A gross picture is worth 1,000 words about why you shouldn’t eat from unpermitted vendors.

Last revised Oct. 16, 2025 Food from an unpermitted roadside vendor may look delicious. But it’s impossible to know where that food came from.
Here’s why unpermitted food vendors are a threat to your health

Last revised Sept. 15, 2025 When you buy a meal, you shouldn’t have to worry about getting sick. That’s where we come in!
Don’t serve your turkey with a side of salmonella
Last revised Jan. 17, 2025 The holidays are here and it’s time to celebrate. Your plans for a perfect festive gathering may include family, friends, and fun.
New rating system will simplify food safety info in Pierce County
Last revised Jan. 17, 2025 A better way to educate yourself when you dine out. Have you ever tried to find a restaurant’s inspection report online?
Our role in making sure people don’t gather in large groups
Last revised Jan. 23, 2025 The health and safety of our community is our top priority. On Wednesday, March 11, Gov.
Updated guidance on dining out during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Last revised Jan. 17, 2025 UPDATE MARCH 15, 8 PM: Sunday evening, Gov. Inslee ordered all bars and restaurants to temporarily stop in-person dining.
Give Your New Business a Good Start
Last revised May 15, 2024 Hundreds of entrepreneurs dream of opening new businesses in Pierce County every year. That’s great!
Make Food Safety a Holiday Tradition
Last revised Jan. 17, 2025 Had your fill of home-cooked holiday feasts? You want to give your kitchen—and the chef in your family—a break and dine out?
The Frontlines of Food Safety
Last revised Jan. 17, 2025 Dining out can be a real treat.