Routine Inspection
Jan 20, 2026
7 recorded violations
Official wording
Food separated and protected
Inspector’s notes
A tray with bowl of flour was stored above trash bin. [CA] Food utensil (i.e. cutting board, baking pan, platters) shall not be used on top of a trash can to prevent cross contamination. [COS] PIC took the tray for washing. A bowl was stored above egg rolls at the prep cooler. [CA] Food utensil shall not be left on a food to prevent cross contamination. [COS] PIC picked up the bowl.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
Drain pipe from the ice machine lack airgap. [CA] All equipment that discharges liquid waste shall be drained by means of indirect waste pipes, and all wastes drained by them shall discharge through an airgap into a floor sink or other approved type of receptor. Floor sink under the soda machine has a build up of a debris. [CA] Clean the floor sink.
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.
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Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
Empty paper towel dispenser at the food prep area and employee restroom, hand washing sink. [CA] Single-use sanitary towels shall be provided in dispensers; heated-air hand drying device may be substituted for single-use towels. [COS] Both Paper towel dispensers were refilled.
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 problemsOfficial wording
Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
Build up of debris on the inner board of the ice machine. [CA] Clean the inner board of the ice machine more frequently. [COS] Employee clean the inner board of the ice machine.
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 issuesOfficial wording
Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector’s notes
Sanitizer spray bottle lack common name. [CA] Chemicals once removed from original container shall be labeled with common name.
In plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
More about chemicals stored or used unsafelyOfficial wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Apron was hanged inside the restroom. [CA] Employees can not hang apron inside the restroom. Apron shall be hang at a designated area.
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.
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Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
Copy of the Food Safety Certification is not available. [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. Food handler cards are not available for review. [CA] Each food handler shall maintain a valid food handler card for the duration of his or her employment as food handler. A valid food handler card shall be provided within 30 days of after the date of hire.
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, Jan 20, 2026 · Original Source