- Current
- 0
- Violations
- 8
- Corrections
- 0
- Inspections
- 8
- Failures
- 1
- Pests
- 0
Last Inspection
Nov 13, 2025, 12:00 AMNo ViolationsPass
Nov 13, 2025Pass
No ViolationsNo Violations During This Inspection
Violation Categories
🧹Facility Maintenance & Cleanliness24
🍴Equipment & Utensils18
🐀Pest Activity12
🌡️Food Temperature & Holding8
🧼Personal Hygiene & Handwashing5
🚰Plumbing & Water3
Inspection Timeline
Jan 15, 20253 violationsFailed
Sep 3, 20241 violation · 2 correctionsPass
Apr 22, 20245 violationsFailed
Nov 8, 2023No violationsPass
+8 more inspections available
Inspection data sourced from official Seattle health department records.
🐛 Report an issueFrequently Asked Questions
Has Hot Cakes passed its last health inspection?
Hot Cakes's most recent inspection result was "Satisfactory" on November 13, 2025.
How many health violations does Hot Cakes have?
Hot Cakes has 8 total health violations across 8 inspections on record.
How often is Hot Cakes inspected?
Hot Cakes has been inspected 8 times. Health inspections in Seattle are conducted by the local health department, typically 1-3 times per year.
Has Hot Cakes ever failed a health inspection?
Yes, Hot Cakes has failed 1 out of 8 health inspections (13% failure rate).
Does Hot Cakes have rats, cockroaches, or other pests?
No, Hot Cakes has no pest-related citations on record across 8 inspections. No evidence of rats, mice, cockroaches, or insects was found.
Is Hot Cakes safe to eat at?
Hot Cakes's most recent inspection result was "Satisfactory". The restaurant has 8 violations across 8 inspections. We recommend checking the full inspection history before dining.
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