Cafe Express
5600 W LOVERS LN #109, Dallas, TX 75209 · Dallas County
Historical record. Historical: the City of Dallas published this dataset from October 2016 to February 2024 and then ended it (dataset ended 2024). Later inspections are not in it. Points follow the Texas inspection form: Priority items 3 points (shown as serious), Priority Foundation 2, Core 1.
Establishment
- Type
- Food establishment
- Inspected by
- City of Dallas Code Compliance (2016–2024 dataset)
- Official record
- City of Dallas Code Compliance (2016–2024 dataset) inspection reports
Year by year
| Year | Inspections | Violations | Serious |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 | 5 | 1 |
| 2019 | 2 | 23 | 4 |
| 2018 | 2 | 8 | 4 |
| 2017 | 2 | 12 | 6 |
Inspections
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Mar 26, 2020 Routine Score 92
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Serious
Priority (3 points)
Toxic items labeling-non original container
Observed chemical spray bottles with no label
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Not serious
Priority Foundation (2 points)
RFSM - Not On Site
No RFSM on site
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Not serious
Core (1 points)
Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
Observed wiping cloth buckets on floor
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Not serious
Core (1 points)
Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Seal hand sink to wall
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Not serious
Core (1 points)
Handwashing signage
Replace unreadable hand wash sign
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Serious
Priority (3 points)
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Oct 31, 2019 Routine Score 82
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Serious
Priority (3 points)
Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
Observed cheese 43.8 degrees F, parmesean cheese 44 degrees F.
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Serious
Priority (3 points)
Raw ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparation,
observed raw shelled eggs over RTE foods
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Serious
Priority (3 points)
Toxic items labeling-non original container
Observed several spray bottles without labels
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Not serious
Priority Foundation (2 points)
Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
Observed filling pitcher from hand sink. Hand sink for hand washing only.
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Not serious
Core (1 points)
Hair Restraints effective
Observed employees prepping sandwiches with no hair restraint.
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Not serious
Core (1 points)
Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
observed towel used under cutting board.
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Not serious
Core (1 points)
Storing the food where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination
Observed clean plates contaminated with dust and food debris.
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Not serious
Core (1 points)
In-use utensils, between-use storage. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food prep
Observed cup used as scoop in dry ingredients. Scoop must have handle and stick out of product.
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Not serious
Core (1 points)
Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
Observed dry ingredient containers incorrectly labeled and not labeled.
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Not serious
Core (1 points)
Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Observed shelf with dust and food debris under and around microwave.
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Not serious
Core (1 points)
Outer door: solid,selfclosing,tightfitting
Observed gap at back door
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Serious
Priority (3 points)
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Apr 29, 2019 Routine Score 83
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Serious
Priority (3 points)
Toxic items storage adjacent to food/utensils
Observed chemical spray bottle next to clean dishes - cos.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation (2 points)
Sanitizing solutions, testing devices
Do not have test strips for the microbial fruit/vegetable.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation (2 points)
Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
RTE must be date marked.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation (2 points)
Equipment has cracks and corners
Remove damaged plastic containers (bowls)
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Not serious
Core (1 points)
Pest Control
Dead roach observed in sanitizing water of 3-compartment sink. Eliminate roaches.
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Not serious
Core (1 points)
Storing the food where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination
Observed heavy dust build-up on air vents - food prep area.
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Not serious
Core (1 points)
Thawing. under running water criteria (70 degrees Fahrenheit) or below;
Observed thawing raw shrimp out at room temperature inside 3-compartment sink.
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Not serious
Core (1 points)
Reuse of single service articles
Do not reuse single use food containers.
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Not serious
Core (1 points)
Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Vent hood filters - dirty underneath vent hood. Clean inside of ingredient container - residue seen. Clean all the interior/exterior of cooking equipment.
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Not serious
Core (1 points)
Light - 10 foot : Walk-in, Dry storage
Replace blown-out light - dry storage room
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Not serious
Core (1 points)
Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Repair leak underneath hand sink/3-compartment sink. Repair leak underneath water sprayer (PVC piping). Repair/unclog drain at 3-compartment sink. Low grout seen on flooring throughout kitchen area.
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Not serious
Core (1 points)
Other Violations
New ownership - apply for new permit with the City of Dallas Department of Code Compliance as soon as possible.
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Serious
Priority (3 points)
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Oct 16, 2018 Routine Score 91
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Serious
Priority (3 points)
Clean Sight and Touch
clean the inside of the ice machine thoroughly; thoroughly clean the soda gun nozzle holster inside the bar
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Serious
Priority (3 points)
Toxic items labeling-non original container
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Serious
Priority (3 points)
Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
raw eggs stored on the second shelf from the top; must be at the bottom of the reach in cooler
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Serious
Priority (3 points)
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Mar 15, 2018 Routine Score 92
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Not serious
Core (1 points)
Light bulbs, light shields provided
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Not serious
Core (1 points)
Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation (2 points)
A establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomitin
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Serious
Priority (3 points)
Sanitization after Cleaning
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Not serious
Core (1 points)
Food in packages and working containers may be stored less than 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor
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Not serious
Core (1 points)
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Sep 22, 2017 Routine Score 84
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Serious
Priority (3 points)
Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
Raw turkey and salad store together
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Serious
Priority (3 points)
Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
cheese. 53° F
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Serious
Priority (3 points)
Chlorine sanitizer concentration, minimum temp.
0 ppm chlorine
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Not serious
Priority Foundation (2 points)
Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
cheese
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Not serious
Core (1 points)
Floors/walls/ceiling/nonfood dirty
fans in WIC
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Not serious
Priority Foundation (2 points)
RFSM - Not On Site
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Not serious
Priority Foundation (2 points)
Handlers-Certificate Not On Site
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Serious
Priority (3 points)
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Mar 16, 2017 Routine Score 87
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Serious
Priority (3 points)
Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
provide cover for all food containers
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Serious
Priority (3 points)
Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
observed raw eggs and meat store together
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Not serious
Priority Foundation (2 points)
Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
all food in ric
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Not serious
Priority Foundation (2 points)
RFSM - Not On Site
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Serious
Priority (3 points)
Chemical separate by spacing - Retail Sale
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Serious
Priority (3 points)
Source: City of Dallas Code Compliance (2016–2024 dataset). History last read Oct 1, 2026. Violation text is the inspector's wording. “Serious” is the source's own top tier. About this data.