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Boulder County, CO

Spruce Cafe

4740 Pearl Parkway

Last inspected Sep 3, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Quick Answers

When was Spruce Cafe last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Sep 3, 2026. The result listed by Boulder County Public Health was “Pass”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 4 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
1 inspection on record, from Sep 3, 2026 to Sep 3, 2026.
Has Spruce Cafe ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 1 inspection record we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Sep 3, 2026.

The Full Inspection History

1 inspection

Routine

Sep 3, 2026

Pass

4 recorded violations

notedCode —Contamination

Official Wording

5. Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. 2-501.11 Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events. Facility must have procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events... The procedures should address the specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomit or fecal matter. No written procedure available upon request. Inspector provided written procedures.

In Plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

More about food not protected from contamination
notedCode —Food temperature

Official Wording

33. Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control. 3-501.15 Cooling Methods. (A) Cooling shall be accomplished in accordance with the time and temperature criteria specified under § 3-501.14 by using one or more of the following methods based on the type of food being cooled: (1) Placing the food in shallow pans; (2) Separating the food into smaller or thinner portions; (3) Using rapid cooling equipment; (4) Stirring the food in a container placed in an ice water bath; (5) Using containers that facilitate heat transfer; (6) Adding ice as an ingredient; or (7) Other effective methods. (B) When placed in cooling or cold holding equipment, food containers in which food is being cooled shall be (1) Arranged in the equipment to provide maximum heat transfer through the container walls; and (2) Loosely covered, or uncovered during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food. Observed Brocoli cheese soup being cooled on the counter in deep metal container with lid on.

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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
notedCode —Chemicals

Official Wording

41. Wiping cloths; properly used and stored. 3-304.14 Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration appropriate for chemical being used. Observed wiping cloth on counter not held in sanitizer.

In Plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely
notedCode —Permits, training, and postings

Official Wording

2. Certified Food Protection Manager 2-102.12 The person in charge must be a certified food protection manager who has passed a test that is part of an accredited program. No CFPM was present at time of inspection. Person in charge should be certified.

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.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

Official record from Boulder County Public Health, Sep 3, 2026 · Original Source

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