Department of FoodieDepartment of Foodie
Rose Valley Cakes is a beautiful bakery with all vegan options. Their food is delicious and so tempting every time I go inside. They also do a great job with custom cake orders, including this vegan murder mystery cake we ordered for a bachelor party! When I want a good cake, I think of them first.
Cold food was held above 41°F, warm enough for bacteria to grow.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.
The manager, Buffy (who is not the owner despite what she may claim), was extremely rude and unprofessional during my visit. I came in intending to dine, but she told one of the employees that I was not allowed to be there. No explanation was given—just a blunt statement that I could not stay. The interaction was unnecessarily hostile and made for a very uncomfortable experience. Customers should be aware that she presents herself as the owner, but she is only a shareholder and does not actually
Food was left exposed to possible contamination during storage, prep, or serving.
Frozen food was thawed in an unsafe way.
Food surfaces are too worn or badly built to be properly cleaned.
Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.
Cold food was held above 41°F, warm enough for bacteria to grow.
Staff hygiene fell short: soiled clothing, no hair covering, or unkempt nails.
Clean utensils were stored where they could get dirty again.
Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.
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