Caf Bar
Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026
61
Score
Public records show five inspections at Caf Bar stretching back to 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 31, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
The latest visit found five violations, down from six violations the time before.
Across the inspection history, sewage & waste water properly disposed is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
That's lower than the typical Wakefield restaurant, which scores around 89. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 31, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher was 0 parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm. At the time of inspection, the chemical sanitizer bucket was changed for new product. Dish machine was observed testing properly per test strips after switching sanitizer bucket.
4-501.114
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Reduced Oxygen Packaged Salmon fillets were observed thawing in the walk-in cooler at 33, 37, and 39-40 degrees Fahrenheit in its intact packaging. REDUCED OXYGEN PACKAGED FISH that bears a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use shall be removed from the reduced oxygen environment prior to its thawing under refrigeration. Salmon fillet observed at 39-40 degrees Fahrenheit was voluntarily disposed of by the PIC at the time of inspection.
3-501.13
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the dish area dish machine. Per the PIC, test strips to be ordered same day.
4-302.14
Warewashing facilities; installed maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo-labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dish machine at the bar dish machine. Per the PIC, testing stickers/device to be ordered same day.
4-302.13
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The condensate/melt from ice in the ice wells was observed to be draining onto the floor in the bar area. Condensate drainage and other non-sewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-403.12
61
Sep 30, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, cream cheeses prepared on site (Jalapeno and Garlic cream Cheeses) were observed to be held beyond 7 days of the prep date shown on the container. Cream cheeses were voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection.
3-501.18
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the back kitchen and at the front kitchen area. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Extra hand soap available at the time of inspection.
6-301.12
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the front kitchen and the bar/server area was lacking paper towels. Extra paper towels available at the time of inspection.
6-301.12
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: The receptacle in the employee toilet room is lacking a cover. A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.
5-501.17
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The condensate/melt from ice in the ice wells was observed to be draining onto the floor in the bar area. Condensate drainage and other non-sewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-403.12
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, the scoop used for overnight oats was observed stored with the handle in the food. Scoop is to be stored with the handle out of the food to prevent possible contamination. Scoop was removed at the time of inspection.
3-304.12
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, a clean cake piece slicer was observed hanging on the wall from a screw at a portion of wall with exposed/unsealed drywall. Cake slicer was moved for proper storage at the time of inspection.
3-307.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The base of the door to the outside, located in the back storage area, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floor/walls under and behind the dish machine in the back kitchen area were observed to have an accumulation of soil residue and debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the basement and back storage areas. Establishments shall be organized and kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Then following areas of the physical facilities were observed to be in need of repair/adjustment... - Wall seams were observed to be missing seam covers/strips - A gap in FRP board near the walk-in cooler was observed exposing unsealed/uncovered drywall The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
47
Sep 5, 2023
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The open air display case observed maintaining an ambient temperature of 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Establishment to only use unit for shelf stable drinks/juices until the unit can be repaired/replaced/serviced.
4-501.11
95
Aug 21, 2023
Re-Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Various items were observed held at 44-45 degrees Fahrenheit in a unit maintaining an ambient between 48-50 degrees Fahrenheit. Elderberry syrup labeled "REFRIGERATE" was observed held at 59 degrees at the time of the last inspection and was embargoed due to the unknown source. Person in charge voluntarily disposed of item. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Items were placed in the unit 2 hours prior to inspection and moved to refrigeration to rapidly cool. Per person in charge, unit was serviced last Tuesday 8/15/23.
3-501.16(A)
Food obtained from unapproved source
Inspector notes: The elderberry syrup was not approved to be from an approved source. Embargo of product lifted. Person in charge voluntarily disposed of item.
3-201.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair: 1) The glass flip top prep unit observed maintaining an ambient of 48-50 degrees Fahrenheit. Per person in charge, unit was serviced on Tuesday 8/15/23. Unit taken out of service until it can be serviced/replaced/repaired. 2) The open display case observed maintaining an ambient of 49 degrees Fahrenheit. Per person in charge, unit was serviced 8/15/23 and is pending another service visit. No TCS foods to be held in the unit until it can be serviced/repaired/replaced.
4-501.11
70
Aug 15, 2023
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Eggs, salmon, and other items were observed held at 50-57 degrees Fahrenheit unit at the glass flip top prep unit maintaining an ambient of 55 degrees Fahrenheit at the cookline. Overnight oats and elderberry syrup observed at 50-59 degrees in the open display case that is maintaining an ambient of 58 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Items were placed in the units under 2 hours prior to visit and were moved to refrigeration to rapidly cool.
3-501.16(A)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher was 0 parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm. Establishment to use dish washer to wash/rinse then sanitize at 3-bay sink.
4-501.114
Food obtained from unapproved source
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Elderberry syrup from an unknown source observed to be in the grab-n-go retail section of the establishment. Item embargoed at the time of visit until source can be properly identified by a licensed facility/entity.
3-201.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Scrub brush was observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food was observed stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair: 1) The glass flip top prep unit observed maintaining an ambient of 55 degrees Fahrenheit. 2) The open display case observed maintaining an ambient of 58 degrees Fahrenheit.
4-501.11
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The ice well is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-403.12
50
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Caf Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Caf Bar on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Caf Bar?
Across the inspection record, sewage & waste water properly disposed has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Caf Bar.
How does Caf Bar compare to other restaurants in Wakefield?
Caf Bar most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Wakefield average of 89.
Has Caf Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Caf Bar have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around five violations compared to about six previously.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Caf Bar means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Caf Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Caf Bar is inspected around two times per year on average.
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