Santa Clara County, CA

BBQ Chicken Milpitas

Name: BBQ Chicken Milpitas
Address: 179 W Calaveras Bl, Santa Clara County, CA

179 W Calaveras Bl

Last inspected Apr 10, 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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3 inspections

Routine Inspection

Apr 10, 2026

Pass

3 recorded violations

minorCode K27Other

Official wording

Food separated and protected

Inspector’s notes

Raw chicken stored above cheese in the 2 drawer cooler. [Corrective Action] Store raw chicken at the 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 K36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s notes

Observed a knife stored in the crevice between the refrigeration units at the cookline. [Corrective Action] Do not store knife in the crevice. Store in a clean container.

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 K45Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

Grime accumulation on the floor at the left side 3 compartment sink. [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

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Apr 10, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Aug 26, 2025

Pass

2 recorded violations

minorCode K36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s notes

Utensils used to scoop rice and mix chicken were observed stored in room temperature water. [Corrective Action] Store utensils in water at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.

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 K47Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Signs posted; last inspection report available

Inspector’s notes

1. Health permit not posted in public view. [Corrective Action] Post the current valid health permit in public view. 2. Lack of handwashing sign in the restrooms. [Corrective Action] A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be posted at all handwashing stations used by food employees.

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, Aug 26, 2025 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Feb 5, 2025

Pass

5 recorded violations

minorCode K22Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Sewage and wastewater properly disposed

Inspector’s notes

Observed waste water from the 3 compartment sink leaking onto the floor and out the back door and into the parking lot. The drain pipe under the middle compartment of the 3 compartment sink is damaged. [Corrective Action] Repair immediately.

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 K44Pests

Official wording

Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing

Inspector’s notes

Back door observed left open. [Corrective Action] Maintain back door closed to prevent entry of pest. A screen door or air curtain may be installed.

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 insects

minorCode K36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s notes

Observed rice scoop stored in room temperature water. [Corrective Action] Store rice scoop in ice water or water at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.

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 leak from the faucet at 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 K38Facility maintenance

Official wording

Adequate ventilation/lighting; designated areas, use

Inspector’s notes

One of the lights in the exhaust is not working. [Corrective Action] Ensure lights are working.

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

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Feb 5, 2025 · Original Source