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Santa Clara County, CA

Black Watch The

141 1/2 N Santa Cruz Av

Last inspected Dec 23, 2025 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.

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2 inspections

Routine Inspection

Dec 23, 2025

Pass

2 recorded violations

minorCode K14Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized

Inspector’s notes

REPEAT VIOLATION: At the bar, observed mold-like growth on the interior panel of the ice machines. [CA] Ensure ice machines are frequently cleaned and sanitized to prevent possible contamination of food (ice).

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 K01Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

Inspector’s notes

REPEAT VIOLATION: Food manager certificate and food handler cards unavailable for review. [CA] At least one food safety manager's certificate shall be obtained and available on-site for review. All other employees shall obtain valid food handler cards and have available on-site 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 issues

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Dec 23, 2025 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Nov 20, 2024

Pass

2 recorded violations

minorCode K01Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

Inspector’s notes

Food manager certificate and food handler cards unavailable for review. [CA] Employees shall obtain valid food handler cards and keep copies on site 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 issues
minorCode K14Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized

Inspector’s notes

At the bar and the back storage area, observed mold-like growth on the interior panel of the ice machines. [CA] Ensure ice machines are frequently cleaned and sanitized to prevent possible contamination of food (ice).

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, Nov 20, 2024 · Original Source

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