Factoria De Azucar/Cafe Bombon/Little Niko Italian & Pizzeria
Last inspected: Sep 22, 2025
74
Score
Going back to 2024, Factoria De Azucar/Cafe Bombon/Little Niko Italian & Pizzeria has five inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Sep 22, 2025. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around five violations, down from roughly 15 violations earlier in the record.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “employee with no hair restraint while engaging”, showing up two times.
The city-wide average for Sweetwater sits at 63, putting Factoria De Azucar/Cafe Bombon/Little Niko Italian & Pizzeria on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
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Inspection History
Sep 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed at drying rack for cleaned and sanitized equipment rusted and soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: At time of callback inspection observed Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed at drying rack for cleaned and sanitized equipment rusted and soiled. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-22: At time of callback inspection observed Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed at drying rack for cleaned and sanitized equipment rusted and soiled. **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: At time of callback inspection observed Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-22: At time of callback inspection observed Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin., staff proceeded to clean the machine ice-bin. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at kitchen several auxiliary cutting boards boards with marks not longer cleanable. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: At time of callback inspection observed Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at kitchen several auxiliary cutting boards boards with marks not longer cleanable. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-22: At time of callback inspection observed Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at kitchen several auxiliary cutting boards boards with marks not longer cleanable. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear door exit. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: At time of callback inspection Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear door exit. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-22: At time of callback observed mop inspection Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear door exit. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service cups stored on the floor at dry storage area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: At time of callback inspection observed Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service cups stored on the floor at dry storage area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-22: At time of callback inspection Observed single service cups stored on the floor at dry storage area. **Time Extended**
25-05-4
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Sep 12, 2025
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hot water at mop sink does not reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hot water running at 81F at the unit. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: At time of callback inspection observed Hot water at mop sink does not reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hot water running at 81F at the unit. **Time Extended**
27-25-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hot water running at 81F at the unit. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: At time of callback inspection observed Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hot water running at 81F at the unit. **Time Extended**
27-24-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed hot water running at 81F at the unit. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: At time of callback inspection observed No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed hot water running at 81F at the unit. **Time Extended**
27-06-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed at drying rack for cleaned and sanitized equipment rusted and soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: At time of callback inspection observed Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed at drying rack for cleaned and sanitized equipment rusted and soiled. **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water running at 81F at the unit. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: At time of callback inspection observed Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water running at 81F at the unit. **Time Extended**
27-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: At time of callback inspection observed Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at kitchen several auxiliary cutting boards boards with marks not longer cleanable. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: At time of callback inspection observed Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at kitchen several auxiliary cutting boards boards with marks not longer cleanable. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear door exit. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: At time of callback inspection Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear door exit. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Observed several equipment obstructing the use of mop sink. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: At time of callback inspection Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Observed several equipment obstructing the use of mop sink. **Time Extended**
42-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service cups stored on the floor at dry storage area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: At time of callback inspection observed Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service cups stored on the floor at dry storage area. **Time Extended**
25-05-4
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Sep 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 7 major violations. 12 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef at walk-in cooler, staff relocated chicken bto bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee filling water pitchers at handwashing sink by dishwasher area, manager requested staff to use the proper faucet. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hot water running at 81°F at the unit.
27-24-5
Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed hot water running at 81°F at the unit.
27-06-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed at drying rack for cleaned and sanitized equipment rusted and soiled.
22-31-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water running at 81°F at the unit.
27-16-4
Intermediate - Basic - Hot water at mop sink does not reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hot water running at 81°F at the unit.
27-25-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at kitchen several auxiliary cutting boards boards with marks not longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees engaged in food preparation and not restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed at drying rack across from 3 compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear door exit. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Observed several equipment obstructing the use of mop sink.
42-02-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service single service cups stored not inverted at dry storage room.
25-06-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed ball throughout dishwasher area and ice machine ..
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service cups stored on the floor at dry storage area.
25-05-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
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Mar 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (83F - Hot Holding) at cook line , as per chef for less than 4 hours, chef voluntarily discarded the product. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed quad sanitizer 3 compartment sink and not test kit available.
16-37-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with not handle inside white rice , staff removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed next to hood at the end of cook line
36-36-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees at cookline monotony hair restraint, head chef was advised to maker sure employees get to wear hair restraint. **Corrective Action Taken**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed working containers wet nesting at drying by 3 compartment sink.
24-08-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at end of cook line.
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil a case of chicken stored in walk-in cooler floor, staff relocated box to rack. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed oil a at front bar area, staff relocated scoop to scoop holder. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Working tongs stored in 82° water at kitchen line. Staff removed tongs from water and send back to washed and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
47
Dec 2, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Factoria De Azucar/Cafe Bombon/Little Niko Italian & Pizzeria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Factoria De Azucar/Cafe Bombon/Little Niko Italian & Pizzeria on file is from Sep 22, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Factoria De Azucar/Cafe Bombon/Little Niko Italian & Pizzeria?
Across the inspection record, “employee with no hair restraint while engaging” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Factoria De Azucar/Cafe Bombon/Little Niko Italian & Pizzeria.
How does Factoria De Azucar/Cafe Bombon/Little Niko Italian & Pizzeria compare to other restaurants in Sweetwater?
Factoria De Azucar/Cafe Bombon/Little Niko Italian & Pizzeria most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is higher than the Sweetwater average of 63.
Has Factoria De Azucar/Cafe Bombon/Little Niko Italian & Pizzeria's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Factoria De Azucar/Cafe Bombon/Little Niko Italian & Pizzeria have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly 15 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Factoria De Azucar/Cafe Bombon/Little Niko Italian & Pizzeria means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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