Food Establishments
Food establishments include restaurants, grocery stores, bars, taverns, schools, private clubs, mobile vendors, seasonal and temporary operations. They are routinely inspected based upon their classification to ensure compliance with the requirements of the Connecticut Public Health Code, Section 19-13-B40, the FDA Food Code, and the District Sanitary Code. New food service establishments must be inspected and approved prior to opening. Inspections focus on food protection, food handling, cleanliness, upkeep and personal hygiene practices. There are 580 licensed food establishments in the District, not including temporary vendors. Food establishments, including temporary vendors, must obtain a license from the District to operate.