FAIL
Armenian Cultural Center Fails Reinspection
November 12, 2025
11:00 AM - 12:45 PM
Reinspection Inspection
8
Total Violations
1
Critical
6
Major
1
Minor
5
Corrected On Site
Inspector's Report
Reinspection revealed continued serious violations including rat droppings near dishwasher and ice machine, missing food handler certifications for all staff, and improper handwashing practices. Facility issued citation requiring appearance at Abatement Conference on December 10, 2025 for failure to comply with health codes, with additional documentation required within 7 days including pest control report and employee certifications.
Violations Cited
8
#23
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
No Insects, Rodents, Birds or Nonservice Animals
Why This Matters
Mice produce 50 droppings daily containing Salmonella and hantavirus. Cockroaches carry 33 bacteria types and 6 parasitic worms. Rats spread plague and leptospirosis.
What Was Observed
Observed rat droppings on the floor around the mechanical dishwasher, by the ice machine by the side door, and on top of the mechanical dishwasher trays. Facility was unable to provide another pest control service report; last service 09/26/2025. Corrected on site - All droppings were removed; trays were moved outside for discarding.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114259, 114259.1, 114259.3
#14
CORRECTED
MAJOR
Food Contact Surfaces: Clean and Sanitized
Why This Matters
Dirty cutting boards and utensils cause 76% of cross-contamination. Biofilms protect bacteria from cleaning. One contaminated surface spreads pathogens to dozens of foods.
What Was Observed
Observed no sanitizing solution was readily available at time of inspection during active food preparation. Corrected on site - Per Inspector's request, sanitizing solution was provided.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114099, 114099.6, 114117
#29
CORRECTED
MAJOR
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored and Used
What Was Observed
Observed approximately 1 uncontainerized green rodent bait blocks (poison) on the floor underneath the mechanical dish washing area. Corrected on site - Per Inspector's request, bait block was removed.
#36
MAJOR
Equipment, Utensils and Linens: Storage and Use
Why This Matters
Improperly stored utensils collect airborne bacteria and dust. Contaminated storage spreads pathogens to clean items.
What Was Observed
Observed the use of the dishwashing sink being used for pasta that was being actively washed in sink in strainer without cleaning first.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114161, 114178
#40
MAJOR
Plumbing; Proper Backflow Devices
Why This Matters
Without sanitizer, wiping cloths become bacteria breeding grounds. One contaminated cloth can spread pathogens to every surface it touches.
What Was Observed
Observed white piping for the ice machine is directly in the floor sink underneath the handwashing sink.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114099.6
#43
CORRECTED
MAJOR
Premises; Personal/Cleaning Items; Vermin Proofing
Why This Matters
Clutter provides harborage for rodents and cockroaches. Cardboard harbors cockroach eggs. Each egg case contains 30-40 nymphs.
What Was Observed
Observed the door to the kitchen that leads directly to the outdoors was propped open at the beginning of the inspection and a container of food waste without a lid was on the floor next to the door. Corrected on site - Inspector closed the door, education provided, signs made to keep back door closed.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114067, 114123
#5
CORRECTED
MAJOR
Hands Clean and Properly Washed; Proper Glove Use
Why This Matters
Sewage contains billions of pathogens including hepatitis A, norovirus, and E. coli. One tablespoon contains 100 million bacteria. Causes immediate severe illness.
What Was Observed
Observed food employee was actively washing dishes and stopped washing dishes to handle food ready for service without washing their hands first.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114193, 114197
#5
CORRECTED
MAJOR
Hands Clean and Properly Washed; Proper Glove Use
Why This Matters
Sewage contains billions of pathogens including hepatitis A, norovirus, and E. coli. One tablespoon contains 100 million bacteria. Causes immediate severe illness.
What Was Observed
Observed food employee was actively washing dishes and stopped washing dishes to handle food ready for service without washing their hands first.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114193, 114197