Bakalao Kitchenette
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
100
Score
Going back to 2023, Bakalao Kitchenette has 11 inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 25, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around one violation across recent inspections versus roughly five violations before.
Looking across the full record, “equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
Restaurants in Mission Hill average 82, so Bakalao Kitchenette is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 18, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Print out and post the " Allergen Awareness Certificate " upon completion alongside your current food safety certificate as we discussed during inspection= restaurant is tidy and clean - good hanwashing observed- hot holding for empanadas was 155F - spanish rich 180F boith were o.k - all cold holding units were operating properly - current hood cleaning sticker on site
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
95
Jul 25, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Observed leaks underneath 3 bay sink and rear handsink. Discussed with PIC to contact licensed plumber for repairs and provide report
590.005/5-205.15-C
95
Jul 9, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed soils / food debris inside produce unit (basement prep) and soiled knife / food debris and soils inside pizza unit. Thoroughly clean to remove all soils / debris from stated equipment and maintain
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at either handsink in kitchen. Discussed with PIC to ensure all handsink are stocked with dispensing paper towels. COS
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Segregation and location-distressed merchandise (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed rotten eggplants stored in produce unit. Remove and ensure foods are in good condition while stored
590.006/6-404.11-PF
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Observed mulitple food containers stored in refrigerated units uncovered. Provide a cover / lid to protect contamination of food products stored inside
590.003/3-302.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple squeeze bottles stored unidentified. Provide a label with the common name of food item stored inside
590.003/3-302.12-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Observed unnecessary clutter / boxes in basement. Discussed with PIC to remove all unrelated items from basement and organize to prevent harborage and contribution to pest activity
590.006/6-501.114-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Observed leaks underneath 3 bay sink and rear handsink. Discussed with PIC to contact licensed plumber for repairs and provide report
590.005/5-205.15-C
61
Mar 20, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
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System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Observed rear hand sink leaking. Discussed with PIC to contact licensed plumber for repairs and provide detailed report.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy dust on hood filters. Discussed with PIC to remove and maintain clean prior to scheduled licensed hood cleaning
590.006/6-501.14-C
90
Mar 3, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed rear hand sink blocked with soiled wiping cloths. Discussed with PIC to maintain handsinks clear and accessible for hand washing only. COS
590.005/5-205.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed refrigerated unit / walk in unit stored in basement soiled with food and blood spills. Clean to remove all spills and soils from all stated equipment
590.004/4-601.11-PF
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Observed rear hand sink leaking. Discussed with PIC to contact licensed plumber for repairs and provide detailed report.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy dust on hood filters. Discussed with PIC to remove and maintain clean prior to scheduled licensed hood cleaning
590.006/6-501.14-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple squeeze bottles stored in refrigerated units unidentified. Provide a label with the common name of food item stored inside
590.003/3-302.12-C
70
Aug 21, 2024
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed deep freezer in basement with soils and ice build up. Clean to remove all ice and soils
590.004/4-601.11-PF
90
Aug 15, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Observed hood sticker expired December 2023. PIC contacted company while on site and left message. Instructed PIC to submit confirmation of appointment to the Health Division upon scheduling.
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Feb 2, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed beans stored in upright refrigerated unit @ 50F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. PIC stored in walk in on site
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed food spills / debris in refrigerated units / deep freezers and walk in unit. Clean to remove all spills / soils
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at hand sinks. Discussed with PIC to maintain paper towels at all hand sinks for effective handwashing. Corrected on site
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Observed hood sticker expired December 2023. PIC contacted company while on site and left message. Instructed PIC to submit confirmation of appointment to the Health Division upon scheduling.
590.006/6-501.14-C
67
Aug 30, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Observed raw shell eggs stored above ready to eat foods in upright refrigerated unit. Discussed with PIC to store raw and ready to eat foods seperately in refrigerated unit. PIC corrected on site
590.003/3-302.11-P
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed soils / ice build up in deep freezer. Clean to remove all soils / ice
590.004/4-601.11-PF
78
May 16, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bakalao Kitchenette last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bakalao Kitchenette on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bakalao Kitchenette?
Across the inspection record, “equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Bakalao Kitchenette.
How does Bakalao Kitchenette compare to other restaurants in Mission Hill?
Bakalao Kitchenette most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Mission Hill average of 82.
Has Bakalao Kitchenette's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Bakalao Kitchenette have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Bakalao Kitchenette means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Bakalao Kitchenette inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Bakalao Kitchenette is inspected around four times per year on average.
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