Blondies Café #13
Blondies Café #13 has been inspected 16 times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 27, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around 12 violations to closer to six violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded seven times.
Compared to other Branford restaurants (averaging 67), there's room to close the gap. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Blondies Café #13 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Blondies Café #13 on file is from Jan 27, 2026. The public record contains 16 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Blondies Café #13?
Across the inspection record, “standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Blondies Café #13.
How does Blondies Café #13 compare to other restaurants in Branford?
Blondies Café #13 most recently scored 35 out of 100, which is lower than the Branford average of 67.
Has Blondies Café #13's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Blondies Café #13 have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly 12 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Blondies Café #13 means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Blondies Café #13 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Blondies Café #13 is inspected around five times per year on average.