Routine Inspection
Mar 31, 2026
7 recorded violations
Official wording
Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
Numerous PHF items maintained at the top inserts of the food preparation refrigerator measured at 41F at the bottom to 45F the top. PHF items were maintained above the load limit of the refrigerator. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. Discontinue storing PHF items above the load limit.
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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Nonfood contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
Heavy accumulation of food residue observed on refrigerator doors, door handles, and gaskets. [CA] Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
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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Time as a public health control; procedures & records
Inspector’s notes
Container of grilled meats subjected to time as a public health control (TPHC) were not labeled. All other items subjected to TPHC were properly labeled. Employee stated that they had ran out of labels. [CA] When time only, rather than time and temperature is used as a public health control, PHFs shall be time marked to indicate when item is removed from temperature control, discarded if not consumed or served within 4 hours, and written procedures shall be readily available for review. [COS] Items were VC&D by employee.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
Hand wash station in the first restroom lacked paper towels. Second hand wash station in separate restroom available. [CA] Handwashing facilities shall be equipped with handwashing cleanser and single-use sanitary towels in dispensers. Ensure hand soap and paper towels are easily accessible and readily available at all times. [COS] Employee refilled dispenser with towels.
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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Adequate ventilation/lighting; designated areas, use
Inspector’s notes
Observed gas powered rice cooker maintained by the water heater. [CA] Provide approved exhaust hood ventilation over all cooking equipment as required to effectively remove cooking odors, smoke, steam, grease, heat, and vapors. Relocate rice cooker.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
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No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
Observed two live German cockroaches inside the cracked grout by the coved base tile to the left of the two-door upright freezer by the rear of the facility. Per manager, facility is serviced monthly with the last treatment on 3/21/2026. Pest control report was provided for review upon request. [CA]: The premises of each food facility must be maintained free of vermin. A facility cannot operate if there is a vermin infestation that leads to contamination of food contact surfaces, packaging, utensils, food equipment, or adulteration of food. The facility is required to cease operations immediately and must remain closed until all corrective actions on the provided checklist are completed. [COS] Live cockroaches were abated and area sanitized.
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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Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Observed gap below the screen door in the back of the facility. [CA] Eliminate gap greater than 1/4" 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 insectsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Mar 31, 2026 · Original Source