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Food business closures in Tukwila

Public Health lists the reason(s) the establishment was closed. Reasons for closing an establishment may be due to food code violations and failure to follow the permitting process. Depending on the type of closure, additional information may include the date the facility was shut down, whether the establishment has reopened, the date it reopened, and additional notes.

Information for restaurants closed by Public Health will remain online for a minimum of 7 days after the establishment is reopened.

Closures in Tukwila

Club Sapphire - Unpermitted food service at 14220 Interurban Ave S, Tukwila, WA 98168
Date closed: November 12, 2025 at 5:45 pm
Reason:

Operating without a valid permit
  Operating plans not reviewed and approved to ensure safe food handling and storage
Status: Closed

BBQ truck at 51st Ave S & S 144th St, Tukwila 98168
Date closed: April 14, 2025 at 11:40 am
Reason:

Operating without a valid permit
  Imminent health hazard: Operating without hot water available
Status: Closed

Tamales (mobile food unit) at S 144th St & Tukwila International Blvd, Tukwila, WA 98168
Date closed: March 14, 2025 at 3:45 pm
Reasons:

Operating without a valid permit
 

Failure to receive approval to operate
  Imminent health hazard: Operating without handwashing facilities
  Mobile Food Unit is not using an approved commissary kitchen for food preparation/cleaning equipment
Status: Closed
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