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Santa Clara County, CA

Chavez Supermarket

2670 Monterey Hy

Last inspected Apr 7, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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More issues recentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.

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2 inspections

Routine Inspection

Apr 7, 2026

Pass

4 recorded violations

minorCode K39Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Thermometers provided, accurate

Inspector’s notes

Walk in coolers are lacking hanging thermometers. [CA] A thermometer +/- 2°F shall be provided and correctly located in each cold holding unit containing potentially hazardous foods. Place thermometer where it is easily visible while checking refrigerator temperature.

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.

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minorCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s notes

1) Water temperature at the 3 comp sink(meat) measured 110F. 2) Water temperature at the prep sink(meat) measured 116F. 3) Water temperature at the produce prep sink measured 105F. 4) Water temperature at the janitorial sink measured 105F. [CA] Hot water shall be supplied at a minimum temperature of at least 120°F measured from the faucet throughout facility except at handwash sinks. [CA] A minimum 6" high metal splash guard spanning the full length of the drainboard shall be installed if the handwash sink is installed less than 24" away from the warewash drainboard.

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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minorCode K06Handwashing

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

Inoperable hand wash sink observed in produce prep area. No employees working in area during inspection. [CA] Repair hand wash sink and maintain in good condition.

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.

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minorCode K45Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

Accumulation of dust observed on walls, ceiling, and fan guards in produce walk in cooler. [CA] Routinely clean and sanitize walk in cooler to prevent buildup.

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, Apr 7, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Nov 7, 2024

Pass

1 recorded violation

minorCode K30Other

Official wording

Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s notes

Boxed food stored on floor inside walk in freezer. [CA] Food shall be stored at least 6 inches above the floor to prevent contamination.

In plain English

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, Nov 7, 2024 · Original Source

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