CLOSURE NOTICE
Martha & Bros Coffee Closed by Health Department
November 4, 2025
9:20 AM - 12:00 PM
Follow_up Inspection
13
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
9
Minor
Inspector's Report
Health inspectors found 13 violation(s) at this Cafe/Bakery during a follow_up inspection. Corrective actions have been ordered.
Violations Cited
13
#23
CRITICAL
NO INSECTS, RODENTS, BIRDS OR NONSERVICE ANIMALS (CORRECTED ON SITE)
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
Seal the hole with approved material. Do not use spray foam.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114259, 114259.1, 114259.3
#5
MAJOR
HANDS CLEAN AND PROPERLY WASHED; PROPER GLOVE USE (CORRECTED ON SITE)
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
Seal the hole with approved material. Do not use spray foam.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114193, 114197
#6
MAJOR
ADEQUATE HAND WASHING FACILITIES; SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Why This Matters
Missing handwashing supplies forces employees to skip handwashing. Studies show only 31% of workers wash hands properly when supplies are inadequate. Spreads norovirus to hundreds.
What Was Observed
Seal the hole with approved material. Do not use spray foam.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113953, 113953.1, 113953.2
#7
MAJOR
PROPER HOT AND COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES (CORRECTED ON SITE)
Why This Matters
Temperature abuse causes 63% of foodborne outbreaks. Clostridium perfringens multiplies rapidly between 70-120°F. Listeria grows even at refrigeration temperatures.
What Was Observed
Seal the hole with approved material. Do not use spray foam.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113996, 114037
#14
MINOR
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
Seal the hole with approved material. Do not use spray foam.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114099, 114099.6, 114117
#30
MINOR
FOOD STORAGE; FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IDENTIFIED (CORRECTED ON SITE)
Why This Matters
Improper storage allows pest access and temperature abuse. Food on floor contacts contaminated water during cleaning. Expired foods cause illness.
What Was Observed
Seal the hole with approved material. Do not use spray foam.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114047, 114049
#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
Seal the hole with approved material. Do not use spray foam.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114087, 114089
#33
MINOR
NONFOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Why This Matters
Dirty surfaces harbor pests and serve as bacteria reservoirs. Accumulated grease and food debris attract cockroaches and rodents.
What Was Observed
Seal the hole with approved material. Do not use spray foam.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114115, 114117
#35
MINOR
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
Seal the hole with approved material. Do not use spray foam.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114130, 114160
#39
MINOR
WIPING CLOTHS; PROPERLY USED AND STORED (CORRECTED ON SITE)
Why This Matters
Dirty wiping cloths spread millions of bacteria across surfaces. Cloths used on raw meat spread Salmonella and E. coli throughout kitchen.
What Was Observed
Seal the hole with approved material. Do not use spray foam.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114099.6
#44
MINOR
FLOORS, WALLS AND CEILING: BUILT, MAINTAINED AND CLEAN
Why This Matters
Cracks and holes allow pest entry and make cleaning impossible. Deteriorated surfaces harbor bacteria that contaminate food and equipment.
What Was Observed
Seal the hole with approved material. Do not use spray foam.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114143, 114266
#8
MINOR
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
Seal the hole with approved material. Do not use spray foam.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114000
#8
MINOR
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
Seal the hole with approved material. Do not use spray foam.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114000