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FSN98-03
Food
preparation and cooking outside of an enclosed food establishment is prohibited under the
California Uniform Retail Food Facilities Law (CURFFL) Section 114145* , except
for a barbecue which is constructed and operated pursuant to Article 9 (beginning with
Section 114185.)
Methods of cooking which do not involve roasting or broiling of food over live coals
(wood, charcoal, or gas heated) on a grill, spit, or in a pit are not included under
Article 9. The fact that a piece of heating equipment may use propane gas or solid fuel
does not entitle the operator to use the Article 9 exemption unless the food is prepared
over live coals on a grill or spit.
It should be pointed out that serving and consumption of food outdoors is not
prohibited. Outdoor seating at restaurants and other food facilities is common. It is also
permissible to offer samples of food items prepared in the establishment to passersby for
the purpose of enticing new customers.
* Each
food establishment, except produce stands and swap meet prepackaged food stands, shall be
fully enclosed in a building consisting of floors, walls, and an overhead structure that
meet the minimum standards prescribed by this chapter.
This section shall not be construed to require the enclosure of dining areas or
open-air barbecue facilities...
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