CONDITIONAL
Tasty Pot Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection
August 26, 2025
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
Follow_up Inspection
8
Total Violations
1
Critical
7
Minor
Violations Cited
8
#23
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 mouse droppings in several locations: beneath the stairwell in the dry storage room, on the floor in the water heater closet, and on the floor beneath the shelf adjacent to the walk-in freezer.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114259, 114259.1, 114259.3
#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
The facility employees lack food handler cards. Require all employees to obtain food handler cards. Maintain evidence of certification onsite and available for review.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113947.1
#22
MINOR
SEWAGE AND WASTEWATER PROPERLY DISPOSED
What Was Observed
Observed a wastewater leak from beneath the central compartment of the three-compartment sink. Repair the leak.
#29
MINOR
TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED AND USED
What Was Observed
Observed unapproved bar bait in use on the floor in the water heater closet and the right of the stove. Cease using unapproved pesticides inside the food facility. Use professional pest control.
#30
MINOR
FOOD STORAGE; FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IDENTIFIED
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
Observed an open box of chilis on the floor in the dry storage room. Store all foods at least 6" above the floor.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114047, 114049
#37
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION AND LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS, USE
What Was Observed
Observed a 1" to 2" gap at the right side of the filters in the ventilation hood. Reseat the filters and/or obtain a new filter as needed to ensure there are no gaps between the filters.
#6
MINOR
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
Observed the handwash sink in the server station partially obstructed with a few cups. Maintain all handwash sinks free from obstructions at all times.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113953, 113953.1, 113953.2
#6
MINOR
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
Observed the handwash sink in the server station partially obstructed with a few cups. Maintain all handwash sinks free from obstructions at all times.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113953, 113953.1, 113953.2