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Cafe Landwer

October 20, 2026 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking
failed findings8
critical findings1

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Failed findings

System Maintained in Good Repair (P)critical

Inspector note: Observed 2 water leaks under the 3 bay sink. Contact licensed plumber to repair leaks.
code 590.005/5-205.15-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (Pf)

Inspector note: High temp dishmachine 148F on the irreversible thermometer. Contact licensed company to repair dishmachine. Discontinue using the machine and use the 3 bay sink- 200ppm
code 590.004/4-501.112-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector note: Observed mold-like substance inside the ice machine in the beer room. Clean to remove mold like substance.
code 590.004/4-601.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector note: No paper towels at the hand sink behind the bar. Provide.
code 590.006/6-301.12-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Outside Receptacles (C)

Inspector note: No lid on the trash receptacle outside. Provide lid
code 590.005/5-501.15-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector note: Observed dust on the globe lights fans rafters and vents in the dining area. Clean to remove dust. Observed dust on vents in both employee bathrooms. Clean to remove dust. Observed soiled ceilings in the basement area. Clean to remove food debris. Observed food debris on the shelving/prep line in the basement Observed clutter and boxes on the floor in the beer room. Clean/organize and properly store boxes minumum of 6 inches off the floor. Observed a missing ceiling tile in the beer room. Replace.
code 590.006/6-201.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Controlling Pests (C)

Inspector note: PIC was able to provide 2 pest reports 10/09/26 and 10/16/26. The exterminator is coming out once a week. At today's inspection I did not observe any activity the exterminator states that "the boys are still active" but no catches. Speak to the exterminator about the drop ceiling in the basement. Please contact the licensed pest control/extermination company and obtain a detailed report confirming that there are no pest captures no signs of activity and no sanitation concerns. All identified or potential entry points and structural voids must be properly treated and sealed prior to the next inspection. Pest control service frequency should be increased as needed until the issue has been fully resolved and verified.
code 590.006/6-501.111-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector note: Observed broken employee bathroom door. Repair. Observed broken vents in both employee bathrooms. Repair both vents. Observed a pipe located next to the high temp dishmachine that needs to be capped off. Remove or cap off the pipe. Observed blue tape on the wall in the warewash area. Staff member took the tape off the wall and there was an electical outlet. He stated that he puts the tape of the outlet to ensure not to get shocked. Ensure the electrical outlet is up to code.
code 590.006/6-501.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass on February 10, 2026: 8 findings appeared for the first time.

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