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Santa Clara County, CA

Casa Lupe Mexican Restaurant

185 Main St

Last inspected Jul 31, 2026 · 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

Jul 31, 2026

Pass

2 recorded violations

minorCode K36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s notes

Observed kitchen knives wedged between the wall and stainless steel backsplash of the three compartment sink. [CA] Store utensils in a clean location protected from contamination *Note: It was discussed that a magnetic knife block can be installed for storage of clean knives

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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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minorCode K27Other

Official wording

Food separated and protected

Inspector’s notes

Observed raw shelled eggs stored above ready to eat foods in the two door upright cooler near the main preparation line. [CA] All food shall be separated and protected from cross-contamination. Store all raw meat or other raw products of animal origin below ready-to-eat food items. [COS] Eggs were relocated to the bottom of the cooler at this time.

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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jul 31, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Jul 3, 2025

Pass

2 recorded violations

minorCode K07Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot and cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

At the steam table, measured the top portion in containers of refried beans and enchilada sauce at 131F. [CA] Ensure potentially hazardous foods are held hot at 135F and above to prevent bacterial growth. [SA] Operator mixed container of refried beans and enchilada sauce. Remeasured containers between 148F and 158F.

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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minorCode K45Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

Observed cracks and crevices around installed shelving in the storage areas by the 3 compartment sink, and in the back storage area. In the area below the 3 compartment sink, observed peeling wall panels. In the back storage area, observed coving peeling from between the edge of walls and flooring. [CA] Ensure floors and walls in prep and storage areas are maintained. Floors and walls shall be of an approved material and kept sealed to prevent possible harborage of vermin. Seal cracks and crevices around installed shelving to prevent possible harborage of vermin.

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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Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jul 3, 2025 · Original Source

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