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MEADOW LARK FARM DINNERS (MOBILE)

4593 BROADWAY ST, Boulder, CO 80304/MOBILE UNITS

This restaurant has some health concerns to be aware of.

Recent inspections found issues that may affect food safety. Review the violations below.

SafeScore

75/100

Inspections

1

Last Inspected

May 2025

Critical

29

Analysis

Violation Breakdown

57 total

other
3256%
temperature
1018%
contamination
59%
hygiene
47%
facility
47%
pest
12%

Case History

Inspection Timeline

CriticalOther

No qualified manager was present during the inspection, or the manager couldn't demonstrate basic food safety knowledge or enforce proper practices.

Code FC01

CriticalOther

The restaurant's food came from licensed, inspected suppliers rather than unapproved sources.

Code FC11

CriticalOther

Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

Code FC05

CriticalOther

The restaurant does not have a staff member who has passed a certified food safety management exam.

Code FC02

CriticalTemperature

Food is not being cooked long enough or at high enough temperatures to be safe to eat.

Code FC18

CriticalHygiene

There are enough working sinks for employees to wash their hands, with soap and paper towels available.

Code FC10

CriticalOther

No discharge from eyes, nose, and mouth

Code FC07

CriticalOther

Staff are eating, drinking, or using tobacco appropriately so they don't contaminate your food.

Code FC06

CriticalOther

The restaurant cannot prove its shellfish came from a safe, approved source or that fish has been properly treated to kill parasites.

Code FC14

CriticalOther

Any added preservatives or chemicals in the food are safe and used correctly.

Code FC27

CriticalContamination

Surfaces and equipment that touch food are not being properly cleaned and disinfected.

Code FC16

CriticalHygiene

No bare hand contact with RTE food or a pre-approved alternative procedure properly allowed

Code FC09

CriticalOther

The restaurant uses properly pasteurized products and doesn't serve high-risk items like raw milk.

Code FC26

CriticalOther

Food that was returned by customers, previously served, or identified as unsafe was not thrown out or handled correctly.

Code FC17

CriticalContamination

Cleaning chemicals or other toxic products were not properly labeled, stored away from food, or used in a way that could contaminate food.

Code FC28

CriticalOther

Staff and managers were not properly trained on food safety rules or failed to report illnesses that could spread to customers.

Code FC03

CriticalTemperature

Proper reheating procedures for hot holding

Code FC19

CriticalOther

Employees were not washing their hands correctly or at the required times, such as after handling raw meat or using the restroom.

Code FC08

CriticalOther

The restaurant wasn't properly tracking or documenting how long perishable food had been sitting out instead of being refrigerated or heated.

Code FC24

CriticalOther

The restaurant is not properly labeling food with dates to track how long it has been stored, or is keeping food past its safe use period.

Code FC23

CriticalTemperature

Cooked food is being cooled down safely and quickly enough to prevent harmful bacteria from growing.

Code FC20

CriticalTemperature

Cold foods like meat, dairy, and leftovers are being kept at 41ยฐF or below to prevent bacterial growth.

Code FC22

CriticalOther

All food on the premises is fresh, safe to eat, and free from contamination.

Code FC13

CriticalOther

Raw meats and other foods were kept separate so that bacteria couldn't spread from one food to another.

Code FC15

CriticalTemperature

Food deliveries must arrive at a safe temperature to prevent bacterial growth.

Code FC12

CriticalOther

The restaurant warns customers when menu items like burgers or eggs are served raw or undercooked.

Code FC25

CriticalOther

The restaurant needs to ensure that sick employees are properly restricted from handling food or sent home.

Code FC04

CriticalOther

The restaurant must follow a special approved food safety plan for certain high-risk cooking processes, and inspectors checked that they were doing so.

Code FC29

CriticalTemperature

Hot food being kept for service wasn't being held at a safe temperature to prevent bacterial growth.

Code FC21

MinorOther

All food must be stored and served in its original packaging or clearly labeled so customers and staff know exactly what it is.

Code FC37

MinorPest

Evidence of bugs, rodents, or unauthorized animals was found on the premises.

Code FC38

MinorContamination

Surfaces and equipment that touch food must be easy to clean, well-designed, and used correctly.

Code FC47

MinorOther

The restaurant does not have reliable access to both hot and cold running water at adequate pressure.

Code FC50

MinorHygiene

Staff were wearing gloves incorrectly, not changing them when needed, or using them in a way that still allowed food contamination.

Code FC46

MinorOther

Discussed long term compliance

Code LTC1

MinorOther

Utensils being used during service (like tongs or spoons) must be stored safely to avoid contamination between uses.

Code FC43

MinorTemperature

The restaurant had a working, accurate food thermometer on hand.

Code FC36

MinorFacility

Trash and garbage must be thrown away properly and the disposal areas kept in good condition.

Code FC54

MinorOther

The bathrooms were properly built, stocked with supplies like soap and paper towels, and kept clean.

Code FC53

MinorOther

The dish-washing equipment was not properly installed, maintained, or used, and/or staff lacked the test strips needed to verify it's sanitizing correctly.

Code FC48

MinorOther

The building's floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged, poorly maintained, or dirty.

Code FC55

MinorHygiene

Food handlers are required to maintain personal cleanliness while working with food.

Code FC40

MinorOther

Single-use / single-service articles: properly stored & used

Code FC45

MinorTemperature

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Code FC33

MinorTemperature

The restaurant is thawing frozen food in unsafe ways, such as leaving it out at room temperature.

Code FC35

MinorOther

Water & ice from approved source

Code FC31

MinorContamination

The surfaces that don't directly touch food โ€” like equipment exteriors, handles, and shelving โ€” must be kept clean.

Code FC49

MinorFacility

The plumbing was not properly installed or lacked the required devices to prevent contaminated water from flowing back into the clean water supply.

Code FC51

MinorOther

Raw fruits and vegetables were not being washed before being prepared or served to customers.

Code FC42

MinorFacility

The kitchen had poor airflow, inadequate lighting, or staff were working in areas not designated for that task.

Code FC56

MinorTemperature

Cooked vegetables or other plant-based foods weren't heated to a safe enough temperature before being kept warm for serving.

Code FC34

MinorOther

The restaurant isn't using pasteurized eggs in dishes that require them, such as raw or undercooked egg preparations.

Code FC30

MinorFacility

The restaurant's wastewater and sewage is being safely and properly disposed of.

Code FC52

MinorChemical

Wet cleaning cloths are not being stored properly, which can spread bacteria around the kitchen.

Code FC41

MinorContamination

The restaurant must take steps to keep food from getting contaminated while it's being prepared, stored, or put out for serving.

Code FC39

MinorOther

Clean utensils, equipment, and linens must be stored properly, fully dried, and handled in a way that keeps them sanitary.

Code FC44

MinorOther

The restaurant must get special permission before using certain non-standard food preparation methods.

Code FC32

Data may be outdated

The last inspection on record is from May 2025 โ€” 413 days ago. Newer data may not yet be available from this jurisdiction.

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