CAFE DEL HIDALGO
35 HYPOLITA ST STE 101 · SAINT AUGUSTINE · St. Johns County · FL 32084
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
10 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 1
41-10-4High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed espresso machine cleaning powder stored above clean utensils and dishes on corner shelf across from hand washing station. Person in charge move cleaning powder away from food contact surfaces. **Corrected On-Site**
Intermediate 1
14-16-4Intermediate – Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. Observed food container lid chipped and cracked on feta cheese in flip-top cooler bottom. Person in charge replaced lid. **Corrective Action Taken**
Basic 8
14-11-5Basic – Equipment in poor repair. Observed multiple torn gaskets on reach in coolers.
36-22-4Basic – Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor to the right of ice cream holding cabinet.
36-73-4Basic – Floor, walls soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed wall behind small reach in cooler right of ice cream display cabinet soiled with grease.
14-13-4Basic – Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Observed duct tape used to repair cracked food container lid. Food debris inside tape. Person in charge replaced lid. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-07-4Basic – In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed crepe utensil sitting in 72F water on prep table. Person in charge dumped water. **Corrected On-Site**
38-01-4Basic – Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shields in ware washing area cracked. Person in charge is having difficulty finding replacements. Discussed LED tubes as an option. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed multiple gaskets on multiple reach in coolers soiled with food debris. **Repeat Violation**
14-12-4Basic – Utensils in poor condition. Observed blue knife handle on prep table with deformed and peeling handler. Not easily cleanable.
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on October 7, 2026 2:51 PM.
Violation category totals
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4 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.