FAIL
Blondies Pizza Stonestown Fails Reinspection
October 15, 2025
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
Reinspection Inspection
9
Total Violations
4
Major
5
Minor
2
Corrected On Site
Inspector's Report
Second reinspection issued abatement conference citation for Nov 19. Staff demonstrated poor food safety knowledge. TPHC records inaccurate. Cooler not working. Ventilation hood not serviced since 2024. Some violations corrected.
Violations Cited
9
#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
Sanitizer in excess of 200ppm. Employee wiped tray then spatula and pizza slicer with same paper towel. Corrected.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114099, 114099.6, 114117
#35
MAJOR
EQUIPMENT APPROVED: CLEAN; INSTALLED; GOOD REPAIR; CAPACITY
Why This Matters
Household equipment cannot withstand commercial use and harbors bacteria in cracks. Latex gloves cause severe allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
What Was Observed
Two door cooler at room temperature. Pizza box used as splash shield. Soft serve machine not in use needs removal or repair.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114130, 114160
#37
MAJOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION AND LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS, USE
What Was Observed
Ventilation baffle missing. Hood sticker shows last service was 2024.
#8
CORRECTED
MAJOR
TIME AS A PUBLIC HEALTH CONTROL; PROCEDURES & RECORDS
Why This Matters
Foods held over 4 hours at room temperature reach dangerous bacteria levels. Staphylococcus aureus produces heat-stable toxins that cause severe illness.
What Was Observed
Pizza slices and Parmesan on TPHC not marked. Staff unable to confirm how long pizzas at room temp. Logs inaccurate. Corrected with education.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114000
#1A
MINOR
DEMONSTRATION OF KNOWLEDGE
What Was Observed
Staff incorrectly stated sanitizer amount needed. Employee responsible for dishes could not explain proper washing procedure.
#28
MINOR
WASHING FRUITS AND VEGETABLES
What Was Observed
Mushrooms claimed pre-washed but no proof or labeling provided. Provide documentation or wash before use.
#36
MINOR
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
Boxes stored on food prep sink drain board blocking access.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114161, 114178
#38
MINOR
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND ACCURATE
What Was Observed
No probe thermometer available. No working thermometers in any refrigeration units.
#38
MINOR
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND ACCURATE
What Was Observed
No probe thermometer available. No working thermometers in any refrigeration units.