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Santa Clara County, CA

Barcelona

300 W Calaveras Bl

Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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More issues recentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.

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5 inspections

Routine Inspection

Aug 11, 2026

Pass

7 recorded violations

minorCode K06Handwashing

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

1. Lack of paper towels in some of the paper towel dispensers at the handwash sinks. Napkins used instead of paper towels in some of the paper towel dispensers. Loose napkins were observed nearby the paper towel dispenser. [Corrective Action] Ensure paper towel dispensers are always stocked with paper towels. 2. Handwash sink at the cookline observed completely blocked by a shelf. Nearby handwash stations available. [Corrective Action] Ensure handwash stations are always easily accessible.

In plain English

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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minorCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s notes

1. Hot water at the 4 compartment sink at the bar was measured at 112 degrees Fahrenheit. [Corrective Action] Ensure hot water at the 4 compartment sink is provided at a minimum temperature of 120 degrees Fahrenheit. 2. Warm water at the automatic faucets at the handwash sinks in the restrooms were measured at 76 degrees Fahrenheit. [Corrective Action] Ensure warm water is provided at a temperature between 100 - 108 degrees Fahrenheit.

In plain English

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
minorCode K45Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

1. Ceiling panel missing in the dough prep room. [Corrective Action] Install the ceiling panel. 2. Cove base tile observed separated from the wall in the dough prep room behind the large dough mixer. [Corrective Action] Maintain wall in good condition.

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode K07Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot and cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

Feta cheese in the 4 drawer prep cooler was measured at 49 degrees Fahrenheit in the 4 drawer prep cooler. The container of feta cheese was observed to be stored on top of the inserts. [Corrective Action] Maintain Potentially Hazardous Foods at or below 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Do not store Potentially Hazardous Foods on top of the inserts.

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 temperature
minorCode K27Other

Official wording

Food separated and protected

Inspector’s notes

Raw meat stored above vegetables and ready-to-eat foods in the walk-in cooler. [Corrective Action] Store raw meat below vegetables and ready-to-eat foods.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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minorCode K35Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity

Inspector’s notes

Observed tandoori oven, 4 burner stove top, and 2 single stock pot burners added to the cookline. [Corrective Action] Ensure all new equipments are approved by the Plan Check Program at this department before using. Submit Plan Check application for the use of the tandoori oven, 4 burner stove top, and the 2 single stock pot burners within one month.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues
minorCode K41Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s notes

Water leak observed from the drain pipe under the 4 compartment sink at the bar. [Corrective Action] Repair to stop the leak.

In plain English

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 11, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Jun 3, 2026

Pass

1 recorded violation

minorCode K35Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity

Inspector’s notes

Observed a 4 burner stove installed at tertiary cookline. [Corrective Action] Ensure new equipment is approved by Plan Check Program at the department before installing. Submit plans to this department for the 4 burner stove.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jun 3, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Dec 26, 2025

Pass

2 recorded violations

minorCode K07Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot and cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

Multiple Potentially Hazardous Foods in the walk-in cooler were measured at 48 degrees Fahrenheit. [Corrective Action] Maintain Potentially Hazardous Foods at or below 41 degrees Fahrenheit.

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 temperature
minorCode K14Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized

Inspector’s notes

Observed mold like substance inside the ice machine. [Corrective Action] Thoroughly clean and sanitize inside the ice machine.

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Dec 26, 2025 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Jun 10, 2025

Pass

5 recorded violations

minorCode K35Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity

Inspector’s notes

Ambient air temperature in the 3 door reach-in cooler at the bar was measured at 46 degrees Fahrenheit. No Potentially Hazardous Foods stored in the refrigeration unit. Observed the rubber seal on the right door damaged. [Corrective Action] Refrigeration unit shall be able to maintain ambient temperature at or below 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Repair or replace the rubber seal.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues
minorCode K41Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s notes

Observed water leak from the left side drain pipe under the 4 compartment sink at the bar. [Corrective Action] Repair to stop the leak.

In plain English

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
minorCode K36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s notes

Pressurized CO2 cylinders in the dough prep room observed not properly secured to a rigid structure. [Corrective Action] Ensure pressurized cylinders are properly secured to a rigid structure.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues
minorCode K06Handwashing

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

Lack of wall mounted soap dispenser at the handwash sink at the cookline. Other nearby handwash sinks with soap and paper towels. [Corrective Action] Install wall mounted soap dispenser at the handwash sink.

In plain English

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.

More about handwashing problems
minorCode K01Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

Inspector’s notes

Lack of managerial Food Safety Certificate. [Corrective Action] 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.

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 issues

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jun 10, 2025 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Oct 2, 2024

Pass

6 recorded violations

minorCode K38Facility maintenance

Official wording

Adequate ventilation/lighting; designated areas, use

Inspector’s notes

Lighting on the right side of the walk-in cooler is dim. [Corrective Action] Provide adequate lighting.

In plain English

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.

More about building upkeep issues
minorCode K27Other

Official wording

Food separated and protected

Inspector’s notes

Raw chicken stored in the drawer above the pasta. [Corrective Action] Store raw chicken in bottom drawer.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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minorCode K41Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s notes

Water leak observed at the drain pipe for the 3 compartment sink. [Corrective Action] Repair to stop the leak.

In plain English

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
minorCode K35Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity

Inspector’s notes

Rubber seal on the far right door of the 4 door keg cooler observed in disrepair. [Corrective Action] Repair or replace the rubber seal.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues
minorCode K33Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

Grime accumulation on the door and rubber seal of the walk-in freezer. [Corrective Action] Thoroughly clean and maintain clean.

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode K14Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized

Inspector’s notes

Black mold/mildew like substance observed inside the ice machine. Substance not in direct contact with ice. [Corrective Action] Thoroughly clean and sanitize inside of the ice machine.

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Oct 2, 2024 · Original Source

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