Routine Inspection
Feb 13, 2026
7 recorded violations
Official wording
Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
The scoop is in the bulk food bin with the handle in the food. [CA] Store the scoop with the handle not touching the food.
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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Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
Equipment has been installed without approval by this department. [CA] Please submit to the plan check unit as discussed, for the equipment and also the flooring, along with any other requirements per plan check.
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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Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
The person cooking does not have a food handler card. [CA] All persons that prepare food in the facility must have a food handler card or FSC.
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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Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Observed personal belongings including medicines in several areas of the restaurant stored with food facility items. [CA] Please store all tools and personal belongings separate and below the restaurant items.
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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Food separated and protected
Inspector’s notes
Observed raw meat stored over ready to eat food. [CA] Straws shall be individually wrapped or stored in an enclosed dispenser.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Food storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
The plastic container with the salt is labeled chips. [CA] Correctly label the bulk food containers with the contents.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Plan review
Inspector’s notes
Spoke with the owner on the phone regarding the need to submit to plan check for the items installed such as 3 comp sink and mop sink and for the items that need to be brought up to current approval including the floor, since the change of ownership 3 years ago. We have been requesting the submittal to plan check since the ownership change. The owner stated that he will submit to plan check next week. [CA] This must be done within 7 days.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Feb 13, 2026 · Original Source