Trump’s Westchester golf club cited for pests, dirty kitchens, and food safety violations
WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NEW YORK: County health inspectors in New York reportedly flagged multiple health code violations at a luxury golf club owned by President Donald Trump, raising concerns about food safety and sanitation at the high-end property.
The issues came to light after a county inspection report on November 20, 2025, and several of the problems noted in that report were said to have been present during a previous inspection a month earlier.
The findings from the Westchester County Department of Health described several problems at Trump National Golf Club, including the presence of pests, food safety lapses, and structural issues in parts of the facility.
Inspectors additionally cited several food safety issues during their visit. According to the findings, some food items were “uncovered, mislabeled [and] stored on the floor.”
The report also mentioned missing or inadequate sneeze guards and instances where food containers were “double stacked,” which can increase the risk of contamination if not handled properly.
Despite the violations noted during the inspection, it remains unclear whether officials have returned to the property since the November visit or whether the issues identified in the report have since been corrected.
Trump golf club fees spotlighted after health violations
Trump National Golf Club in Westchester is known for catering to an upscale clientele, with membership reportedly carrying steep costs.
According to TrumpGolfTracker, a blog that tracks Trump’s golf outings and properties, the club’s initiation fees are estimated to range between $50,000 and $100,000, while the annual membership fee is said to be around $15,000.
Those figures are based on media reports and publicly available information. However, the club does not publicly list its fees or dues, meaning the exact costs for members may vary.
The inspection findings have drawn attention in part because of the club’s reputation as a high-end property that charges significant fees to its members.
Health inspectors flag issues at Trump Bedminster club
Health inspectors have also flagged compliance problems at another Trump-owned golf property in New Jersey.
A report from the Somerset County Department of Health dated May 6, 2025, documented 18 instances where staff or the property at Trump National Bedminster were found to be out of compliance with county standards.
Inspectors noted several issues related to food safety, including problems with keeping raw meat and eggs separated from ready-to-eat meals and ensuring food was properly protected from contamination.
The report also cited concerns about the cleaning of surfaces that come into contact with food, as well as broader issues related to food storage and property maintenance.
Following the inspection, the club received a “B” grade, a result that drew criticism from the property’s management.
David Schutzenhofer, the general manager of Trump National Bedminster, which is also the site where Trump’s first wife Ivana is buried, pushed back against the findings.
He told NJBIZ that the grade the club received after the inspection was “clearly nothing more than a politically motivated attack.”
