Santa Clara County, CA
739 Morse Av
Last inspected Sep 1, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗
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Routine Inspection
1 recorded violation
Food storage: food storage containers identified
Lack of labels for bulk dry ingredient bins. [CA] Label with name ( rice, flour).
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, Sep 1, 2026 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
2 recorded violations
Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
1) 3 door upright cooler in front observed to be broken [CA] Repair cooler and maintain in operation condition.
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 issuesPremises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Vacuum sealer and upright rotisserie ovens observed to be in facility and unapproved for use. Per operator they will be removing both items from facility eventually [CA] Remove unused equipment and keep facility free of clutter.
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 insectsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Feb 26, 2026 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
3 recorded violations
Signs posted; last inspection report available
The current Environmental Health permit was not posted on public view. [CA] The most current Environmental Health permit must be posted on public view at all the time. A copy of the most recent inspection report was not found on file. [CA] Copy of the most recent inspection report must be kept on file and should be given to anyone for review upon request.
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 issuesNo rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Couple of drain flies were observed in the preparation area and some in the front dining area. [CA] Eliminate all insects and rodents from the facility by a legal method.
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 insectsWiping cloths: properly used, stored
A couple of wet/soiled wiping cloths were stored on the counters. [CA] Wet/soiled wiping cloths must be stored in a bucket that has standard sanitizer concentration in between use which is 200 ppm quaternary ammonia or 100 ppm chlorine (bleach).
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 problemsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Sep 9, 2025 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
6 recorded violations
Food storage: food storage containers identified
In the dry storage room, on the last shelf of the rack, a bulk bag of wheat flour was found open. [CA] Store open bulk foods in approved NSF containers with tight fitting lids.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingThermometers provided, accurate
The Walk in Cooler & 2 Door Upright Freezer in the facility lack thermometers. [CA] A thermometer +/- 2°F shall be provided and correctly located in each hot and cold holding unit containing potentially hazardous foods.
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 issuesEquipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
The high temperature dishwasher is not sanitizing dishes with water at 160°F minimum. [CA] Ensure to maintain equipment in good repair. Service the machine.
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 issuesFood contact surfaces clean, sanitized
2ND REPEAT VIOLATION: In the kitchen area, at the dishwasher, hot water was measured at 143°F while actively ware washing. [CA] Mechanical sanitization shall be accomplished in the final sanitizing rinse by achieving a utensil surface temperature of 160°F (or manufacturer's instruction). [COS] Dishes remained in the machine while inspector investigated if the dishwasher was working. During one of the dishwasher runs temperature reached 166°F. Dishwasher seems to not measure at 160°F consistently. Several runs were done and resulted in the following: 143°F 158°F 166°F 157°F 161.9°F 156.8°F 156.6°F [SA] Manually wash, rinse, and sanitize dishes in the three compartment sink until the machine has been serviced. This is the second repeat violation. Failure to correct and comply may result in further enforcement actions from this department.
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 problemsPlan review
1. Facility has installed the proposed rotisserie ovens submitted in SR0873705 without final plan check approval. Note: Facility was able to provide the plan check approval letter. [CA] Contact this department to schedule the final inspection. A reactivation fee may be required to reactivate the plan review process. 2. The facility has a new blast chiller in the front kitchen area that has been installed without plan check approval. 3. In the office there is a VacMaster vacuum chamber. Per PIC, they do not use it for the school operation yet. [CA] A person proposing to build or remodel a food facility shall submit plans and specifications for review and shall receive plan approval prior to starting any new construction or remodeling. Contact DEH at 408-918-3400 or at www.ehinfo.org to obtain plan check requirements.
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More about other findingFood separated and protected
In the walk in cooler, on the left shelf, a pack of raw eggs was found stored above ready to eat foods (apple sauces). [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.
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, Jan 30, 2025 · Original Source