CAFE VITALE, 987 Fremont Avenue, Los Altos, CA 94024 - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: CAFE VITALE
Address: 987 Fremont Avenue, Los Altos, CA 94024
Type: Restaurant 0-5 Employees
Total inspections: 7
Last inspection: Mar 28, 2013
Score
(the higher the better)

94

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Inspection findings

Inspection Type

Inspection Date

Inspection Score
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  • Demonstration of knowledge food mgr certification
  • Equipment, utensils and linens: storage and use
  • Food storage containers identified
  • Premises personal/cleaning items vermin-proofing
  • Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, use...
  • Wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Routine Inspection Oct 27, 2010 94
No violation noted during this evaluation. Routine Inspection Jul 27, 2011 100
  • Adequate ventilation and lighting designated area
  • Food separated and protected
  • Premises personal/cleaning items vermin-proofing
Routine Inspection Feb 22, 2012 97
  • Adequate handwash facilities supplied & acc...
Routine Inspection Aug 21, 2012 99
No violation noted during this evaluation. Permit Investigation Nov 7, 2012 100
No violation noted during this evaluation. Permit Investigation Dec 3, 2012 100
  • Equipment, utensils, linens: storage and use
  • Food contact surfaces clean and sanitized
  • Food storage containers identified
  • Permits Available
  • Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
  • Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used...
Routine Inspection Mar 28, 2013 94

Violation descriptions and comments

Oct 27, 2010

All food employees shall have adequate knowledge of and be trained in food safety as it relates to their assigned duties. (113947) Food facilities that prepare, handle or serve non-prepackaged potentially hazardous food, shall have an employee who has passed an approved food safety certification examination.
Food shall be stored in approved containers and labeled as to contents. Food shall be stored at least 6" above the floor on approved shelving. (114047, 114049, 114051, 114053, 114055, 114067(h), 114069 (b))
All clean and soiled linen shall be properly stored non-food items shall be stored and displayed separate from food and food-contact surfaces. (114185.3 - 114185.4)Utensils and equipment shall be handled and stored so as to be protected from contamination. (114074 - 114075, 114081, 114119, 114121, 114161, 114178, 114179, 114083, 114185, 114185.2, 114185.5)
The premises of each food facility shall be kept clean and free of litter and rubbish all clean and soiled linen shall be properly stored non-food items shall be stored and displayed separate from food and food-contact surfaces the facility shall be kept vermin proof. (114067 (j), 114123, 114143 (a) & (b), 114256, 114256.1, 114256.2, 114256.4, 114257, 114257.1, 114259, 114259.2, 114259.3, 114279, 114281, 114282)
Food facilities that prepare food shall be equipped with warewashing facilities. Testing equipment and materials shall be provided to measure the applicable sanitization method. (114067(f,g), 114099, 114099.3, 114099.5, 114101(a), 114101.1, 114101.2, 114103, 114107, 114125)
Wiping cloths used to wipe service counters, scales or other surfaces that may come into contact with food shall be used only once unless kept in clean water with sanitizer. (114135, 114185.1 114185.3 (d-e))

Feb 22, 2012

All food shall be separated and protected from contamination. (113984 (a, b, c, d, f), 113986, 114060, 114067(a, d, e, j), 114069(a, b), 114077, 114089.1 (c), 114143 (c))
Exhaust hoods shall be provided to remove toxic gases, heat, grease, vapors and smoke and be approved by the local building department. Canopy-type hoods shall extend 6" beyond all cooking equipment. All areas shall have sufficient ventilation to facilitate proper food storage. Toilet rooms shall be vented to the outside air by a screened openable window, an air shaft, or a light-switch activated exhaust fan, consistent with local building codes. (114149, 114149.1) Adequate lighting shall be provided in all areas to facilitate cleaning and inspection. Light fixtures in areas where open food is stored, served, prepared, and where utensils are washed shall be of shatterproof construction or protected with light shields. (114149.2, 114149.3, 114252, 114252.1)
The premises of each food facility shall be kept clean and free of litter and rubbish all clean and soiled linen shall be properly stored non-food items shall be stored and displayed separate from food and food-contact surfaces the facility shall be kept vermin proof. (114067 (j), 114123, 114143 (a) & (b), 114256, 114256.1, 114256.2, 114256.4, 114257, 114257.1, 114259, 114259.2, 114259.3, 114279, 114281, 114282)

Aug 21, 2012

Handwashing soap and towels or drying device shall be provided in dispensers dispensers shall be maintained in good repair. (113953.2) Adequate facilities shall be provided for hand washing, food preparation and the washing of utensils and equipment. (113953, 113953.1, 114067(f))

Mar 28, 2013

All food contact surfaces of utensils and equipment shall be clean and sanitized. (113984(e), 114097, 114099.1, 114099.4, 114099.6, 114101 (b-d), 114105, 114109, 114111, 114113, 114115 (a, b, d), 114117, 114125(b), 114135, 114141)
All poisonous substances, detergents, bleaches, and cleaning compounds shall be stored separate from food, utensils, packing material and food-contact surfaces. (114254, 114254.1, 114254.2)
A food facility shall not be open for business without a valid permit. (114067(b) & (c), 114381 (a), 114381.2, 114387)
Potentially hazardous foods shall be held at or below 41/45°F or at or above 135°F. (113996, 113998, 114037, 114343(a))
Food shall be stored in approved containers and labeled as to contents. Food shall be stored at least 6" above the floor on approved shelving. (114047, 114049, 114051, 114053, 114055, 114067(h), 114069 (b))
All clean and soiled linen shall be properly stored non-food items shall be stored and displayed separate from food and food-contact surfaces. (114185.3 - 114185.4)Utensils and equipment shall be handled and stored so as to be protected from contamination. (114074 - 114075, 114081, 114119, 114121, 114161, 114178, 114179, 114083, 114185, 114185.2, 114185.5)

LABEL SPRAY BOTTLE THAT CONTAINS "WINDEX".
OBSERVED CONTAINER WITH NO HANDLE USED AS SCOOP FOR DRY BULK FOODS.
OBSERVED UTENSILS SOAKING IN CONTAINER STORED ON DRAINBOARD OF FOOD PREP SINK. OBSERVED CONTAINER WITH NO HANDLE USED AS SCOOP FOR DRY BULK FOODS.
OBSERVED UTENSILS SOAKING IN CONTAINER STORED ON DRAINBOARD OF FOOD PREP SINK. OBSERVED CONTAINER WITH NO HANDLE USED AS SCOOP FOR DRY BULK FOODS.
OBSERVED UTENSILS SOAKING IN CONTAINER STORED ON DRAINBOARD OF FOOD PREP SINK. OBSERVED CONTAINER WITH NO HANDLE USED AS SCOOP FOR DRY BULK FOODS.
OBSERVED UTENSILS SOAKING IN CONTAINER STORED ON DRAINBOARD OF FOOD PREP SINK. OBSERVED CONTAINER WITH NO HANDLE USED AS SCOOP FOR DRY BULK FOODS.
OBSERVED UTENSILS SOAKING IN CONTAINER STORED ON DRAINBOARD OF FOOD PREP SINK. OBSERVED CONTAINER WITH NO HANDLE USED AS SCOOP FOR DRY BULK FOODS.
OBSERVED UTENSILS SOAKING IN CONTAINER STORED ON DRAINBOARD OF FOOD PREP SINK. OBSERVED CONTAINER WITH NO HANDLE USED AS SCOOP FOR DRY BULK FOODS.
OBSERVED UTENSILS SOAKING IN CONTAINER STORED ON DRAINBOARD OF FOOD PREP SINK. OBSERVED CONTAINER WITH NO HANDLE USED AS SCOOP FOR DRY BULK FOODS.
OBSERVED UTENSILS SOAKING IN CONTAINER STORED ON DRAINBOARD OF FOOD PREP SINK. OBSERVED CONTAINER WITH NO HANDLE USED AS SCOOP FOR DRY BULK FOODS.
OBSERVED UTENSILS SOAKING IN CONTAINER STORED ON DRAINBOARD OF FOOD PREP SINK. OBSERVED CONTAINER WITH NO HANDLE USED AS SCOOP FOR DRY BULK FOODS.
OBSERVED UTENSILS SOAKING IN CONTAINER STORED ON DRAINBOARD OF FOOD PREP SINK. OBSERVED CONTAINER WITH NO HANDLE USED AS SCOOP FOR DRY BULK FOODS.
OBSERVED UTENSILS SOAKING IN CONTAINER STORED ON DRAINBOARD OF FOOD PREP SINK. OBSERVED CONTAINER WITH NO HANDLE USED AS SCOOP FOR DRY BULK FOODS.
OBSERVED UTENSILS SOAKING IN CONTAINER STORED ON DRAINBOARD OF FOOD PREP SINK. OBSERVED CONTAINER WITH NO HANDLE USED AS SCOOP FOR DRY BULK FOODS.
OBSERVED UTENSILS SOAKING IN CONTAINER STORED ON DRAINBOARD OF FOOD PREP SINK. OBSERVED CONTAINER WITH NO HANDLE USED AS SCOOP FOR DRY BULK FOODS.
OBSERVED UTENSILS SOAKING IN CONTAINER STORED ON DRAINBOARD OF FOOD PREP SINK. OBSERVED CONTAINER WITH NO HANDLE USED AS SCOOP FOR DRY BULK FOODS.
OBSERVED UTENSILS SOAKING IN CONTAINER STORED ON DRAINBOARD OF FOOD PREP SINK.
OBSERVED DRY BULK FOOD STORED IN LARGE TRASH CONTAINERS.
OBSERVED KNIVES STORED IN SANITIZER AT PREP AREA.
OBSERVED RAW MEAT, RAW FISH, WHIPPING CREAM, CHEESE HELD IN REACH IN MEASURING 48F-50F (IR).
OBSERVED GRATED CHEESE, SLICED TOMATOES, SAUSAGE HELD ABOVE 41F. AT PREP UNIT IN BACK OF KITCHEN. OBSERVED RAW MEAT, RAW FISH, WHIPPING CREAM, CHEESE HELD IN REACH IN MEASURING 48F-50F (IR).
OBSERVED GRATED CHEESE, SLICED TOMATOES, SAUSAGE HELD ABOVE 41F. AT PREP UNIT IN BACK OF KITCHEN. OBSERVED RAW MEAT, RAW FISH, WHIPPING CREAM, CHEESE HELD IN REACH IN MEASURING 48F-50F (IR).
OBSERVED GRATED CHEESE, SLICED TOMATOES, SAUSAGE HELD ABOVE 41F. AT PREP UNIT IN BACK OF KITCHEN. OBSERVED RAW MEAT, RAW FISH, WHIPPING CREAM, CHEESE HELD IN REACH IN MEASURING 48F-50F (IR).
OBSERVED GRATED CHEESE, SLICED TOMATOES, SAUSAGE HELD ABOVE 41F. AT PREP UNIT IN BACK OF KITCHEN. OBSERVED RAW MEAT, RAW FISH, WHIPPING CREAM, CHEESE HELD IN REACH IN MEASURING 48F-50F (IR).
OBSERVED GRATED CHEESE, SLICED TOMATOES, SAUSAGE HELD ABOVE 41F. AT PREP UNIT IN BACK OF KITCHEN. OBSERVED RAW MEAT, RAW FISH, WHIPPING CREAM, CHEESE HELD IN REACH IN MEASURING 48F-50F (IR).
OBSERVED GRATED CHEESE, SLICED TOMATOES, SAUSAGE HELD ABOVE 41F. AT PREP UNIT IN BACK OF KITCHEN. OBSERVED RAW MEAT, RAW FISH, WHIPPING CREAM, CHEESE HELD IN REACH IN MEASURING 48F-50F (IR).
OBSERVED GRATED CHEESE, SLICED TOMATOES, SAUSAGE HELD ABOVE 41F. AT PREP UNIT IN BACK OF KITCHEN. OBSERVED RAW MEAT, RAW FISH, WHIPPING CREAM, CHEESE HELD IN REACH IN MEASURING 48F-50F (IR).
OBSERVED GRATED CHEESE, SLICED TOMATOES, SAUSAGE HELD ABOVE 41F. AT PREP UNIT IN BACK OF KITCHEN. OBSERVED RAW MEAT, RAW FISH, WHIPPING CREAM, CHEESE HELD IN REACH IN MEASURING 48F-50F (IR).
OBSERVED GRATED CHEESE, SLICED TOMATOES, SAUSAGE HELD ABOVE 41F. AT PREP UNIT IN BACK OF KITCHEN. OBSERVED RAW MEAT, RAW FISH, WHIPPING CREAM, CHEESE HELD IN REACH IN MEASURING 48F-50F (IR).
OBSERVED GRATED CHEESE, SLICED TOMATOES, SAUSAGE HELD ABOVE 41F. AT PREP UNIT IN BACK OF KITCHEN. OBSERVED RAW MEAT, RAW FISH, WHIPPING CREAM, CHEESE HELD IN REACH IN MEASURING 48F-50F (IR).
OBSERVED GRATED CHEESE, SLICED TOMATOES, SAUSAGE HELD ABOVE 41F. AT PREP UNIT IN BACK OF KITCHEN. OBSERVED RAW MEAT, RAW FISH, WHIPPING CREAM, CHEESE HELD IN REACH IN MEASURING 48F-50F (IR).
OBSERVED GRATED CHEESE, SLICED TOMATOES, SAUSAGE HELD ABOVE 41F. AT PREP UNIT IN BACK OF KITCHEN. OBSERVED RAW MEAT, RAW FISH, WHIPPING CREAM, CHEESE HELD IN REACH IN MEASURING 48F-50F (IR).
OBSERVED GRATED CHEESE, SLICED TOMATOES, SAUSAGE HELD ABOVE 41F. AT PREP UNIT IN BACK OF KITCHEN. OBSERVED RAW MEAT, RAW FISH, WHIPPING CREAM, CHEESE HELD IN REACH IN MEASURING 48F-50F (IR).
OBSERVED GRATED CHEESE, SLICED TOMATOES, SAUSAGE HELD ABOVE 41F. AT PREP UNIT IN BACK OF KITCHEN. OBSERVED RAW MEAT, RAW FISH, WHIPPING CREAM, CHEESE HELD IN REACH IN MEASURING 48F-50F (IR).
OBSERVED GRATED CHEESE, SLICED TOMATOES, SAUSAGE HELD ABOVE 41F. AT PREP UNIT IN BACK OF KITCHEN.
PROVIDE CURRENT PERMIT.

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