Routine Inspection
Aug 10, 2026
12 recorded violations
Official wording
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
MISSING THE FOOD HANDLER'S CARDS FOR THE FOOD EMPLOYEES. [CA] PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER'S CARDS FOR THE 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.
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Compliance with shell stock tags, condition, display
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THE TAGS ARE PLACED IN A PLASTIC BAG WITHOUT ORGANIZING. [CA] USE A RECORD KEEPING SYSTEM THAT ALLOWS FOR EASY ACCESS OF THE TAGS BY DATES.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Nonfood contact surfaces clean
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FOUND MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE ON THE INSIDE WHITE PLASTIC FLAP OF THE ICE MACHINE. [CA] CLEAN THIS PART MORE OFTEN.
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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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Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
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FOUND A SPRAY BOTTLE WITH WINDEX WITHOUT LABEL AND STORED ON THE SHELF NEXT TO FOOD ITEMS IN THE DRY STORAGE ROOM. [CA] LABEL SPRAY BOTTLES AND KEEP THE CLEANING SUPPLY SEPARATE AND AWAY FROM FOOD OR FOOD RELATED ITEMS.
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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.
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Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
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FOUND A GROCERY PLASTIC BAG BEING USED TO STORE THE COOKED MEXICAN RICE IN THE HOT HOLDING UNIT. [CA] USE FOOD GRADE PLASTIC BAGS TO STORE THE COOKED RICE.
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Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
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Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
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FOUND THE CHLORINE SANITIZER AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT 50 PPM. [CA] PROVIDE 100 PPM. COS
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.
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Food storage: food storage containers identified
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FOUND A TAPATIO BOTTLE STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA AND FOUND A BOX WITH LEMONS ON THE FLOOR AT THE BAR AREA. [CA] STORE FOOD 6 INCHES ABOVE 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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Sewage and wastewater properly disposed
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FOUND WASTE WATER IN THE MOP BUCKET. [CA] DISCARD THE WASTE WATER IN THE SANITARY SEWER.
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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Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
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FOUND A PURSE AND A JACKET HANGING FROM THE DRY STORAGE FOOD SHELF. [CA] STORE PERSONAL ITEMS SEPARATE AND AWAY FROM FOOD OR FOOD RELATED ITEMS. FOUND THE MOPS INSIDE THE MOP SINK. [CA] HANG THE MOPS TO AIR DRY
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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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Permits available
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FACILITY DOES NOT HAVE A VALID PERMIT TO OPERATE. [CA] A FOOD FACILITY SHALL NOT BE OPEN FOR BUSINESS WITHOUT A VALID HEALTH PERMIT. PLEASE REMIT ANNUAL PERMIT FEE TO THIS OFFICE WITHIN 48 HRS.
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.
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Consumer advisory for raw or undercooked foods
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MISSING THE CONSUMER WARNING FOR THE SHELLFISH AND CEVICHE. [CA] PROVIDE CONSUMER WARNING.
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.
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Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
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FOUND THE WALL IN THE KITCHEN IN DISREPAIR.[CA] REPAIR THE WALL.
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 problemsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 10, 2026 · Original Source