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La Cabra Restaurant

July 23, 2025 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking
failed findings11
critical findings1

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Failed findings

System Maintained in Good Repair (P)critical

Inspector note: Observed a leaky faucet and a shopping bag wrapped around the faucet at the 3 bay sink. Mop sink and prep sink have still not been approved. Please be sure that the licensed plumber has applied for the proper plumbing permits and they would need to call the plumbing inspector to schedule the inspection after the job is complete for the 3 bay prep and mop sink.
code 590.005/5-205.15-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector note: Observed soiled utensils being stored in the handsink located at the front counter. Remove utensils and ensure staff is trained properly. Handsinks are used to wash hands only.
code 590.005/5-205.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector note: No means to dry hands at all hand sinks. Provide means to dry hands at all times.
code 590.006/6-301.12-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector note: Observed wiping cloths not being stored inside the sanitizer buckets. Provide proper storage for the wiping clothes.
code 590.003/3-304.14-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)

Inspector note: No thermometers inside the refrigeration units. Provide thermometers inside all refrigeration units
code 590.004/4-204.112-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector note: Observed worn/scored cutting board in the kitchen. Replace/Resurface/Sanitize
code 590.004/4-501.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector note: Observed grease on the backsplash behind the stove and on the side of the hot holding unit. Clean to remove all grease. Observed heavy grease on the hood filters. Clean to remove heavy grease Observed soil on the exterior of the kitchen equipment. Ensure staff is cleaning/sanitizing all equipment.
code 590.004/4-602.13-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Rinsing Procedures (C)

Inspector note: Observed the 3 bay sink storing soiled pots and pans in all 3 bays. Ensure staff is trained on wash rinse and sanitize procedures. Recommeded purchasing a cart for the soiled equipment pots & pans. 3 bay sink can not be used to store soiled pots and pans.
code 590.004/4-603.16-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
(A) and (C) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Storing (C)

Inspector note: Observed pans not inverted while stored on the drying racks. Provide proper storage of the pots and pans.
code 590.004/4-903.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector note: Observed grease and soil on the kitchen floor. Clean to remove grease and soil.
code 590.006/6-201.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector note: Observed doors trash and other items being stored out back. Clean to remove all items. Trash area must be kept clean and organized.
code 590.006/6-501.114-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Fail on May 12, 2025: 11 findings appeared for the first time. 3 previous findings did not recur.

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