Repeat ProblemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.
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When was Costa Coffee & Open Space Tap Room last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Nov 10, 2026. The result listed by Public Health – Seattle & King County was “Unsatisfactory” (official score 15).
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded, including 1 marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
5 inspections on record, from May 1, 2024 to Nov 10, 2026.
Has Costa Coffee & Open Space Tap Room ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 5 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated May 1, 2024.
Food contact surfaces cleaned and sanitized; no cross contamination
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.
Warewashing facilities properly installed, maintained, used; sanitizer concentration; test strips available and used
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.
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.
No room temperature storage; proper use of time as a control, procedures available
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.