ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Nov 3, 2026
11 recorded violations
Official Wording
3.2(K) - In-use utensils - between-use storage
Inspector’s Notes
In-use utensils are improperly stored. Observed tongs stored on paper towel. Tongs were washed and placed on clean nonabsorbent surface. +COS
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.
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6.4(A) - Repairing
Inspector’s Notes
The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair. Observed floors in prep area and walk-in drink cooler not smooth in some parts. 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.
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3.5(C)(2)(e) - Food Labeling - Allergens
Inspector’s Notes
A food label did not include the name of the food source of each major food allergen contained in a food unless the food source is already part of the common or usual name of the respective ingredient. Observed cookies in retail area without ingredient list. Cookies were placed behind the counter. +COS
In Plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsOfficial Wording
4.8(E)(1)(3) - Single-Service Articles and Single-Use Articles - Storage
Inspector’s Notes
Single-service and single-use articles were not stored in the original protective package or were stored by means that did not protect them from contamination. Observed single service items on the floor. Single service items were moved to be six inches off the floor. +COS
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
2.1(A) - I. Employee Health - Management and Personnel - Employee Health
Inspector’s Notes
License holder did not ensure food employee(s) report certain diseases, symptoms or high risk situations as obligated by law including providing necessary additional information. Signed health reporting policy could not be verified during inspection. Health policy was provided. +COS
In Plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
More about employee hygiene or health policy issuesOfficial Wording
4.5(A)(1) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils: Clean to Sight and Touch
Inspector’s Notes
Food-contact surfaces were not clean to the sight and touch. 1. Observed biofilm in soda gun nozzels. Soda gun nozzles were washed, rinsed , sanitized. +COS 2. Observed sugar build up in capuchinno machine. Machine was washed, rinsed , sanitized. +COS
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
6.4(B)(1) - Cleaning- Frequency and Restrictions
Inspector’s Notes
The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Observed build up on walls and floors in drink walk in cooler. Walls and floors were cleaned +COS
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.
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3.2(Q) - Food Storage: Preventing Contamination from the Premises
Inspector’s Notes
Food items are not protected from contamination during storage. Observed box of bananas stored on the floor. Bananas were moved 6 inches off the floor. +COS
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.
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4.1(Z) - Temperature Measuring Device - Functionality
Inspector’s Notes
Temperature measuring devices are missing, not correctly placed, not readable, or of improper design. Observed missing thermometers in coolers . Thermometers were obtained and placed in cooler. +COS
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 temperatureOfficial Wording
4.4(A)(2) - Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment
Inspector’s Notes
Equipment components were not intact, tight or properly adjusted. Observed walk in retail drink cooler gasket in disrepair. Repair.
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
5.4(F)(1) - Outdoor Receptacles
Inspector’s Notes
Outdoor refuse containers do not have tight fitting lids, doors, or covers. Observed dumpster lid was not tight fitting. Repair.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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