SHOWBOX, THE in SEATTLE, WA Failed Its Health Inspection on 08/14/25

SEATTLE, WA - Health inspectors documented violations at SHOWBOX, THE during a routine inspection conducted on 08/14/2025.

Located at 1426 1ST AVE in the First Hill area, the establishment serves the local community. The First Hill neighborhood maintains numerous food service establishments that undergo regular health monitoring.

The inspection identified 2 distinct violations requiring correction. These findings represent specific conditions observed during the inspection that must be addressed to meet health code requirements.

The first violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: 1100 - Proper disposition of returned, previously served, unsafe, or contaminated food; Date marking. Non-compliance with safety standards may create conditions that compromise food safety.

The second violation concerned thermal management. Inspectors documented: 2110 - Proper cold holding temperatures (greater than 45° F). The FDA Food Code requires cold foods to be held at 41°F or below and hot foods at 135°F or above to prevent bacterial growth in the "danger zone." For more information, see FDA guidelines on temperature control. The CDC reports that temperature abuse is a factor in many foodborne illness outbreaks.

Health code violations require prompt correction to maintain operating permits. The health department typically conducts re-inspections to verify that identified issues have been properly addressed.

This inspection data is provided by Public Health - Seattle & King County. The establishment had violations identified during the 08/14/2025 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the Public Health - Seattle & King County. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the Washington State Retail Food Code. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.