More Issues RecentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
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When was Better Buzz Coffee Roasters last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 14, 2026. The result listed by County of San Diego Department of Environmental Health and Quality was “Grade A” (official score 99).
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
6 inspections on record, from Jun 6, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026.
Has Better Buzz Coffee Roasters ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 6 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jun 6, 2025.
Premises, personal / cleaning items, vermin-proofing
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Official record from County of San Diego Department of Environmental Health and Quality, Oct 14, 2026 · Original Source
Re-inspection
Feb 26, 2026
Not scored
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from County of San Diego Department of Environmental Health and Quality, Feb 26, 2026 · Original Source
Re-inspection
Feb 19, 2026
Not scored
3 recorded violations
criticalCode 13Contamination
Official Wording
Food in good condition, safe & unadulterated
In Plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Floor, walls and ceilings - built, maintained, clean
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Warewashing facilities -installed, maintained, used; Test strips available
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
Premises, personal / cleaning items, vermin-proofing
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.