Alainas Coffee and Kitchen
Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026
86
Score
Going back to 2023, Alainas Coffee and Kitchen has five inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Jan 13, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around four violations to closer to one violation per visit over the last few inspections.
Looking across the full record, “proper hot holding temperatures” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
The city-wide average sits at 92, which Alainas Coffee and Kitchen's 86 doesn't quite reach. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 13, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Jalapeno cream cheese which was prepared on site, date marked 01/03 was observed held beyond the 7 days. Food items exceeding the 7 days shall be discarded. See disposal.
3-501.18
86
Dec 17, 2024
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Dec 3, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Food not reheated to required temperature for hot holding
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Queso, which was previously cooked and cooled, was not reheated for hot holding. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food that is cooked, cooled, and reheated for hot holding must be reheated to 165 degrees Fahrenheit or above for 15 seconds. Queso was observed held at 82 degrees Fahrenheit during time of inspection. Per person in charge, queso was placed in the hot hold unit about 3 hours prior to inspection. Queso was voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form). Proper reheating procedures were reviewed with the person in charge at time of inspection.
3-403.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Beans were observed held at 128 degrees Fahrenheit in the hot hold unit in the basement. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per person in charge, food had been placed in the hot hold unit about 3 hours prior to inspection. Beans were voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form). The ambient air temperature was observed held at 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot hold unit was taken out of service and must not be used until it can maintain an internal food temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Hot hold unit must be repaired/replaced/adjusted.
3-501.16(A)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food was observed held at 43-45 degrees Fahrenheit in the prep unit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per person in charge, food had been placed in the unit about 3 hours prior to inspection. Food was relocated to the freezer to cool during time of inspection. The ambient air temperature was observed held at 48 degrees Fahrenheit during time of inspection. Prep unit was taken out of service and must not be used until it can maintain an internal food temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Prep unit must be repaired/replaced/adjusted.
3-501.16(A)
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in the refrigeration unit(s). Cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.
4-203.12
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Hot hold unit door gaskets were observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the shelves have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors and walls throughout the facility have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
45
May 18, 2023
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
May 2, 2023
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, Eggs were observed held at 122 degrees Fahrenheit in the hot hold unit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling.
3-501.16(A)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Taco Beef was observed held at 48 degrees Fahrenheit in the the Basement Refrigerator #3. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Taco Beef was voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Food not reheated to required temperature for hot holding
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, Queso Sauce was observed reheating in the hot hold unit at 115 degrees Fahrenheit. Reheating of previously cooked/prepackaged items is to be reheated in equipment that is designed too rapidly reheat product to appropriate temperature (within 2 hours). Per the PIC, Queso Sauce will be reheated in a pan prior to hot holding.
3-403.11
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, pastry items that are repackaged in the food establishment and set for customer self selection were lacking proper labels. Food repackaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address. Food items were moved to refrigeration behind the service counter at the time of inspection.
3-602.11
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, single service items were observed not being stored properly in their original protective package and/or were stored on a surface that is not clean in the service area (On top of the refrigeration unit).
4-903.11(A)
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, utensils used for stirring of drinks were observed stored in a holder on the hand sink side of the hand sink splash guard. Utensils were moved to the opposite side of the hand sink to avoid possible contamination of utensil food contact surfaces.
3-307.11
52
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Alainas Coffee and Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Alainas Coffee and Kitchen on file is from Jan 13, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Alainas Coffee and Kitchen?
Across the inspection record, “proper hot holding temperatures” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Alainas Coffee and Kitchen.
How does Alainas Coffee and Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Richmond?
Alainas Coffee and Kitchen most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Richmond average of 92.
Has Alainas Coffee and Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Alainas Coffee and Kitchen have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Alainas Coffee and Kitchen 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 Alainas Coffee and Kitchen inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Alainas Coffee and Kitchen is inspected around two times per year on average.
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