Milk Tea Lab

Official wording

Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing

Inspector’s notes

FOUND BOTH DRY STORAGE ROOMS WITH EXCESSIVE BOXES AND BUCKETS ON THE FLOOR. [CA] CLEAR THE FLOOR FOR CLEANING. FOUND THE MOP STORED INSIDE THE MOP BUCKET. [CA] HANG THE MOP TO AIR DRY.

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

Official wording

Permits available

Inspector’s notes

FACILITY IS OPERATING WITH AN EXPIRED ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH PERMIT. [CA] PROVIDE PAYMENT AS SOON AS POSSIBLE, 48 HR NOTICE PROVIDED.

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

Official wording

Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized

Inspector’s notes

FOUND THE CHLORINE SANITIZER LEVEL AT 50 PPM AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. [CA] PROVIDE 100 PPM.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

No rodents, insects, birds, or animals

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF FLY ACTIVITY. [CA] ELIMINATE ALL FLY PRESENCE.

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

Official wording

Nonfood contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

FOUND THE ICE MACHINE WITH MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE ON THE WHITE PLASTIC FLAP. [CA] CLEAN THIS AREA MORE OFTEN,

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s notes

FOUND NO HOT WATER IN THE RESTROOM'S HAND WASH SINK. [CA] PROVIDE 100F HOT WATER MINIMUM. COS

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

Official wording

Sewage and wastewater properly disposed

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

Official wording

Proper cooling methods

Inspector’s notes

THE BRISKET WAS BEING COOLED IN A POT WITH THE LID ON. [CA] UNCOVER THE POT. COOL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD RAPIDLY FROM 135F TO 70F WITHIN 2 HOURS AND FROM 7-F TO 41F WITHIN 4 HOURS. APPROVED COOLING METHODS INCLUDE : 1) PLACING THE FOOD IN SHALLOW PANS NO MORE THAN 4 INCHES HIGH 2) SEPARATING THE FOOD INTO THINNER OR SMALLER PORTIONS. 3) USING RAPID COOLING EQUIPMENT (EX. BLAST CHILLER) 4) USING CONTAINERS THAT FACILITATE HEAT TRANSFER (EX. STAINLESS STEEL) 5) ADDING ICE AS AN INGREDIENT. 6) USING ICE PADDLES 7) USING AN ICE BATH AND STIRRING FREQUENTLY 8) ACCORDANCE WITH A HACCP PLAN. COOLING FOODS SHALL HAVE ENOUGH SPACE AROUND THE CONTAINERS FOR COLD AIR TO CIRCULATE, BE LOOSELY COVERED, OR UNCOVERED AND STIRRED AS FREQUENTLY AS NEEDED TO EVENLY COOL.

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

Official wording

No rodents, insects, birds, or animals

Inspector’s notes

1. Observed Vermin: Documented in the following areas: - 1 live adult German cockroach behind the upright 2 door freezer. - 2 dead German cockroaches under food prep table near food storage. 2. Photographs: yes 3. Supervisor Notified: yes 4. Notification: The person in charge during inspection, Michelle, has been informed that the facility must close immediately. Owner provided last pest control service receipt dated 9/24/2025; receipt has no comments other than treating for target pests, cockroaches. [CA]: The premises of each food facility must be maintained free of vermin. A facility cannot operate if there is a vermin infestation that leads to contamination of food contact surfaces, packaging, utensils, food equipment, or adulteration of food. The facility is required to cease operations immediately and must remain closed until all corrective actions on the provided checklist are completed. - Facility is to immediately cease and desist all operations. - Facility is prohibited from all food service activities which include, but not limited to: preparation, service, handling, distribution, and sale. - Facility shall remain closed until vermin infestation is completely abated and authorization is provided by this DEH. - Facility shall: - Provide pest control report from a licensed pest control company that indicates the type of control measures taken and that the facility has been treated. - Eradicate all live and dead cockroaches from the facility. - Clean and sanitize the affected area(s) and equipment. - Dispose of all food items that have been adulterated/contaminated. - Seal holes (e.g. in walls and ceilings, repair coved base), and entryways (e.g. weather-stripping around doors); keep exterior doors closed; screen openable windows. Requirements Before Reopening: 1. Email the signed and completed Reopening Checklist to the assigned inspector. 2. Submit a copy of the pest control report from a licensed provider.

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

Official wording

Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity

Inspector’s notes

Observed the installation of an unapproved free standing gas cooker at the cook line. Equipment lacks a sanitation listing by an ANSI accredited certification program. [CA] Remove unapproved equipment. New and/or replacement food equipment shall be certified or classified for sanitation by an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited certification program (e.g. NSF, UL EPH, UL Sanitation, CSA Sanitation, or ETL Sanitation). Email inspector specification sheets and obtain approved prior to the installation of new equipment.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

Official wording

Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s notes

Single use lids and cups stored directly on the floor of the dry storage room. [CA] Food shall be stored at least 6 inches above the floor to prevent contamination.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

Inspector’s notes

Food safety certificate has expired. [CA] Food facilities that prepare, handle, or serve non-prepackaged potentially hazard foods shall have a valid Food Safety Certificate available for review at all times.

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

Official wording

Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing

Inspector’s notes

Personal phones and jackets stored on top of single use food containers within the dry storage room. [CA] No person shall store clothing or personal effects in any area used for the storage and preparation of food or food contact surfaces.

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.