Guinness Open Gate Brewery

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Aug 25, 2026 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

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   • CriticalFood handling

     Specialized processes (curing, vacuum-packing, etc.) didn’t follow the approved plan.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no variance /haccp plan approval on site for vaccuum sealing tcs foods such as approximatley 15 lbs short ribs, 6.5 lbs chcken thighs, 2 lbs cured salmon, 5 lbs pork belly, 8 lbs ricotta salatta. A total cost of $310. All said food was volunatarily discarded and denatured during time of inspection. Instructed pic to discontinue use of machine and obtain approval by cdph. Priority foundation violation. # 7-38-005. Citation issued

     Official wording (code 29)

     Compliance with variance/specialized process/haccp

   • GeneralFood handling

     No approval obtained for a specialized processing method.

     Inspector’s note: Observed vacuum packaging machine on site on prep table and assorted food items stored inside walk in cooler without haccp plan or variance. Unit tagged and held for inspection. Instructed to provide and maintain as required. Please see violation #32 for citation information.

     Official wording (code 32)

     Variance obtained for specialized processing methods

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 50 small live black flies flying throughout main bar, bar located in tasting room and throughout prep area on equipment in beverage station on large cooking equipment and flying throughout dishwashing area, flying in inside dining area . Recommended to contact pest control for service. Must eliminate pest activity on premise. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-020 (a). Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed handsink locaated in main bar as well as tasting room bar in need of a smooth and easily cleanable splashguard to prevent possible contamination of glassware and mixing equipment stored.

     Official wording (code 39)

     Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

   • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

     Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed food handler without effective hair restraint during time of inspection. Instructed to provide and maintain as required.

     Official wording (code 40)

     Personal cleanliness

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no chemical test strips for all low temperature dish machines throughout prep and bar areas. Insturcted to provide and maintain to test sanitizer strenght on said equipment. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-005. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 48)

     Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Instructed all certified food manager certificate holders to obtain allergen training certification. Instructed to maintain as required.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

2. May 19, 2025 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   No violations

3. May 12, 2025 Closed

   Canvass · Out of Business

   The inspector found this business closed.

   No violations

4. May 12, 2025 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

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   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed the water temperature to be over 120f at the exposed hand washing sink next to the high temperature dish machine. The water temperature at this sink cannot be controlled by the user. Management instructed that the water temperature at all hand washing sinks must be between 100-120f. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed approx. 20 live small flying insects observed on the walls and ceiling of the food prep area. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate the pest activity on the premises. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no irreversible registering temperature indicator on the premises to measure the utensil surface temperature inside of the high temperature dish machines. Management instructed to provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.

     Official wording (code 48)

     Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the certified food manager without a valid allergen training certificate. Management instructed that all certified food managers must show valid proof of allergen training.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

5. Mar 6, 2024 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   No violations

6. Feb 28, 2024 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

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   • CriticalFood handling

     No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

     Inspector’s note: "observed no disclosure and reminder on the printed menu for all animal food products that can be ordered raw or undercooked. Instructed to provide a disclosure on the menu for all items (oysters, beef burgers etc.) that can be ordered undercooked or raw, and add a reminder on the menu that reads: *these items can be ordered undercooked or raw. Consuming undercooked or raw foods can increase your risk of foodborne illness. (refer to cdph consumer advisory handout) priority foundation violation #7-38-005. No citation issued.

     Official wording (code 25)

     Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

7. Sep 8, 2023 Pass

   License · Pass

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   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed slight leak coming from base of low temperature dish machine located in barrel room bar. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed lights in hood above cook line do not turn on. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used