Misericordia Bakery

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Mar 25, 2026 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   3 critical1 general Show violations

   • CriticalFood handling

     Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

     Inspector’s note: Noted the 3 compartment set up for wash, rinse and sanitize with the sanitizing solution reading 00ppm. Sanitizer container was empty. Instructed management to always properly set up the sink when washing equipment. Manager immediately had employee replace the empty container with the sanitizing solution (quartz). Priority violation #7-38-025. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 16)

     Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

     Inspector’s note: Noted internal temperature of the following assorted tcs food items (marmelades) inside the walk in coolers (opened containers with label from manaufacturer stating must refrigerate at 37f after opening)to be improper:-red raspberry 50.2f, apricot 51.8f, strawberry 50.5f, milk 65.4f. Manager immediately and voluntarily disposed of 175 lbs of products worth $809.00 through denaturing process. Priority violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 22)

     Proper cold holding temperatures

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.

     Inspector’s note: Equipment not maintaining proper temperature. Noted temperature of walk in cooler at the prep area to be improper at 57.3f. Instructed not to use equipment until maintaining proper temperature of 41f and below. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 33)

     Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Noted leaking pipe at the bottom of the 3 compartment sink. Instructed to repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

2. May 7, 2025 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   2 critical6 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing signage at multiple handsinks through prep areas in restaurant. Instructed to provide and maintain.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalFood handling

     Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the ice bin interior in need of cleaning. Instructed to remove ice, clean and maintain at all times.

     Official wording (code 16)

     Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

   • GeneralFood handling

     Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed plates next to buffet line not inverted. Instructed to invert plates after sanitizing and air drying.

     Official wording (code 44)

     Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no sign on the premises to inform customers to use a clean plate for each trip to the buffet. Management instructed to provide a sign.

     Official wording (code 47)

     Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed excess grease buildup on interior of deep fryers. Instructed to degrease, clean and sanitize.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed exposed foam-like caulk on the walls and around pipes in warewashing, above air ventilation, and in corners. Instructed to resurface area to ensure a smooth and easily cleanable surface.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed damaged air vents with holes filled with foam like caulk. Instructed to repair.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed dust buildup on pipes below three compartment and on pipes and vetnilation/ filters of heavy prep equipment. Instructed manager to clean and maintain all pipes, fans, light shields and vents.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

3. Jul 26, 2024 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   2 critical3 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: Noted the buffet line hand washing sink not accessible for use. Food handler noted filling water (for consumption) pitchers in the hand sink. Then after having the staff take corrective action, noted employees dumping the water pitchers back into the same hand washing sink. Reviewed that hand washing sinks are for hand washing purposes only. Instructed to use the potable water dispenser provided in the same prep area for filling the pitchers. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c) citation issued.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

     Inspector’s note: Noted improper cold holding temperatures of the following tcs foods: tuna salad at 46.5f & 46f. Sliced ham at 45.7f. Chicken salad @ 46f. Reviewed requirements for proper cold holding temperatures, proper procedures for transportation of tcs food from the main kitchen walk-in cooler and recommend using metal pans in place of plastic. All discarded. Priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued.

     Official wording (code 22)

     Proper cold holding temperatures

   • GeneralFood handling

     Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

     Inspector’s note: Bulk coconut noted not labeled. Manager corrected on site.

     Official wording (code 37)

     Food properly labeled; original container

   • GeneralFood handling

     Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

     Inspector’s note: Instructed to install a splash guard on the left side of the hand washing sink at the bakery oven section between the sink and a metal prep surface where muffins were noted cooling.

     Official wording (code 39)

     Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Leak under the bakery prep one compartment prep sink. Hot and cold handles are reversed at the coffee prep station in the greenhouse. Must repair all.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

4. Oct 2, 2023 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   3 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

     Inspector’s note: Noted cardboard boxes used to line shelves. Instructed to clean and remove all cardboard boxes to prevent hiding places for pest.

     Official wording (code 47)

     Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Noted leaking pipe at the bottom of the 3-compartment sink leaking water onto the floor. Instructed to repair and maintain or replace.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Noted stained ceiling tiles at the bakery prep area. Instructed to clean and maintain or replace stained ceiling tiles.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

5. Feb 23, 2023 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   1 critical2 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing signage at the exposed handsink, located in the rear dry storage/preparation area. Instructed the person in charge to provide handwashing signage at all handwashing sinks and maintain them.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralFood handling

     Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

     Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored on the floor walk-in cooler located in the rear preparation area. Instructed the person in charge to elevate all food six inches off the floor.

     Official wording (code 39)

     Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed some food debris on the floor underneath dry storage racks located in the rear dry storage/ preparation area. Instructed the person in charge to detail clean floors and maintain them.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

6. Mar 29, 2022 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   No violations

7. Mar 10, 2022 Fail

   Recent Inspection · Fail

   2 critical3 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: 5-203.11-- must provide a handwashing sink with hot and cold running water, soap and paper towels in the dry food storage/prep room where two prep tables are located and foods being prepared during the inspection. Or remove all prep tables and equipment.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalFood handling

     No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

     Inspector’s note: The menu does not not disclose or inform the consumers of potential hazards of consuming raw or undercooked animal origin foods such as burger. Must provide a consumer advisory that discloses and reminds consumers. Priority foundation violation.

     Official wording (code 25)

     Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 4-602.13-- noted peeling plastic installed as metal protectant on the side of the dish machine. Must remove to be smooth and cleanable.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

     Inspector’s note: 5-501.17-- must provide covered waste receptacles for the women's washroom.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: : 6-201.13-- noted peeling/damaged baseboard coving at the entrance to the women's washroom. Must replace. : 6-201.11-- water damaged ceiling tiles throughout the dry food storage/prep room. Must replace.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

8. Jan 12, 2022 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   1 critical4 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: Must provide a handwashing sink with hot and cold running water, soap and paper towels in the dry food storage/prep room where two prep tables are located and foods being prepared during the inspection. Or remove all prep tables and equipment.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Noted peeling plastic installed as metal protectant on the side of the dish machine. Must remove to be smooth and cleanable.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

     Inspector’s note: Must provide covered waste receptacles for the women's washroom.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Noted peeling/damaged baseboard coving at the entrance to the womens washroom. Must replace.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Water damaged ceiling tiles throughout the dry food storage/prep room. Must replace.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

9. Mar 16, 2021 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   No violations

10. Jun 20, 2019 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

11. Aug 17, 2018 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: 4-201.11 rubber gaskets are broken inside the doors of two door proof by the walk-in freezer. Replace.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

12. Aug 10, 2018 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical3 general Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

      Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no employee health policy/training on site. Instructed facility to implement appropriate employee health policy and maintain proper documentation of completed training on site at all times. Priority foundation violation: 7-38-012(a), no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 3)

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

    • CriticalManagement & training

      No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no policy in place for clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events. Must provide policy and maintain required clean up materials on site at all times. Priority foundation violation: 7-38-005, no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.111 OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 25 MICE DROPPINGS BEHIND AND UNDER PIPES OF THE PROOF EQUIPMENT IN BAKERY AREA BY THE OFFICE AND INSIDE THE PANEL OF THE EQUIPMENT, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION :7-38-020(a)

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: 4-201.11 rubber gaskets are broken inside the doors of two door proof by the walk-in freezer. Replace.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 floor tiles under the high temp dish machine are in poor repair,broken/missing grout, water standing between said tiles.,instructed to repair so they are smooth,and cleanable. Must clean grease/debris under the dish machine.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

13. Apr 14, 2017 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    5 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Broken plastic lid covering dry food container,instructed to remove/replace in storage area. Rough base inside the cabinet under the washbowls inside the women's washroom,need to replace,surface must be smooth cleanable and non-absorbent surface. Washrooms are located at hallway by the bakery south door

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Food spillage inside reach-in cooler at package area,instructed to clean and maintain

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Clean floor inside the mop sink,debris and items on floor.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Hole on ceiling tile above three compartment sink.missing tile on ceiling inside the mop storage area,and opening between the ceiling tile and duct above the dish machine,need to replace missing said tile and seal openings. Most of the vent cover in bakery area with dust and rust .surface must be smooth,cleanable and non-absorbent surface.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Missing cold water handle at faucet of the mop sink,need to replace. Discharge water pipe from steam kettle in prep area not located on top floor drain,need re-route said pipe so water can discharge onto floor drain not on floor. No ventilation provided at men's washroom,need to provide. No ventilation provided at both washrooms(men and women) located at south hallway by the bakery door.need to provide.

14. Mar 3, 2016 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

      Inspector’s note: Found bulk food not labeled. Must label bulk food.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: Found foodhandlers at premises with no foodhandler training certificates. Must obtain.

15. May 21, 2015 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Observed food build up inside microwave. Must clean and maintain interior of microwave.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Must calibrate metal stem thermometer for food handlers.

16. Jul 2, 2014 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

17. Aug 14, 2013 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

18. Aug 6, 2012 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Must provide working light bulb inside walk in freezer.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: 3-compartment sink middle compartment drain handle leaking at base. Must repair and maintain sink.

19. May 25, 2011 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

      Inspector’s note: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL CLEAN UTENSILS ON SHELVING UNITS AND AT STORAGE AREAS THROUGHOUT,OR COVER WITH LID OR PLASTIC.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PAPER TOWEL AND SOAP DISPENSER ON 2COMP.SINK AT COOKIE PACKING AREA.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DEBRIS AND STAINS ON HOOD WALLS,ON EXPOSE HAND WASH SINK,ON 2COMP.SINK, INSIDE TOP WALLS OF MICROWAVE OVENS IN COOKIE PACKING ROOM AND AT EMPLOYEE LOUNGE.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters

      Inspector’s note: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON TOILET DOORS IN COOKIE PACKING ROOM.