FAIL
Yy Coffee & Tea Fails Reinspection
October 10, 2025
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Reinspection Inspection
10
Total Violations
1
Critical
5
Major
4
Minor
3
Corrected On Site
Inspector's Report
Reinspection found some corrections but insufficient improvement. Multiple coolers failing (50-61F), household air fryer in use, gaps/holes in ceiling, food on floor, TPHC logs exceeding 4 hours. Warning of abatement hearing.
Violations Cited
10
#35
CRITICAL
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
Household air fryer in use for raw chicken. Multiple coolers failing: rice/yogurt unit at room temp, fruit unit at 50F, display at 61F.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114130, 114160
#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
No measurable sanitizer on wiping cloth used for food surfaces. Cloth returned to bucket.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114099, 114099.6, 114117
#21
MAJOR
HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AVAILABLE
Why This Matters
Without hot water, dishes cannot be sanitized and hands cannot be properly washed. Allows survival of viruses and bacteria that cause foodborne illness.
What Was Observed
Bathroom hot water at 75F maximum when 100F required.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114192
#43
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
Many gaps/holes in ceiling and excessive items in storage that may harbor rodents. Fly zappers under equipment.
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
Employee touched face multiple times and resumed food prep without washing hands. Education provided.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114193, 114197
#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
TPHC logs show 11am-4pm discard time for boba exceeding 4 hour limit. Education provided.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114000
#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
Food stored on floor in plastic containers in kitchen and storage areas.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114047, 114049
#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
Stirrers stored in water at room temperature. Keep dry or at proper temperature.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114161, 114178
#38
MINOR
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND ACCURATE
What Was Observed
No thermometers in refrigeration units.
#38
MINOR
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND ACCURATE
What Was Observed
No thermometers in refrigeration units.