UPTOWN FOOD & BEVERAGE COMPANY
302 SW Maple ST, Ankeny, IA, 50023
Most recent inspection
- Date
- September 4, 2026
- Type
- Routine
- Result
- Not reported
- Risk category
- Not reported
- Cited findings
- 4
- Jurisdiction
- Polk County (Des Moines)
- Source risk checklist count
- 2
- Good Retail Practices findings
- 2
Published report comment
Discussions with Management. Item #23: Inspector discussed best practices for datemarking, disposal and monitoring of food items. Owner agrees to do additional training with all food employees.
Violations (4)
- 3-302.11(A)(1)CriticalCorrected on site
Iowa food code item 15 (Risk Factors)
Observation:Raw shell eggs stored above cantaloupe in walk-in cooler. Corrected by: Eggs were moved during the inspection.
Risk Factors | P | Item 15
- 3-501.18CriticalCorrected on site
Iowa food code item 23 (Risk Factors)
Observation:Cooked pasta in prep table cooler that has exceeded 7 day requirement. Marinara sauce in walk-in cooler that has exceeded 7 day requirement. Corrected by: Both food items were voluntarily discarded during the inspection.
Risk Factors | P | Item 23
- 4-903.11(A)(C )Corrected on site
Iowa food code item 45 (Good Retail Practices)
Observation:Bundle of single service pizza boxes stored on the floor in the kitchen. Corrected by: Pizza boxes were moved off the floor during the inspection.
Good Retail Practices | C | Item 45
- 4-601.11(B)(C ), 4-602.13
Iowa food code item 49 (Good Retail Practices)
Observation:Bottom of main prep table cooler soiled.
Good Retail Practices | C | Item 49
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.