Routine Inspection
Apr 8, 2025
8 recorded violations
Official wording
Adequate ventilation/lighting; designated areas, use
Inspector’s notes
Missing filters at mechanical exhaust hood. [CA] Filters shall be fitted in the mechanical exhaust ventilation over cooking equipment, provide spacer or correct sized filters.
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Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
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Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
Missing the correct faucet at mop sink. [CA] Ensure to use commercially approved faucets with an attached atmospheric pressure valve.
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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.
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Food storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
Found boxes of food stored on floor in walk-in-cooler and walk-in-freezer. [CA] Food shall be stored a minimum of 6 inches off the floor.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
1. Lacking soap at the ONLY hand wash station in restroom. [CA] Provide handwashing cleanser in dispenser at handwash stations at all times. [COS] Operator directed to restock. 2. Lacking single use paper towel at the ONLY hand wash station in restroom. [CA] Single-use sanitary towels shall be provided in dispensers; heated-air hand drying device may be substituted for single-use towels. [COS] Operator directed to restock.
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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.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector’s notes
Lacking toilet tissue in restroom. [CA] Toilet tissue shall be provided in a permanently installed dispenser at each toilet.
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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.
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Food separated and protected
Inspector’s notes
1. Observed the following food items uncovered in bulk bin like containers at the customer self-service area (middle section): variety of nuts, berries, seeds and dried fruits. These food items maybe consumed as stored.[CA] Food on display shall be protected from contamination by the use of packaging, counter, service line, or sneeze guards that intercept a direct line between the consumer's mouth and the food being displayed, containers with tight-fitting securely attached lids, display cases, mechanical dispensers, or other effective means. 2. Found bulk bags of whole walnuts stored in restroom. [CA] All food shall be separated and protected from possible contamination. Relocate bags of whole walnut outside of restroom. 3. Found one rip bulk bag near 4 door upright refrigeration unit. [CA] Replace bag and/or provide a container to prevent from potential contamination.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
Lacking food safety manager certificate (FSC). [CA] Food facilities that prepare, handle, or serve non-prepackaged potentially hazard foods shall have a valid Food Safety Certificate available for review at all times.
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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.
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Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
1. Found exterior screen door with screen detached from door. [CA] Secure screen to door to prevent the entrance and harborage of potential vermin. 2. Found garbage bin lid open. [CA] When not in use, ensure garbage bin is closed.
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 record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Apr 8, 2025 · Original Source