Texas
Local regulatory authorities conduct inspections. Review Texas food-establishment rules and your local authority’s forms.
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Free restaurant health inspection checklist
Use this practical pre-inspection checklist to spot common food-safety gaps before a health department visit. It is designed for independent restaurants, food trucks and commissary kitchens.
Educational guidance only. Requirements and inspection practice can vary; always follow your regulator’s current rules.
How to use this checklist
- Walk through the premises before service with the person in charge.
- Tick only what you can verify today—not what normally happens.
- Record and correct every gap, then keep the evidence with your food-safety records.
Food protection and temperatures
Employee health and hygiene
Cleaning, pests and facility condition
Records and local requirements
Texas, Florida and New York guidance
Florida
Restaurants are generally regulated by DBPR, while other food operations may fall under different agencies.
Florida preparation guideNew York
New York City uses violation points and letter grades; other New York jurisdictions have their own processes.
New York preparation guideCheck the official guidance
This page helps you prepare, but it does not replace advice from your regulator. Read the current FDA Food Code information.
Frequently asked questions
What do restaurant health inspectors check?
Inspectors generally review food sources and temperatures, contamination controls, employee health and hygiene, cleaning and sanitizing, pests, facilities and required records. Exact requirements depend on the jurisdiction.
Can I print this restaurant inspection checklist?
Yes. Use the Print or save as PDF button to create a paper copy or save the checklist as a PDF from your browser.
Is this an official health department inspection form?
No. It is an educational preparation aid. Always use the current forms and rules supplied by your state and local regulatory authority.
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