CONDITIONAL
Cafeto Coffee Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection
November 14, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Routine Inspection
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Inspector's Report
Routine inspection revealed multiple violations including minimal rodent droppings below espresso machine, brown mold-like substance in ice machine interior, and missing food safety certifications. Most concerning was evidence of recent rodent activity, though pest control reports indicate the rodent was eliminated approximately one month prior. Additional violations included unlabeled self-service drinks and improper use of cups as scoops.
Violations Cited
5
#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
Continue monitoring for rodent activity and receiving monthly pest control services. Observed minimal rodent droppings below on the shelve below the espresso machine. Operator stated that approximately one month ago a small rodent was observed and eliminated from the facility. Pest control report stated no activity has been observed since. COS - Employee initiated cleaning and removal of the rodent droppings.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114259, 114259.1, 114259.3
#14
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
Clean and sanitize the interior of the ice machine. Observed a brown mold-like substance on the interior of the ice machine. No contamination of ice was observed.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114099, 114099.6, 114117
#1B
MINOR
Food Safety Manager Certification and Food Handler Card
Why This Matters
Certified managers reduce critical violations by 60%. They understand temperature control, contamination prevention, and proper hygiene that prevents outbreaks.
What Was Observed
No manager food safety certification or employee food handler cards were provided.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113947.1
#32
MINOR
Food Properly Labeled & Honestly Presented
Why This Matters
Without date labels, expired foods may be served. Listeria grows in refrigerated foods over time, especially in deli meats and soft cheeses.
What Was Observed
Provide a label for self-service drinks. Observed an orange drink without a label inside the self-service refrigerator.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114087, 114089
#32
MINOR
Food Properly Labeled & Honestly Presented
Why This Matters
Without date labels, expired foods may be served. Listeria grows in refrigerated foods over time, especially in deli meats and soft cheeses.
What Was Observed
Provide a label for self-service drinks. Observed an orange drink without a label inside the self-service refrigerator.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114087, 114089