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1. Apr 28, 2026 Routine · No items found

   No violations cited.

2. Sep 19, 2025 Re-inspection · 1 priority, 3 priority foundation, 1 core, 3 repeat
   • Serious Priority

     WHEN TO WASH

     9/19/2025 - Handwashing was not observed during inspection. 4/4/2025 - Employee observed not washing hands after exchanging money with a customer and returning to food prep.

     Correction: Employees shall wash their hands after engaging in any activity that may cause their hands to become contaminated.

     Code 2-301.14

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     THAWING

     9/19/2025 - No thawing observed during inspection. 4/4/2025 - Fish is being improperly thawed by sitting in standing water in the prep sink.

     Correction: Adjust procedures or methods to properly thaw foods.

     Code 3-501.13 (A) - (D)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat Corrected on site

     FOOD TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICES - PROVIDED

     9/19/2025 - No thermometer is present for monitoring temperatures in food. 4/4/2025 - No thermometer is present for monitoring temperatures in foods.

     Correction: Provide a thermometer that is easily accessible and capable of taking temperatures in food. Action Taken: Thermometer was given during inspection.

     Code 4-302.12 (A)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat Corrected on site

     USING A HANDWASHING SINK - ACCESSIBLE AND MAINTAINED

     9/19/2025 - Handwashing sink was observed to be blocked with fry basket and was unavailable for proper handwashing. 4/4/2025 - Handwashing sink was observed to be blocked with food containers and was unavailable for proper handwashing.

     Correction: Keep handwashing sink in working condition at all times to allow for frequent handwashing. Action Taken: Items were removed from the hand sink.

     Code 5-205.11 (A) and (C)

   • Not serious Core Repeat

     OPERATING WITHOUT A LICENSE - POSTING A RETAIL FOOD LICENSE

     9/19/2025 - Retail food esablishment permit is not posted in a conspicous area. 4/4/2025 - Retail food establishment permit is not posted in a conspicous area.

     Correction: Post retail food establishment permit in a public area.

     Code ATCP 75.06 (1) (b)

3. Apr 4, 2025 Routine · 3 priority, 3 priority foundation, 4 core
   • Serious Priority

     WHEN TO WASH

     Employee observed not washing hands after exchanging money with a customer and returning to food prep.

     Correction: Employees shall wash their hands after engaging in any activity that may cause their hands to become contaminated.

     Code 2-301.14

   • Serious Priority

     COMPLIANCE WITH FOOD LAW - UNAPPROVED SOURCE

     Food is obtained from an unapproved source: -Classie's Creations puddings were observed in grab n' go cooler. -Labeling on the pudding is the address of the facility, however there are no other approved vendors out of the Main Project and Cafe. -Puddings are missing proper labeling requirements of ingredients and allergens.

     Correction: Discard foods from unapproved source.

     Code 3-201.11 (A)

   • Serious Priority

     PLUMBING - BACKFLOW PREVENTION - AIR GAP

     Prep sink plumbing is an air break rather than an air gap.

     Correction: Provide an air gap on water supply side to protect water supply.

     Code 5-202.13

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     THAWING

     Fish is being improperly thawed by sitting in standing water in the prep sink.

     Correction: Adjust procedures or methods to properly thaw foods.

     Code 3-501.13 (A) - (D)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     FOOD TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICES - PROVIDED

     No thermometer is present for monitoring temperatures in foods.

     Correction: Provide a thermometer that is easily accessible and capable of taking temperatures in food.

     Code 4-302.12 (A)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

     USING A HANDWASHING SINK - ACCESSIBLE AND MAINTAINED

     Handwashing sink was observed to be blocked with food containers and was unavailable for proper handwashing.

     Correction: Keep handwashing sink in working condition at all times to allow for frequent handwashing. Action Taken: Items were removed from the hand sink.

     Code 5-205.11 (A) and (C)

   • Not serious Core

     FOOD CONTAMINATION PREVENTED FROM PREMISE - OFF THE FLOOR

     Rice and potatoes are stored on the floor in the kitchen.

     Correction: Store all food items 6 inches above the floor.

     Code 3-305.11 (A) (3)

   • Not serious Core

     SINGLE-USE AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - PROHIBITIONS

     Single-use or single-service articles are being stored on the floor.

     Correction: Store single-service or single-use articles, clean equipment and utensils and laundered linens in areas that are not subject to contamination.

     Code 4-903.12

   • Not serious Core

     INTENSITY - LIGHTING

     The light intensity in the restroom is less than 20 foot candles.

     Correction: Provide the correct lighting intensity in restroom. Fix overhead lighting or add another light source in addition to the lamp.

     Code 6-303.11

   • Not serious Core

     OPERATING WITHOUT A LICENSE - POSTING A RETAIL FOOD LICENSE

     Retail food establishment permit is not posted in a conspicous area.

     Correction: Post retail food establishment permit in a public area.

     Code ATCP 75.06 (1) (b)

4. Aug 10, 2023 Re-inspection · 1 priority foundation, 3 core, 4 repeat
   • Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat Corrected on site

     HANDWASHING CLEANSER AVAILABILITY

     8/10/23: Soap not available at food employee handwashing sink in the kitchen. 6/27/23: Soap not available at food employee handwashing sink in the kitchen.

     Correction: Provide hand soap at handwashing sink to facilitate proper handwashing. Action Taken: Soap was provided.

     Code 6-301.11

   • Not serious Core Repeat Corrected on site

     WAREWASHING - SINKS - USE LIMITATION

     8/10/23: The warewashing sink in the kitchen is being used imporperly. The sanitizer compartment is filled with soapy water. The handwashing sink in the cafe is being used to dry dishes. 6/27/23: The warewashing sink in the kitchen and in the cafe are being used improperly. The first two comparments of each were empty. The sanitizing compartment was filled with soapy water and wiping clothes. Observed individual rinse hands in kitchen 3 comp sink.

     Correction: Discontinue using warewashing sink compartments for [describe] unless sinks are cleaned and sanitized prior to and after use. Action Taken: Correct warewashing was set-up with wash, rinse, and sanitizer compartments. Action Taken: Dishes were removed from cafe kitchen. Discussed that the 3 comp in kitchen has a slow leak. Plumber to come to repair so sinks can be used properly.

     Code 4-501.16

   • Not serious Core Repeat

     KITCHENWARE, TABLEWARE AND SINGLE-USE ARTICLES - HANDLED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION

     8/10/23: It was observed that kitchen utensils and silverware eating utensils being stored in the kitchen are being stored where the food or lip contact surface could be contaminated. 6/27/23: It was observed that kitchen utensils and silverware eating utensils being stored in the kitchen are being stored where the food or lip contact surface could be contaminated.

     Correction: Store utensils in a manner to avoid contamination to the food and lip contact surface. Invert all utensils and silverware.

     Code 4-904.11 (A)

   • Not serious Core Repeat

     FLOORS, WALLS AND CEILINGS - CLEANABILITY

     8/10/23: 1. The walls in the utility sink room is unfinished wood studs. Wall directly above sink is dry wall. Observed mops leaning directly onto wooden studs. 2. Unsealed wooden pallet is being used under single door stand-up freezer. 6/27/23: 1. The walls in the utility sink room is unfinished wood studs. Wall directly above sink is dry wall. Observed mops leaning directly onto wooden studs. 2. Raw wood edge at seam on wall adjacent to the hood. Wood is dented and roughened in various spots and is no longer sealed. 3. Unsealed wooden pallet is being used under single door stand-up freezer.

     Correction: Provide floors, walls, and ceilings that are designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable and non-absorbant.

     Code 6-201.11

5. Jun 27, 2023 Routine · 3 priority, 3 priority foundation, 5 core, 3 repeat
   • Serious Priority Repeat Corrected on site

     TCS FOOD - COLD HOLDING

     1. Containers of diced tomaotes are being cold held stored on counter at room temperature and are between 63.3 to 64.7°F. 2. Bag of shredded lettuce is being cold held stored on counter at room temperaure and is at 46.7°F. 3. Container of sour cream is being cold held stored on counter at room temperature and is at 50°F.

     Correction: Maintain cold time/temperature control for safety food at or below 41°F. Discard unsafe food items. Action Taken: Items were moved into the cooler to rapidly cool.

     Code 3-501.16 (A) (2) AND (B)

   • Serious Priority Corrected on site

     DATE MARKING - DISPOSITION

     Discolored cut limes, discolored diced onions, and browning lettuce in prep top cooler have exceeded their shelf-life and are not provided with a date mark.

     Correction: Discard ready-to-eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food requiring a date mark that has exceeded the discard date or has not been provided with a date mark. Action Taken: Limes, onions, and lettuce were discarded by owner.

     Code 3-501.18 (A)

   • Serious Priority

     FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - CLEANING FREQUENCY

     Milk steamer cups and stir sticks used with time/temperature controlled for safety food (milk and milk substitutes) are not cleaned every 4 hours.

     Correction: Clean food contact surfaces used with time/temperature controlled for safety food a minimum of every 4 hours, when potential contamination occurs, or in-between use with different types of milk products. All items to be washed, rinsed, sanitized, and air dried.

     Code 4-602.11 (C)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat

     FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - SOILED

     The interior of the ice machine is visibly soiled.

     Correction: Maintain food contact surfaces in a clean condition.

     Code 4-601.11 (A)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

     HANDWASHING CLEANSER AVAILABILITY

     Soap not available at food employee handwashing sink in the kitchen.

     Correction: Provide hand soap at handwashing sink to facilitate proper handwashing. Action Taken: Soap was provided.

     Code 6-301.11

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

     HAND DRYING PROVISION

     No single-use toweling or other hand drying device available at employee handwashing sink for hand drying. Employees are using a dry towel to dry hands after washing.

     Correction: Provide single-use toweling or other approved devices at employee handwashing sink to facilitate proper handwashing. Action Taken: Single-use paper toweling was provided by owner.

     Code 6-301.12

   • Not serious Core Repeat

     IN-USE UTENSILS, BETWEEN USE STORAGE

     In-use spoon used to scoop RTE sour cream is improperly stored on-top of a paper towel soiled with grease.

     Correction: Store in-use utensils in the food item with handle extended, on a clean surface, running dipper well or in a container of water greater than 135°F.

     Code 3-304.12

   • Not serious Core Corrected on site

     WAREWASHING - SINKS - USE LIMITATION

     The warewashing sink in the kitchen and in the cafe are being used improperly. The first two comparments of each were empty. The sanitizing compartment was filled with soapy water and wiping clothes. Observed individual rinse hands in kitchen 3 comp sink.

     Correction: Discontinue using warewashing sink compartments for [describe] unless sinks are cleaned and sanitized prior to and after use. Action Taken: Correct warewashing was set-up with wash, rinse, and sanitizer compartments.

     Code 4-501.16

   • Not serious Core

     KITCHENWARE, TABLEWARE AND SINGLE-USE ARTICLES - HANDLED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION

     It was observed that kitchen utensils and silverware eating utensils being stored in the kitchen are being stored where the food or lip contact surface could be contaminated.

     Correction: Store utensils in a manner to avoid contamination to the food and lip contact surface.

     Code 4-904.11 (A)

   • Not serious Core

     FLOORS, WALLS AND CEILINGS - CLEANABILITY

     1. The walls in the utility sink room is unfinished wood studs. Wall directly above sink is dry wall. Observed mops leaning directly onto wooden studs. 2. Raw wood edge at seam on wall adjacent to the hood. Wood is dented and roughened in various spots and is no longer sealed. 3. Unsealed wooden pallet is being used under single door stand-up freezer.

     Correction: Provide floors, walls, and ceilings that are designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable and non-absorbant.

     Code 6-201.11

   • Not serious Core

     DESIGNATED AREAS - EMPLOYEE ACCOMODATIONS

     Employee cell phone being stored on-top of food on prep counter and employee beverage stored between food items on prep counter.

     Correction: Relocate employee storage lockers to prevent contamination of food, equipment, linens, single-use and single service articles.

     Code 6-403.11 (B)

6. May 5, 2023 Follow Up · No items found

   No violations cited.