Follow-Up Inspection
Mar 25, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Mar 25, 2026 · Original Source
Santa Clara County, CA
Cardenas #212 - Grocery
320 N Capitol Av
Last inspected Mar 25, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗
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3 inspectionsRoutine Inspection
Mar 17, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
criticalCode K07Food temperature
Official wording
Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
Observed PHFs in the grab n go cooler that measured in the temperature danger zone (hot dogs 48F-54F, beans 48F, rice 49F, cut watermelon 57F). [CA] Ensure PHFs are properly cold held at 41F or below OR hot held at 135F or above. Repair, replace or remove units if necessary. [COS] PIC relocated PHFs that were loaded into the units 2-3 hours prior and put them into the walk-in cooler to rapidly cool. PIC had staff voluntarily discard cut watermelon and cut cantaloupe.
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 temperatureminorCode K01Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
FSC not available during time of inspection. [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.
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, Mar 17, 2026 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Dec 6, 2024
Pass
5 recorded violations
minorCode K34Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips
Inspector’s notes
Leaking faucet when water turns on for 3 compartment sink in meat department. Sprayer handle is broken for 3 compartment sink in meat department. [CA] Repair faucet and secure leak. Replace sprayer handle.
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 problemsminorCode K13Contamination
Official wording
Food in good condition, safe, unadulterated
Inspector’s notes
Infant formula offered for sale after the “use by” date. Below is the list: 13 cans of Similac Advance infant formula 13 fl oz (use by 1 Nov 24) 1 can of Similac Advance infant formula 13 fl oz (use by 1 Jul 2023) 1 can of Similac Advance infant formula 13 fl oz (use by 1 Jul 2024) 2 bottles Enfamil neuro pro infant formula 32 fl.oz. (use by: Nov 1 2024) 1 can of Enfamil Simply Plant-based Infant formula 12.9 oz (use by:1 Jun 24) [CA] Check "use by" date and remove infant formula that passed "use by" date. [COS] PIC removed items from shelf and place at expired basket at the back.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationminorCode K01Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
Missing food safety manager certificate [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.
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 issuesminorCode K35Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
Debris built up on the fogger at produce area. [CA] Produce fogger shall be cleaned and maintained in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
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 issuesminorCode K41Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
1 of the 2 compartment sink was clogged with soil. The other compartment was able to drain. [CA] Repair plumbing fixture and maintain in clean and good repair.
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 problemsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Dec 6, 2024 · Original Source