Marquise Cafe
Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026
52
Score
Public records show six inspections at Marquise Cafe stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 10, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average South Pasadena facility scores 64, putting Marquise Cafe on the weaker side. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 10, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Commingled raw eggs (60F - Cold Holding, retemped at 51F); pancake mix (60F - Cold Holding, retemped at 53F); corn beef hash (58F - Cold Holding, retemped at 44F) Cook said that he didn't think he needed to keep these items refrigerated because he didn't at other restaurants. I called owner and verified that they do not have Time as a Public Health Control paperwork. Moved foods to cooler to cool, and I discussed Time as a Public Health Control with cook and emailed paperwork to owner. I explained that it will need to be time marked when it leaves the cooler, and discarded after 4 hours. Operator moved items to large reach in cooler in front kitchen, I monitored temps but not all were dropping significantly because the cooler was in heavy use. Operator moved pancake mix and corn beef hash to freezer and iced eggs to allow for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. I provided operator with probe thermometer. **Corrected On-Site**
05-08-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Employee cracking eggs is rear kitchen hired 5 weeks ago does not have signed health agreement. Emailed owner health agreement paperwork.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -spray bottle containing bleach and water near 3 compartment sink not labeled. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Cutting board on prep table with meat slicer has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. English muffins stored directly beside/ under hand wash sink uncovered in a way that would allow them to be splashed on if someone washed their hands. Operator covered and moved container. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-36-4
Basic - No hot running water at mop sink. Water temped 68F at mop sink.
27-10-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in mop sink.
29-20-5
52
Jul 31, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 23, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cut tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding); sausage (45F - Cold Holding). Manager placed items in freezer **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Chlorine sanitizer 0ppm. Manager changed gallon. Chlorine 50 pm **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Milk opened more than 24 hours. Employee date milk. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained in kitchen area. Toaster oven soiled with food debris
22-02-4
61
Oct 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained
22-02-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open beverage on prep table
12B-07-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. In dry storage room
51-11-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of toaster oven soiled
22-08-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Over cook line
38-07-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Coffee filters at wait station not covered
25-06-4
Basic - Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives. **Repeat Violation**
14-55-4
64
Jun 29, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line: butter (70F - Cold Holding) Operator states butter was brought out of refrigeration at 11:00 am. Inspector discussed Time as a Public Health Control and emailed operator paperwork.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork over ready-to-eat bread in reach in freezer in rear storage area not all commercially packaged. Operator arranged correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Cold smoked salmon not identified on the menu. Employee marked menus. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
11-26-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior ice machine by rear door has mold like substance.
22-20-5
Basic - Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives.
14-55-4
50
Dec 6, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Marquise Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Marquise Cafe on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Marquise Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Marquise Cafe.
How does Marquise Cafe compare to other restaurants in South Pasadena?
Marquise Cafe most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the South Pasadena average of 64.
Has Marquise Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Marquise Cafe have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Marquise Cafe 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 Marquise Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Marquise Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.
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