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Santa Clara County, CA

Chef Zhao Kitchen

2180 W Bayshore Rd Ste 120

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

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2 inspections

Routine Inspection

Jul 7, 2026

Pass

6 recorded violations

minorCode K39Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Thermometers provided, accurate

Inspector’s notes

Facility lacks a metal probe thermometer for measuring the final cooking temperature of cooked foods. [CA] An accurate easily readable metal probe thermometer (accurate to +/- 2°F) that is designed to measure the temperature of thin masses shall be provided and readily available to accurately measure the temperatures of potentially hazardous foods.

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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

Container of mushrooms stored on the drainboard of the three compartment warewashing sink. [CA] All food shall be separated and protected from potential contamination. Stored and prepare produce at the dedicated food preparation sink.

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

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minorCode K01Permits, training, and postings

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Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

Inspector’s notes

Multiple employee food handler cards have expired. [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.

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minorCode K23Pests

Official wording

No rodents, insects, birds, or animals

Inspector’s notes

Observed old rodent droppings above the warewashing machine. [CA] Clean and sanitize area of old droppings. [COS] Area cleaned and sanitized. No additional evidence of vermin observed at the time of inspection, reviewed facilities professional pest control service report.

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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minorCode K30Other

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Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s notes

Boxes of to-go containers stored directly on the floor of the dry storage room. Containers of raw meat stored directly on the floor of the walk in freezer. [CA] Food and food contact items shall be stored at least 6 inches above the floor to prevent contamination.

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

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minorCode K44Pests

Official wording

Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing

Inspector’s notes

Observed a gap of larger than 1/4 inch below the side double doors into the facility. [CA] Eliminate gap greater than 1/4" to prevent the entrance and harborage of vermin. Personal bag stored on the cook line food storage rack. [CA] Employee's personal effects (cell phone, car keys, and jackets) shall be stored in employee lockers or other designated areas for employee storage.

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.

More about signs of rodents or insects

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jul 7, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Sep 17, 2025

Pass

4 recorded violations

minorCode K30Other

Official wording

Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s notes

Single use food containers stored on the floor of the dry storage room. [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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minorCode K27Other

Official wording

Food separated and protected

Inspector’s notes

Container of wood ear mushroom stored on the drain board of the 3 compartment warewashing sink. [CA] All food shall be separated and protected from possible contamination. Food preparation shall be accomplished at the dedicated food preparation sink. Employees cutting green beans at a table within the customer dining room. [CA] Food preparation shall only occur in approved areas. [COS] Green bean preparation relocated to the kitchen.

In plain English

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

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minorCode K44Pests

Official wording

Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing

Inspector’s notes

Back door to the kitchen left open. [CA] Provide screen door or keep back door closed at all times to prevent the entrance and harborage of vermin.

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.

More about signs of rodents or insects
minorCode K09Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cooling methods

Inspector’s notes

Measured cooked veggies at 90 F within a closed to-go container within the 2 door upright display refrigerator. [CA] Properly store cooling foods in such a way to allow proper air flow. [COS] Cooked veggies uncovered and relocated to the walk in refrigerator to be cooled to and held at 41 F or below. Measured cooked pork within covered bowls at 110 F stacked on a rack next to the food preparation sink. [CA] After heating or hot holding, Potentially Hazardous Foods (PHFs) shall be cooled rapidly from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours. Approved cooling methods include: 1) Placing the food in shallow pans 2) Separating the food into thinner or smaller portions. 3) Using rapid cooling equipment (Ex. blast chiller) 4) Using containers that facilitate heat transfer (ex. stainless steel) 5) Adding ice as an ingredient. 6) Using ice paddles 7) Using an ice bath and stirring frequently 8) Accordance with a HACCP plan. Cooling foods shall have enough space around the containers for cold air to circulate, be loosely covered, or uncovered and stirred as frequently needed to evenly cool. [COS] Bowls rearranged and placed on a single layer to allow for rapid cooling.

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 temperature

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Sep 17, 2025 · Original Source

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