CAFE LUCIA scored 56; newer inspection records 87

1. 01

   Person in charge

   Item 1-2A ↗

   EHs observed no PIC present on the premises of the food service establishment. Manager stated on the phone that there is no PIC.

   Inspector’s full note +

   Code 511-6-1.03(2)

   EHs observed no PIC present on the premises of the food service establishment. Manager stated on the phone that there is no PIC. CA There must be a person in charge on the premises of the food service establishment at all times. New Violation.

   Official report · Item 1-2A ↗
   New violation
2. 02

   Food protection manager

   Item 1-2B ↗

   Observed no CFSM certificate posted in public view of facility CA: The original CFSM certificate shall be posted in public view in each food service establishment. An additional copy shall be retained on file at the food service establishment at all times and shall be made available for inspection by the Health Authority.

   Inspector’s full note +

   Code 511-6-1.03(3)(c)

   Observed no CFSM certificate posted in public view of facility CA: The original CFSM certificate shall be posted in public view in each food service establishment. An additional copy shall be retained on file at the food service establishment at all times and shall be made available for inspection by the Health Authority. PIC WILL HAVE 10 DAYS TO POST CFSM CERTIFICATE IN PUBLIC VIEW Repeat Violation. Correct By: 08/07/2026

   Official report · Item 1-2B ↗
   Repeat violation

   Correct by
   Aug 7, 2026

3. 03

   Handwashing

   Item 2-1B ↗

   Observed employee handle ready to eat food for customer without washing his hands after being on his phone in the front food service area. CA :Food employees shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles and: (i) After touching bare human body parts other than clean hands and clean, exposed arms; (ii) After using the toilet room; (iii) After caring for or handling service animals or aquatic animals; (iv) After coughing, sneezing, using a handkerchief or disposable tissue, using tobacco products or electronic…

   Inspector’s full note +

   Code 511-6-1.03(5)(c)

   Observed employee handle ready to eat food for customer without washing his hands after being on his phone in the front food service area. CA :Food employees shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles and: (i) After touching bare human body parts other than clean hands and clean, exposed arms; (ii) After using the toilet room; (iii) After caring for or handling service animals or aquatic animals; (iv) After coughing, sneezing, using a handkerchief or disposable tissue, using tobacco products or electronic devices that simulate tobacco smoking, eating or drinking, except for drinking from a closed beverage container and the container is handled to prevent contamination of the hands; (v) After handling soiled equipment or utensils; (vi) During food preparation, as often as necessary to remove soil and contamination and to prevent cross contamination when changing tasks; (vii) When switching between working with raw food and working with ready-to-eat food; (viii) Before donning gloves to initiate a task that involves working with food; and (ix) After engaging in other activities that contaminate the hands. COS: Employee washed hands Corrected On-Site. New Violation.

   Official report · Item 2-1B ↗
   Corrected on siteNew violation
4. 04

   Employee health reporting

   Item 2-2A ↗

   PIC NOT ABLE TO PROVIDE, IN VERIFIABLE MANNER, THAT EMPLOYEES ARE AWARE OF THEIR RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT TO MANAGEMENT THEIR HEALTH AS IT RELATES TO SYMPTOMS/ILLNESSES TRANSMISSIBLE VIA FOOD C/A: PIC SHALL BE ABLE TO PROVIDE, IN VERIFIABLE MANNER, THAT EMPLOYEES ARE AWARE OF THEIR RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT TO MANAGEMENT THEIR HEALTH AS IT RELATES TO SYMPTOMS/ILLNESSES TRANSMISSIBLE VIA FOOD PIC WILL EMAIL EHS SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH AGREEMENTS WITHIN 10 DAYS. Repeat Violation.

   Inspector’s full note +

   Code 511-6-1.03(4)(a)(b)(c)(e)(f)

   PIC NOT ABLE TO PROVIDE, IN VERIFIABLE MANNER, THAT EMPLOYEES ARE AWARE OF THEIR RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT TO MANAGEMENT THEIR HEALTH AS IT RELATES TO SYMPTOMS/ILLNESSES TRANSMISSIBLE VIA FOOD C/A: PIC SHALL BE ABLE TO PROVIDE, IN VERIFIABLE MANNER, THAT EMPLOYEES ARE AWARE OF THEIR RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT TO MANAGEMENT THEIR HEALTH AS IT RELATES TO SYMPTOMS/ILLNESSES TRANSMISSIBLE VIA FOOD PIC WILL EMAIL EHS SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH AGREEMENTS WITHIN 10 DAYS. Repeat Violation. Correct By: 07/17/2026

   Official report · Item 2-2A ↗
   Repeat violation

   Correct by
   Jul 17, 2026

5. 05

   Cold holding

   Item 6-1A ↗

   Observed TCS foods listed with asterisks cold holding above 41f in the main kitchen (*see asterisks*) CA: ALL TCS FOODS COLD HOLDING SHALL BE MAINTAINED AT 41F OR BELOW COS: FOOD DISCARDED Corrected On-Site. New Violation.

   Inspector’s full note +

   Code 511-6-1.04(6)(f)

   Observed TCS foods listed with asterisks cold holding above 41f in the main kitchen (*see asterisks*) CA: ALL TCS FOODS COLD HOLDING SHALL BE MAINTAINED AT 41F OR BELOW COS: FOOD DISCARDED Corrected On-Site. New Violation.

   Official report · Item 6-1A ↗
   Corrected on siteNew violation
6. 06

   Date marking and disposition

   Item 6-2 ↗

   Observed the following TCS foods in reach in cooler 1 exceeding 7-day shelf life in the main kitchen: sausage patties 6/26/26, Sausage patties #2 6/26/26, Bacon 6/16/26, deli Turkey 2/26/26. CA: A food that requires datemarking shall be discarded if it: (i) Exceeds 7 days, not including the time that the product is frozen; P (ii) Is in a container or package that does not bear a date or day; P or (iii) Is inappropriately marked with a date or day that exceeds 7 days .

   Inspector’s full note +

   Code 511-6-1.04(6)(h)

   Observed the following TCS foods in reach in cooler 1 exceeding 7-day shelf life in the main kitchen: sausage patties 6/26/26, Sausage patties #2 6/26/26, Bacon 6/16/26, deli Turkey 2/26/26. CA: A food that requires datemarking shall be discarded if it: (i) Exceeds 7 days, not including the time that the product is frozen; P (ii) Is in a container or package that does not bear a date or day; P or (iii) Is inappropriately marked with a date or day that exceeds 7 days . P 2. Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time / temperature control for safety food prepared in a food service establishment and dispensed through a vending machine with an automatic shutoff control shall be discarded if it exceeds 7 days. P COS: food discarded Corrected On-Site. New Violation.

   Official report · Item 6-2 ↗
   Corrected on siteNew violation
7. 07

   Toxic substance storage and use

   Item 8-2B ↗

   Observed spray bottle containing chemical stored with nozzle directly above clean and ready to use food utensils in the front food service area. CA: Poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored so they cannot contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by: 1.

   Inspector’s full note +

   Code 511-6-1.07(6)(c)

   Observed spray bottle containing chemical stored with nozzle directly above clean and ready to use food utensils in the front food service area. CA: Poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored so they cannot contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by: 1. Separating the poisonous or toxic materials by spacing or partitioning; P and 2. Locating the poisonous or toxic materials in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service or single-use articles. This requirement does not apply to equipment and utensil cleaners and sanitizers that are stored in warewashing areas for availability and convenience if the materials are stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. P COS: spray bottle removed Corrected On-Site. New Violation.

   Official report · Item 8-2B ↗
   Corrected on siteNew violation
8. 08

   Food storage and contamination

   Item 12A ↗

   Observed pack of Gatorade and pack of Soda bottles stored on the floor in the main kitchen near office area. CA:Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor.

   Inspector’s full note +

   Code 511-6-1.04(4)(q)

   Observed pack of Gatorade and pack of Soda bottles stored on the floor in the main kitchen near office area. CA:Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. New Violation.

   Official report · Item 12A ↗
   New violation
9. 09

   Pest control

   Item 18 ↗

   Observed several flies throughout the entire facility. Doors were not left open.

   Inspector’s full note +

   Code 511-6-1.07(5)(k)

   Observed several flies throughout the entire facility. Doors were not left open. CA:The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: 1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; 2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; 3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; Pf and 4. Eliminating harborage conditions. New Violation.

   Official report · Item 18 ↗
   New violation

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