Inspection
Jan 29, 2026
7 recorded violations
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
CFPM expired since 2023. No allergen awarness certificate. Provide both.
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 issuesOfficial wording
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed plastic cup used to dispense beans at the retail area. Use handled utensils/scoops.
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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesOfficial wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Wiping cloths observed wet on counter. Store properly in sanitizer solution.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial wording
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed box with packaged food items stored on the floor at lower level. Elevate properly.
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 contaminationOfficial wording
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Inspector’s notes
Handsink at toilet with out of order hot water faucet. Repair.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial wording
Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Handsink at the toilet without soap. Provide.
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsOfficial wording
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Handink at toilet area without paper towels. Provide.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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