TRIBUTE EATERY AND BAR

1615 SE Main ST STE 105, Ankeny, IA, 50023

5 cited findings

Most recent inspection

Date: April 30, 2026
Type: Routine
Result: Not reported
Risk category: Not reported
Cited findings: 5
Jurisdiction: Polk County (Des Moines)
Source risk checklist count: 4
Good Retail Practices findings: 1

Published report comment

This was a Routine inspection conducted as a result of an illness complaint received by the Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals & Licensing. Complaint is unverifiable. Discussions with Management. Item #10: Inspector discussed importance of having all handwashing sinks easily accessible at all times. Chef agrees to do additional training with all food employees. Item #22: Inspector discussed best practices for cold holding using an ice bath. Chef agrees to do additional training with all food employees. Item #23: Inspector discussed best practices for datemarking and disposition. Chef agrees to do additional training with all food employees.

Violations (5)

5-205.11CriticalCorrected on site
Iowa food code item 10 (Risk Factors)
Observation:Large trash can blocking handwashing sink on main cook line. Corrected by: Trash can was moved away from handwashing sink during the inspection.
Risk Factors | PF | Item 10
3-403.11(A)&(D)CriticalCorrected on site
Iowa food code item 19 (Risk Factors)
Observation:Spinach and artichoke dip re-heating in hot box at 76* after 1 hour of re-heating. Corrected by: Dip was transferred to pan and re-heated above 165* during the inspection.
Risk Factors | P | Item 19
3-501.16(A)(2)CriticalCorrected on site
Iowa food code item 22 (Risk Factors)
Observation:Buttermilk at breading station holding at 50*. Corrected by: Buttermilk was voluntarily discarded during the inspection.
Risk Factors | P | Item 22
3-501.18CriticalCorrected on site
Iowa food code item 23 (Risk Factors)
Observation:Cooked pork in walk-in cooler that has exceeded 7 day requirement. Corrected by: Pork was voluntarily discarded during the inspection.
Risk Factors | P | Item 23
3-501.15(A)CriticalCorrected on site
Iowa food code item 33 (Good Retail Practices)
Observation:Cooked pork and beef cooling at room temperature on speed rack in back food prep area. Corrected by: Both pork and beef were placed in walk-in cooler during the inspection to continue cooling.
Good Retail Practices | PF | Item 33

Source: Polk County (Des Moines) health department. Data refreshed October 16, 2026. Results are shown in the health department's own wording. This record is provided for general information; confirm current status with the health department before relying on it.