Canoe Cafe

280 RAILROAD AVENUE, Greenwich  ·  Cafe / bakery  ·  Risk class IV  ·  LCB202100225

Non-priority only

Only non-priority violations were recorded at the most recent inspection.

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6Inspections
187dSince last
28Violations2 P · 11 Pf · 15 C
0Repeat
-1.0Trend
Mar 27, 2026Routine2 violations
10Adequate handwashing sinks, properly supplied/accessibleA handwashing sink was missing, blocked, being used for something else, or lacked soap, hot water or towels.C
23Proper date marking and dispositionReady-to-eat food held more than 24 hours was not labeled with the date it was made or opened, or was kept past the seven-day limit.Pf

Corrections due: 4/27/24

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Record corrected Sep 16, 2026. Items 12, 16 and 27 removed: the form marks item 12 not observed; the form marks items 16 and 27 in compliance. None is a violation. Item 10 is a core violation, as the form records, not priority foundation. Item 23 is a priority foundation violation, as the form records, not priority. The visit now shows items 10 and 23. Found in our own review of the original form.

May 20, 2025Routine4 violations
22Proper cold holding temperaturesFood meant to be kept cold, such as meat, dairy, cut produce or cooked leftovers, was found warmer than 41°F.P
39Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & displayFood was exposed to possible contamination while being prepared, stored or displayed, for example kept on the floor, under a leaking pipe, or uncovered in a walk-in.Pf
44Utensils/equipment/linens: properly stored, dried, & handledClean dishes, utensils or linens were stored wet, in a dirty area, or in a way that exposed the surface that touches food.C
45Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & usedDisposable items such as cups, containers or gloves were reused, or stored where they could be contaminated.C

Corrections due: Priority: 5/22/25; Priority Foundation: 5/30/25 (could read 5/20/25); Core: 7/20/25

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Record corrected Sep 16, 2026. Item 39 is a priority foundation violation, as the form records, not priority. Item 44 is a core violation, as the form records, not priority foundation. Item 45 is a core violation, as the form records, not priority. The visit now shows items 22, 39, 44 and 45, matching the inspector's own count. Found in our own review of the original form.

Mar 12, 2025Routine6 violations
10Adequate handwashing sinks, properly supplied/accessibleA handwashing sink was missing, blocked, being used for something else, or lacked soap, hot water or towels.Pf
15Food separated and protectedRaw meat, poultry, seafood or eggs were stored where they could drip onto or touch ready-to-eat food, or food was left uncovered.P
37Food properly labeled; original containerFood taken out of its original container, or bulk items such as flour or sugar, was not labeled with what it is, or packaged food lacked required labels.C
39Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & displayFood was exposed to possible contamination while being prepared, stored or displayed, for example kept on the floor, under a leaking pipe, or uncovered in a walk-in.C
43In-use utensils: properly storedUtensils in use between tasks, such as scoops, tongs or ladles, were stored in a way that can contaminate them, such as in standing water or with the handle in the food.C
48Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained and used; cleaning agents, sanitizers, test strips availableThe dishwasher or three-compartment sink was not working correctly, sanitizer was too weak or missing, or no test strips were available to check it.Pf

Corrections due: Priority: 3/15/25; Priority Foundation: 3/22/25; Core: April 2025

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Record corrected Sep 16, 2026. Item 37 is a core violation, as the form records, not priority foundation. Item 39 is a core violation, as the form records, not priority. The visit now shows items 10, 15, 37, 39, 43 and 48. Found in our own review of the original form.

Nov 21, 2024Routine5 violations
10Adequate handwashing sinks, properly supplied/accessibleA handwashing sink was missing, blocked, being used for something else, or lacked soap, hot water or towels.Pf
23Proper date marking and dispositionReady-to-eat food held more than 24 hours was not labeled with the date it was made or opened, or was kept past the seven-day limit.Pf
39Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & displayFood was exposed to possible contamination while being prepared, stored or displayed, for example kept on the floor, under a leaking pipe, or uncovered in a walk-in.C
47Food and non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and usedEquipment or surfaces were worn, damaged or made of the wrong material and could not be properly cleaned, such as cracked cutting boards, rusted shelving or torn refrigerator gaskets.C
49Non-food contact surfaces cleanSurfaces that do not touch food, such as the outside of equipment, shelving, hoods or floors under equipment, were dirty.C

Corrections due: QTHUC

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Record corrected Sep 16, 2026. Item 23 is a priority foundation violation, as the form records, not priority. Item 39 is a core violation, as the form records, not priority. Item 47 is a core violation, as the form records, not priority. The visit now shows items 10, 23, 39, 47 and 49. Found in our own review of the original form.

Jan 11, 2024Routine10 violations
5Written procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal eventsThe kitchen had no written plan for cleaning up after someone vomits or has diarrhea on the premises, an event that can spread norovirus widely.Pf
8Hands clean and properly washedStaff were not washing their hands when required, for example after handling raw meat, touching their face or returning from the restroom, or were not washing them properly.Pf
10Adequate handwashing sinks, properly supplied/accessibleA handwashing sink was missing, blocked, being used for something else, or lacked soap, hot water or towels.Pf
15Food separated and protectedRaw meat, poultry, seafood or eggs were stored where they could drip onto or touch ready-to-eat food, or food was left uncovered.C
37Food properly labeled; original containerFood taken out of its original container, or bulk items such as flour or sugar, was not labeled with what it is, or packaged food lacked required labels.C
39Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & displayFood was exposed to possible contamination while being prepared, stored or displayed, for example kept on the floor, under a leaking pipe, or uncovered in a walk-in.C
41Wiping cloths: properly used and storedCloths used to wipe counters were left out on surfaces instead of being kept in sanitizer solution between uses.C
50Hot and cold water available; adequate pressureHot or cold water was unavailable, or the pressure was inadequate, at a sink where it is needed.Pf
51Plumbing installed; proper backflow devicesPlumbing was leaking, improperly installed, or lacked a backflow device that keeps dirty water from being drawn back into the clean supply.Pf
55Physical facilities installed, maintained, and cleanFloors, walls, ceilings or fixtures were damaged, missing or dirty, for example broken tiles, peeling paint or a leaking ceiling.C

Corrections due: 72 hours (Priority Foundation) / 90 days (Core)

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Record corrected Sep 16, 2026. Item 3 removed: the form marks it in compliance. It is not a violation. Items 15 and 50 added: marked out of compliance on the form and missed in the earlier reading. Item 8 is a priority foundation violation, as the form records, not priority. Item 37 is a core violation, as the form records, not priority foundation. Item 39 is a core violation, as the form records, not priority. Item 51 is a priority foundation violation, as the form records, not priority. Item 55 is a core violation, as the form records, not priority. The visit now shows items 5, 8, 10, 15, 37, 39, 41, 50, 51 and 55, matching the inspector's own count. Found in our own review of the original form.

May 19, 2023Routine1 violation
38Insects, rodents, and animals not presentEvidence of insects, rodents or animals was found, such as droppings, flies or gaps that let them in, or a pet was in a food area.C

Corrections due: 90 days

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