Violations: 3 (2 priority, 2 corrected)
- Re-inspection Required: No
- Full Report
- Comments: “Five dented cans were found. Cans along seams or creasing must be disposed of or returned to supplier.”
Carpenter School
- Violations: 3 (1 priority, 1 corrected on site)
- Re-inspection Required: No
- Full Report
April 25, 2025
Michoacan A Pedir de Boca WY #1
- Violations: 6 (3 priority, 5 corrected)
- Re-inspection Required: No
- Full Report
- Comments: A Keurig coffee maker, labeled for “household use only,” was added to the facility, raising concerns regarding equipment standards.
Final Thoughts
The Laramie County Health Department’s efforts shine a light on the importance of food safety in our local dining experiences. Each inspection not only identifies potential hazards but also serves to educate and uplift our culinary establishments. For a detailed look at each inspection, visit the Laramie County Health Department website.
Stay informed, and always remember: Safe dining is happy dining!
