Restaurant Inspections: Starbucks, Five Guys, Steak 'n Shake

Restaurant inspections in Sunset Hills and Crestwood are conducted by the St. Louis County Department of Health. Patch has a summary of the public reports affecting area eating and drinking establishments reviewed Dec. 20-Jan. 28.

Grade rankings range from A (highest) to C (lowest). Report comments and explanations are provided in Patch's summary. Follow-up inspections are noted, other visits are routine.

Starbucks, 9590 Watson Rd.
Date: Jan. 23
Grade: A (100)
Comments:  Employees were observed for their hand-washing techniques; all employee drinks are stored in a designated area with lids and straws; no bare hands come into contact with foods; no phones were used by employees during the inspection; employees were observed cleaning during downtime.

Subway, 10754 Sunset Hills Plz.
Date: Jan. 28
Grade: A (99)
Comments: Thermometers were missing from the walk-in and glass door refrigerator. A follow-up inspection was not planned.

Steak n Shake, 1525 S. Lindbergh Blvd.
Date: Jan 28
Grade: A (98)
Comments:  Two handsinks were not properly stocked with soap and paper towels; wiping cloth on counter needs to be stored in sanitizer solution; debris on floors, particularly under equipment, must be maintained clean. Corrections needed before next routine inspection.

Five Guys Burgers and Fries, 9590 Watson Rd.
Date: Jan. 28
Grade: A (99)
Comments:  Debris accumulation on floors, particularly under equipment, must be maintained clean. Correction needed by next routine inspection.

Waffle House, 5330 S. Lindbergh Blvd.
Date: Dec. 19
Grade: A (100)
Comments: No comments were included in this report.