Routine Inspection
May 19, 2025
3 recorded violations
Official wording
Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
In the prep unit, measured red salsa at 48F, pico de gallo at 54F, diced tomatoes 51F. Per operator, red salsa, pico de gallo, and diced tomatoes stored from the previous day. Measured ambient air temperature of the prep unit at 50F. [CA] Ensure potentially hazardous foods are held cold at 41F or below to prevent bacterial growth. [SA] Red salsa, pico de gallo, and diced tomatoes were VC&D due to time and temperature abuse. Operator to provide repairs for prep unit.
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureOfficial wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
In the back storage area, observed unused equipment, shelving, and display material stored. [CA] Ensure facility is cleared of clutter to prevent possible harborage of vermin.
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial wording
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
Food safety manager's certificate was unavailable upon request. [CA] Ensure a valid food safety manager's certificate is available for review.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, May 19, 2025 · Original Source