Ali Baba Cafe
Last inspected: Apr 10, 2025
67
Score
Public records show 13 inspections at Ali Baba Cafe stretching back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Apr 10, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near eight violations per visit.
“Non-food contact surfaces clean” comes up most often, recorded 11 times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Philadelphia facility scores 72, putting Ali Baba Cafe on the weaker side. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
13
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 10, 2025
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Food separated & protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Containers observed in box in unfinished basement were not in plastic. Corrective action: Per manager, containers are not used and were discarded.
46.301
Thermometer provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of equipment are not available or readily accessible in the under-the-counter refrigerator in the dining area. New Violation.
46.632
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Microwave is not NSF approved. New Violation.
46.673
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: -Spatters observed in microwave oven. Corrective action: Microwave cleaned during the inspection. -Debris observed beneath the grill in the rear prep area. New Violation.
46.711(b)(c)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Fast leak at the rinse basin of the warewashing sink in the rear. Per person in charge, they are currently washing and rinsing in one basin and sanitizing in the third basin until the rinse basin is fixed when plumber arrives this afternoon. Second warewashing sink located in the front is used for utensils throughout the day. New Violation.
46.825(b)-(e)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Debris observed on the floor beneath the coffee prep area counter. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
67
Feb 28, 2025
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Food separated & protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: -Roach egg fragment observed in box of disposable food containers in basement. -Box of uncovered food containers observed in the basement. -Disposable forks in food prep area observed in greasy container. Corrective action: Items discarded.
46.301
Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: Plastic forks were stored in a way that hand-contact cannot be avoided with the food- and lip-contact surface of the forks.
46.774
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Microwave is not NSF approved.
46.673
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Cleaning required: -Some debris observed beneath gas grill. -Heavy accumulation of grease observed at the base of the light bulbs in the exhaust hood. (HAZARD) -Food debris observed on gaskets of cold prep refrigerator. -Debris observed in pink plastic storage unit holding utensils.
46.714
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Toilet room door is not self-closing.
46.922(d)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Surface Characteristics: -Broken and severely damaged floor tiles observed in the food prep area and the toilet room. -Ceiling and wall in basement stairwell are in disrepair. -Ceiling in the rear of the basement is in disrepair. -Remove wet paper towels from basement floor and sanitize floor.
46.901
67
Feb 24, 2025
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 9 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: Uncovered disposable food containers were observed stored in an unfinished basement. New Violation.
46.301
Management awareness; policy present
Inspector notes: Food safety certified person could not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the foodborne illnesses deemed reportable or the symptoms that would require employee exclusion. New Violation.
46.111(a)
Thermometer provided & accurate
Inspector notes: -Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food are not available or readily accessible. Probe thermometer required. -Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of equipment are not available or readily accessible in reach-in refrigerators.
46.632
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of insect activity observed in the establishment. Roach observed walking on dining room chair, food prep area floor, and basement floor.
46.981(k)(l)
Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: Facility observed using single-use plastic cookie containers for food storage. New Violation.
46.692
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Cutting board at the cold prep station observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing. New Violation.
46.672
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Cleaning required: -Some debris and grease observed beneath gas grill. -Heavy accumulation of grease observed at the base of the light bulbs in the exhaust hood. (HAZARD) -In the food prep area, freezer gaskets and rim beneath door are soiled. -Dead roach observed beneath register in the point-of-sale/food prep area. -Debris observed in pink plastic storage unit holding utensils.
46.714
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Toilet room door is not self-closing.
46.922(d)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: -Remove items from the basement that are not necessary for the operation/maintenance of the business. -Smoke-stained ceiling tiles observed in the upper dining area. -Paper towels with grease and food debris observed lining the floor behind the food equipment. -Basement floor observed damp with wet tissues and paper towels on floor perimeters. Remove wet items from the basement floor and sanitize floor.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: The lighting intensity in the basement is inadequate.
46.943
55
Dec 17, 2024
Reinspection
4 critical violations. 8 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 12 violations
Proper cold holding temperature
Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous food was held at 43.8 to 46.7 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Corrective action: Food above 45 was discarded. Food below 45 was moved to a colder unit,
46.385(a)(2)
Time as a public health control; procedures & record
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Time in lieu of temperature being used in the food facility to control ready to eat potentially hazardous foods without written procedures or documentation to verify disposition of food. Corrective action: Eggs discarded.
46.385(c)
Hands clean & properly washed
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food employee did not follow proper handwash procedures. Food employee did not wash hands between changing tasks. Corrective action: Hands were washed.
46.132
Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods were stored above ready to eat foods in the reach-in refrigerator. Corrective action: Items rearranged during the inspection. Note: Eggs & raw meat should be stored below ready to eat food. Raw chicken should never be stored above any other food.
46.281
Thermometer provided & accurate
Inspector notes: -Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food are not available or readily accessible. Probe thermometer required. -Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of equipment are not available or readily accessible in reach-in refrigerators. New Violation.
46.632
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of insect activity observed in the basement. Roach observed walking from beneath the lid of the freezer when freezer was opened. Roach observed walking on the floor beneath the freezer.
46.981(k)(l)
Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: Plastic forks were stored in a way that hand-contact cannot be avoided with the food- and lip-contact surface of the forks.
46.774
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Microwave is not NSF approved.
46.673
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Cleaning required: -Dead roach observed smashed between the chest freezer door gasket and the rim of the chest freezer. -Some debris and grease observed beneath gas grill. -Accumulation of ice observed in chest freezers. -Spatters observed in microwave oven. -Heavy accumulation of grease observed at the base of the light bulbs in the exhaust hood. (HAZARD)
46.714
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Toilet room door is not self-closing. New Violation.
46.922(d)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: -Remove items from the basement that are not necessary for the operation/maintenance of the business. -Smoke-stained ceiling tiles observed in the upper dining area. -Stained ceiling tile observed above the Coca Cola refrigerator in the espresso station area. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Lights beneath the exhaust hood are not shielded from breakage. New Violation.
46.922(a)
37
Nov 4, 2024
Reinspection
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Old food residue observed in the handwash sink. New Violation.
46.981(h)
Proper cold holding temperature
Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous food was held at 46.9 to 57 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Person in charge was not sure why the food was not cold.
46.385(a)(2)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: -Espresso portafilters observed stored on the counter where dead roaches and a live roach were observed. Corrective action: Items were washed, rinsed and sanitized at Sanitarian's request. -Plastic forks observed stored in soiled plastic basket. Discard forks immediately.
46.712
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Microwave is not NSF approved.
46.673
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Cleaning required: -Dead roach observed on the counter beneath the espresso machine and the cash register. -Debris and grease observed beneath gas grill. -Accumulation of ice observed in chest freezers. -Debris observed on rim and gaskets of chest freezer in the food prep area. -Spatters observed on pink plastic storage unit in the food prep area.
46.714
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Handwashing sink in the food prep/point of sale area is draining slowly. New Violation.
46.825(b)-(e)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: -Dead roach and grease observed on the floor in the rear prep area. -Used paper towels observed on basement floor. -Leaves and debris observed on the stairs beneath the basement outer entry door. -Remove items that are not necessary to the operation/maintenance of the business. New Violation.
46.922(k)(l)
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of rodent / insect activity observed in the food prep area. Roach observed walking on the counter beneath the espresso machine.
46.981(k)(l)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Moist wiping cloths observed in a container in the 3-bay sink in the point of sale area and not stored in sanitizing solution. New Violation.
46.304
Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: Plastic forks were stored in a way that hand-contact cannot be avoided with the food- and lip-contact surface of the forks.
46.774
47
Sep 25, 2024
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: Open disposable Styrofoam containers were observed stored in an unfinished basement. Note: Items must remain in boxes and plastic until they are removed from the unfinished basement.
46.774
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Microwave is not NSF approved.
46.673
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Debris and spills observed in oven.
46.714
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Surface Characteristics: -Some cracked floor tiles observed in the food prep area. -Ceiling and wall in basement stairwell are in disrepair. -Ceiling in the rear of the basement is in disrepair.
46.901
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Lights in the rear food prep area are not shielded from breakage. New Violation.
46.922(a)
78
Sep 23, 2024
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Time as a public health control; procedures & record
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Time in lieu of temperature being used in the food facility to control potentially hazardous foods without written procedures or documentation to verify disposition of food. Corrective action: Instructed the person in charge to discard the eggs.
46.385(c)
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
Inspector notes: No person shall operate a food establishment that handles, prepares or serves non-prepackaged potentially hazardous food who does not have present and in the employ of the food establishment at all hours of operation at least one (1) person with a valid Food Establishment Personnel Food Safety Certificate issued by the Department. No food safety certified person on site.
46.103
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: -Roach observed in drawer where utensils are stored. -Insect trap observed near stored utensils on drainboard in the point of sale area. Wash, rinse and sanitize utensils, utensil holders and drawer unit. New Violation.
46.712
Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: Chicken and beef/lamb being thawed using an unapproved method. Food observed thawing at room temperature on the drainboard at the warewashing sink.
46.383
Thermometer provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper equipment temperatures are not calibrated and/or functioning properly in beverage refrigerator. Thermometer is displaying 10 degrees F, while beverages are 37 degrees F. New Violation.
46.562
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of insect activity observed in the food prep area. Live roach observed on trap near warewashing drain board and in drawer with utensils.
46.981(k)(l)
Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: Open disposable Styrofoam containers were observed stored in an unfinished basement. Note: Items must remain in boxes and plastic until they are removed from the unfinished basement. New Violation.
46.774
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Microwave is not NSF approved.
46.673
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Dead roaches observed on counter beneath the espresso machine.
46.714
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Surface Characteristics: -Some cracked floor tiles observed in the food prep area. -Ceiling and wall in basement stairwell are in disrepair. -Ceiling in the rear of the basement is in disrepair.
46.901
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: -Lighting in the rear food prep area is inadequate. -Lighting above the warewashing sinks in the front food prep area is inadequate. (Measured at 0 lux beneath the counter)
46.943
47
Jul 31, 2024
Reinspection
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Proper cold holding temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous food was held at 52.8 to 57 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required due in part to improper defrosting and recent temperature adjustments. Corrective action: Chicken and sausage discarded and refrigerator temperature adjusted.
46.385(a)(2)
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed insecticides (Combat gel syringe) not labeled by the manufacturer for food facility usage, in the rear food prep area in drawer next to chest freezer. Corrective action: Discarded.
46.1026
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Microwave is not NSF approved. New Violation.
46.673
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: -Debris observed in toaster oven pan. -Some ice accumulation in chest freezers.
46.714
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Leaking faucet observed at the warewashing sink in the rear food prep area. New Violation.
46.825(b)-(e)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Surface Characteristics: -Some cracked floor tiles observed in the food prep area. -Ceiling and wall in basement stairwell are in disrepair. -Ceiling in the rear of the basement is in disrepair.
46.901
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Some grease accumulation observed on concrete beneath exterior exhaust vent in rear yard. New Violation.
46.981(d)
58
Jul 25, 2024
Reinspection
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: -Several raw animal foods were stored above ready to eat foods in the reach-in refrigerator. -Uncovered 5-gallon container of peeled potatoes was observed on the floor beneath the warewashing sink in the rear food prep area. -Uncovered croissants observed in the front food prep area.
46.281
Proper cold holding temperature
Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous food was held at 46.7 to 60 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Corrective action: Instructed the person in charge to discard all meat and cooked vegetables in the reach-in refrigerator. Meat defrosted and cleaned today was placed in a colder unit.
46.385(a)(2)
Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector notes: -Potentially hazardous ready to eat food, prepared in the food facility, located in the reach-in refrigerator, was not date marked. -Opened commercially processed ready to eat food, located in the reach-in refrigerator, was not marked with the date it was opened. New Violation.
46.385(b)
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
Inspector notes: Observed insecticides (Raid) not labeled by the manufacturer for food facility usage, in the front food prep area on the floor beneath the handwashing sink.
46.1026
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
Inspector notes: No person shall operate a food establishment that handles, prepares or serves non-prepackaged potentially hazardous food who does not have present and in the employ of the food establishment at all hours of operation at least one (1) person with a valid Food Establishment Personnel Food Safety Certificate issued by the Department. No food safety certified person available at the start of the inspection.
46.103
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Utensils observed stored in a drawer with dead insects. Note: Drawer and utensils need to be washed, rinsed, sanitized and air-dried.
46.712
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of insect activity observed in the establishment. A few fruit flies and a fly observed in the food prep area. New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Moist wiping cloths observed lying around and not stored in sanitizing solution. New Violation.
46.304
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Food dispensing utensil in the sugar observed in direct contact with food and not having handle stored above the top of the food.
46.302
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing. New Violation.
46.672
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: -Dead roaches observed in the handwashing sink. -Grease and debris observed on the table beneath the cooking equipment. -Some ice accumulation in chest freezers. New Violation.
46.714
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Surface Characteristics: -Some cracked floor tiles observed in the food prep area. -Ceiling and wall in basement stairwell are in disrepair. -Ceiling in the rear of the basement is in disrepair.
46.901
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Lights beneath the exhaust hood and above the microwave in the food prep area are not shielded from breakage.
46.922(a)
32
Jun 4, 2024
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 7 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Hands clean & properly washed
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A food employee was observed washing their hands at the warewashing sink in the point of sale area rather than the designated handwash sink. Corrective action: Person in charge moved to the appropriate sink when reminded.
46.133
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Outer openings in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. The following were observed: -Gap at top of rear entry door in the food prep area. -Hole in basement metal entry doors. New Violation.
46.922(e)(f)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Food is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. New Violation.
46.321
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Food dispensing utensil in the sugar observed in direct contact with food and not having handle stored above the top of the food. New Violation.
46.302
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: (Ref. 46.501) Chest freezers and wire drying racks are not NSF/ANSI approved.
46.671
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Leak observed at the faucet of the warewashing sink in the food prep area.
46.825(b)-(e)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Additional cleaning issues: -Floor cleaning required to removed dead roach from floor in food prep area. -Stained ceiling tiles in the upstairs second level dining area. -Clutter observed in basement. Remove all construction debris and unnecessary items from the basement and above basement stairs. -Remove unnecessary items from rear yard. -Dead cockroaches observed on basement floor. -Leaves and other debris observed on stairs beneath metal basement entry doors. -Shed used for storage requires cleaning.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Lights beneath the exhaust hood and above the microwave in the food prep area are not shielded from breakage.
46.922(a)
61
May 28, 2024
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: Raw chicken observed stored above other food. Note: Raw chicken should not be stored above any other food, and raw animal products should not be stored above ready to eat food.
46.281
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of rodent / insect activity observed in the food prep areas. -Gnats/fruit flies observed in the food prep area -Some flying insects observed in the basement -German cockroaches observed in the ceiling around the exhaust hood, under the service counter, and behind beverage reach-in refrigerators -Mouse observed in the prep area
46.981(k)(l)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: The 3-compartment sink in the prep area is not properly sealed to the wall. New Violation.
46.652
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Cleaning issues: -Some debris on table beneath fryer and grill. -Some ice accumulation observed in chest freezers.
46.714
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Leak observed from the plumbing of the right compartment of the 3-compartment warewash sink in the prep area. New Violation.
46.825(b)-(e)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Additional cleaning issues: -Floor cleaning required to removed dead roaches from food prep area. -Stained ceiling tiles in the point of sale area. -Clutter observed in basement. -Accumulation of grease observed on the wall and utility lines behind cooking equipment.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Lights beneath the exhaust hood are not shielded from breakage.
46.922(a)
64
May 24, 2024
Reinspection
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: No sign or poster posted at the handwash sink in the front food prep/point of sale area to remind food employees to wash their hands. Person in charge instructed to post sign. New Violation.
46.941(a)-(e)
Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: Raw chicken observed stored above other food. Note: Raw chicken should not be stored above any other food, and raw animal products should not be stored above ready to eat food. New Violation.
46.281
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: -Interior lid of the cold prep refrigerator observed soiled. -Debris observed in plastic drawer unit with utensils. Please wash, rinse and sanitize utensils and drawers.
46.712
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Working bulk food ingredient storage containers are not labeled with the common name of the food. (sugar) New Violation.
46.282
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of rodent / insect activity observed in the food prep areas. -Gnats/fruit flies observed in the food prep area, point-of-sale area and toilet room. -Some flying insects observed in the basement
46.981(k)(l)
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Common bowls or food containers observed without handles in direct contact with bulk food ingredients. (sugar)
46.302
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: (Ref. 46.501) Chest freezers are not NSF/ANSI approved. New Violation.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Cleaning issues: -Some debris on table beneath fryer and grill. -Accumulation of dust observed on fan cover in the reach-in refrigerator. -Debris observed in the oven. -Some ice accumulation observed in chest freezers. -Exterior of sugar container observed soiled.
46.714
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Additional cleaning issues: -Floor cleaning required to removed dead roaches from food prep area. -Stained ceiling tiles in the point of sale area. -Clutter observed in basement.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Lights beneath the exhaust hood are not shielded from breakage.
46.922(a)
47
May 22, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 13 violations
Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: Fresh cut fries observed in the warewashing sink. Facilities preparing food must have a NSF approved food prep sink with four legs, a deep basin and a one-inch air gap at the drainage pipe or follow variance procedures outlined by the Department. New Violation.
46.301
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
Inspector notes: Observed insecticides or rodenticides not labeled by the manufacturer for food facility usage, in the point of sale area beneath the counter. (Raid) New Violation.
46.1026
Compliance with variance, specialized process, & HACCP plan
Inspector notes: Food facility is not following the variance procedure for washing food at the warewashing sink with a colander that was submitted and approved by the Department. Soaking fries were observed poured directly into the warewashing sink during the inspection. Manager who arrived for the exit interview was instructed to discard the fries. New Violation.
46.401
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Interior lid of the cold prep refrigerator observed soiled. New Violation.
46.712
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: No person shall operate a food establishment that handles, prepares or serves non-prepackaged potentially hazardous food who does not have present and in the employ of the food establishment at all hours of operation at least one (1) person with a valid Food Establishment Personnel Food Safety Certificate issued by the Department. No food safety certified person on site. Corrective action: Food safety certified person (Nabil Messaoudi) arrived during the exit interview.
46.103
Management awareness; policy present
Inspector notes: No food safety certified person was available to demonstrate knowledge of the foodborne illnesses deemed reportable or the symptoms that would require employee exclusion. Sample health policy emailed with this report. New Violation.
46.111(a)
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of rodent / insect activity observed in the food prep areas. -Roaches observed on counter near espresso machine, near window, and in plastic drawer unit containing utensils. -Gnats/fruit flies observed throughout the establishment. New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Moist wiping cloths observed lying on 3-bay sink in the point of sale area and not stored in sanitizer solution. New Violation.
46.304
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Common bowls or food containers observed without handles in direct contact with bulk food ingredients. (nuts) New Violation.
46.302
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Pastry in the point of sale area observed stored in a container with a cracked cover. New Violation.
46.521
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Cleaning issues: -Grease and debris on table beneath fryer and grill. -Accumulation of dust observed on fan cover in the reach-in refrigerator. -Debris observed in the oven. New Violation.
46.714
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: -Floor tiles missing or damage througout. -Large piece of the floor was missing in the warewashing area. -Large hole and deteriorating plaster observed in wall in second level of dining area. New Violation.
46.901
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Lights beneath the exhaust hood are not shielded from breakage. New Violation.
46.922(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ali Baba Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ali Baba Cafe on file is from Apr 10, 2025. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ali Baba Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surfaces clean” has been cited 11 times, more than any other issue at Ali Baba Cafe.
Has Ali Baba Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ali Baba Cafe have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Ali Baba Cafe 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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