BEST MEAT COMPANY
2362 LEXINGTON, Las Vegas, NV 89106 · Restaurant
Inspection summary
BEST MEAT COMPANY has been inspected 11 times by Southern Nevada Health District since December 1, 2021. The most recent inspection, on July 22, 2026, recorded 5 infractions.
1 of 11 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 8 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Food temperature control, Cleaning and sanitizing and Protecting food from contamination.
The number of infractions per inspection has stayed roughly the same over time.
What these findings mean
Health authorities word their violations differently, so we group them by what they mean for food safety. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.
Food temperature controlHigher risk
Bacteria multiply fastest between about 4 °C and 60 °C (40 °F to 140 °F). Inspectors check that cold food stays cold, hot food stays hot, cooked food is cooled quickly, and that staff have accurate thermometers. Temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning, so these are treated as critical findings.
Recorded 10 times across 6 separate inspections, most recently on July 31, 2025. For example:
TCS food at proper temperatures.
Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk
Anything that touches food, such as cutting boards, dishes and utensils, must be washed, rinsed and sanitized. Inspectors check dishwasher temperatures, sanitizer strength and how wiping cloths are stored. Poor sanitizing lets bacteria survive from one use to the next.
Recorded 5 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on July 22, 2026. For example:
Food contact surfaces of equipment properly cleaned and sanitized. Sanitizer solution provided and maintained as required.
Protecting food from contaminationHigher risk
This covers how food is stored, prepared and displayed: raw meat kept away from ready-to-eat food, food covered and stored off the floor, and nothing dripping or splashing into it. Cross-contamination from raw to cooked food is a direct route for salmonella and E. coli.
Recorded 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on December 10, 2025. For example:
Food protected from potential cross-contamination.
Handwashing and staff hygieneHigher risk
Hands are the main way germs like norovirus move from people to food. Inspectors look for stocked, accessible handwashing sinks, staff washing hands when required, hair restraints, and sick employees being kept away from food. Gaps here can spread illness quickly.
Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on May 23, 2024. For example:
Adequate handwashing sinks stocked and accessible.
Chemicals and toxic substancesHigher risk
Cleaning products, sanitizers and pesticides must be labelled and stored away from food and food-contact surfaces. Inspectors flag chemicals that could end up in food, as well as pest treatments applied without proper supervision.
Recorded once on October 27, 2022. For example:
Food protected from potential contamination by chemicals. Toxic items properly labeled, stored and used.
About this data
These results come from Southern Nevada Health District, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.
11 inspections
- Routine Inspection
5 infractions
- 92121: Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties. Effective employee health policy. Mandated certification and food handler card as required.
- 3 demerits
- 92125: Small wares approved, properly designed, in good repair.
- 92128: Food contact surfaces of equipment properly cleaned and sanitized. Sanitizer solution provided and maintained as required.
- 3 demerits
- 92135: Signs and certifications as required.
- 92138: Physical facility in sound condition and maintained.
- 92121: Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties. Effective employee health policy. Mandated certification and food handler card as required.
- Routine Inspection
3 infractions
- 8078379: Food protected from potential cross-contamination.
- 3 demerits
- 8078395: Physical facility in sound condition and maintained.
- 8078397: Restrooms, custodial areas, and premises maintained.
- 8078379: Food protected from potential cross-contamination.
- Re-inspection
0 infractions
- Routine Inspection
8 infractions
- 8078379: Food protected from potential cross-contamination.
- 3 demerits
- 8078391: Nonfood contact surfaces and equipment properly constructed, installed, maintained, and clean.
- 8078395: Physical facility in sound condition and maintained.
- 8078399: Signs and certifications as required.
- 8078403: TCS food at proper temperatures.
- 5 demerits
- 8078404: TCS food cooked and reheated to proper temperatures.
- 5 demerits
- 8078405: TCS food labeled and dated as required. Food sold for offsite consumption labeled properly. Records, logs, policies, and procedures maintained and available when required.
- 3 demerits
- 8078408: Thermometers provided and accurate.
- 3 demerits
- 8078379: Food protected from potential cross-contamination.
- Routine Inspection
6 infractions
- 8078376: Food contact surfaces of equipment properly cleaned and sanitized. Sanitizer solution provided and maintained as required.
- 3 demerits
- 8078391: Nonfood contact surfaces and equipment properly constructed, installed, maintained, and clean.
- 8078395: Physical facility in sound condition and maintained.
- 8078399: Signs and certifications as required.
- 8078401: Small wares approved, properly designed, in good repair.
- 8078404: TCS food cooked and reheated to proper temperatures.
- 5 demerits
- 8078376: Food contact surfaces of equipment properly cleaned and sanitized. Sanitizer solution provided and maintained as required.
- Routine Inspection
7 infractions
- 8078371: Adequate handwashing sinks stocked and accessible.
- 3 demerits
- 8078391: Nonfood contact surfaces and equipment properly constructed, installed, maintained, and clean.
- 8078395: Physical facility in sound condition and maintained.
- 8078399: Signs and certifications as required.
- 8078401: Small wares approved, properly designed, in good repair.
- 8078405: TCS food labeled and dated as required. Food sold for offsite consumption labeled properly. Records, logs, policies, and procedures maintained and available when required.
- 3 demerits
- 8078409: Utensils, equipment, linens, single-service/single-use items properly handled, stored, and dispensed.
- 8078371: Adequate handwashing sinks stocked and accessible.
- Routine Inspection
9 infractions
- 8078376: Food contact surfaces of equipment properly cleaned and sanitized. Sanitizer solution provided and maintained as required.
- 3 demerits
- 8078378: Food protected from potential contamination by employees and consumers.
- 3 demerits
- 8078391: Nonfood contact surfaces and equipment properly constructed, installed, maintained, and clean.
- 8078395: Physical facility in sound condition and maintained.
- 8078397: Restrooms, custodial areas, and premises maintained.
- 8078399: Signs and certifications as required.
- 8078401: Small wares approved, properly designed, in good repair.
- 8078408: Thermometers provided and accurate.
- 3 demerits
- 8078409: Utensils, equipment, linens, single-service/single-use items properly handled, stored, and dispensed.
- 8078376: Food contact surfaces of equipment properly cleaned and sanitized. Sanitizer solution provided and maintained as required.
- Routine Inspection
4 infractions
- 8078371: Adequate handwashing sinks stocked and accessible.
- 3 demerits
- 8078376: Food contact surfaces of equipment properly cleaned and sanitized. Sanitizer solution provided and maintained as required.
- 3 demerits
- 8078395: Physical facility in sound condition and maintained.
- 8078401: Small wares approved, properly designed, in good repair.
- 8078371: Adequate handwashing sinks stocked and accessible.
- Routine Inspection
2 infractions
- 76407: Food protected from potential contamination by chemicals. Toxic items properly labeled, stored and used.
- 3 demerits
- 93158: Small wares and portable appliances approved, properly designed, in good repair.
- 76407: Food protected from potential contamination by chemicals. Toxic items properly labeled, stored and used.
- Routine Inspection
4 infractions
- 76383: PHF/TCSs properly thawed. Fruits and vegetables washed prior to preparation or service.
- 3 demerits
- 76434: Kitchenware and food contact surfaces of equipment properly washed, rinsed, sanitized and air dried. Equipment for warewashing operated and maintained. Sanitizer solution provided and maintained as required.
- 3 demerits
- 93153: Nonfood contact surfaces and equipment properly constructed, installed, maintained and clean.
- 93158: Small wares and portable appliances approved, properly designed, in good repair.
- 76383: PHF/TCSs properly thawed. Fruits and vegetables washed prior to preparation or service.
- Routine Inspection
6 infractions
- 76378: Hot and cold holding equipment present; properly designed, maintained and operated.
- 3 demerits
- 76384: Restrooms, mop sink, and custodial areas maintained and clean. Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary equipment, or personal effects. Trash areas adequate, pest proof, and clean.
- 76418: PHF/TCSs at proper temperatures during storage, display, service, transport, and holding.
- 5 demerits
- 93149: Facility in sound condition and maintained (floors, walls, ceilings, plumbing, lighting, ventilation, etc.).
- 93153: Nonfood contact surfaces and equipment properly constructed, installed, maintained and clean.
- 93158: Small wares and portable appliances approved, properly designed, in good repair.
- 76378: Hot and cold holding equipment present; properly designed, maintained and operated.
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