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Health inspectors report restaurant closure after repeated violations; owner out, landlord acted
Summary
Inspectors reported multiple serious violations at Cruisers — broken freezer, mold, no working thermometers and an illegal basement apartment — leading to closure; staff said a previous owner may seek to reopen once repairs are made.
In old business, the board heard that Cruisers failed a recent inspection for multiple sanitation and safety violations and subsequently closed.
April summarized the inspection findings: missing soap and paper towels at handwashing stations; food thermometers still in packaging or nonfunctional; a long‑broken walk‑in freezer with moldy food; and an illegal basement apartment that had been occupied. Inspectors reported the owner chose to close and the building owner evicted the tenant in the basement. Staff said a previous owner of the business is reportedly interested in repurchasing and reopening once required corrections — including installing a prep sink to match the revised floor plan — are completed.
Board members noted that providing prospective buyers with the most recent inspection report helps avoid unexpected facility requirements after a sale. Staff said they will continue inspections and follow up as the business pursues corrective measures.
