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Daeho Kalbijjim & Beef Soup

217 W Calaveras Bl

Last inspected Sep 29, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.

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3 inspections

Routine Inspection

Sep 29, 2026

Pass

4 recorded violations

minorCode K26Food temperature

Official wording

Approved thawing methods used; frozen food

Inspector’s notes

Observed calamari defrosting in water. [Corrective Action] Frozen potentially hazardous food shall only be thawed in one of the following ways: 1) under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F or below, 2) completely submerged under potable running water for a period not to exceed two hours at a water temperature of 70°F or below, and with sufficient water velocity to agitate and flush off loose particles into the sink drain, 3) in a microwave oven if immediately followed by immediate preparation, 4) as part of a cooking process.

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
minorCode K45Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

1. Damaged flooring throughout kitchen. [Corrective Action] Maintain floors in good condition. 2. Damaged walls by the 2 door prep cooler, 2 compartment prep sink, and wall area above the water heater. [Corrective Action] Maintain walls in good condition.

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode K36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s notes

Observed cardboards used to line shelving in the dry storage room. [Corrective Action] Discontinue using cardboards to line shelving. Use material that is durable, smooth and easily cleanable.

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.

More about equipment or utensil issues
minorCode K01Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

Inspector’s notes

Employee Food Handler's Cards were not available for review. [Corrective Action] Ensure employee Food Handler's Cards are readily available for review.

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.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Sep 29, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Mar 25, 2026

Pass

4 recorded violations

criticalCode K07Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot and cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

MAJOR. Beef ribs in the metal container on the cutting board of the 3 door prep cooler was measured at 76 degrees Fahrenheit. Per PIC, the beef ribs have been sitting out for about three hours. [Corrective Action] Maintain Potentially Hazardous Foods at or below 41 degrees Fahrenheit. [Suitable Alternative] The staff will eat the rest for lunch. MINOR. White rice in the hot box #1 was measured at 130 degrees Fahrenheit. [Corrective Action] Maintain hot Potentially Hazardous Foods at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit.

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
minorCode K45Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

Broken flooring and thin floor grout observed throughout the kitchen and walk-in cooler. [Corrective Action] Maintain floors in good condition.

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode K06Handwashing

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

Observed handwash sinks partially blocked. [Corrective Action] Handwash sinks shall be easily accessible at all times.

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 K01Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

Inspector’s notes

Employee's Food Handler's Cards were not available for review. [Corrective Action] Food Handler's Card shall be readily available for review.

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.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Mar 25, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Jun 26, 2025

Pass

2 recorded violations

minorCode K36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s notes

The handle of the ice scoop observed in direct contact with the ice in the ice machine. [Corrective Action] Store scoop in a clean dry area or store scoop so that the handle does not touch ice.

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.

More about equipment or utensil issues
minorCode K38Facility maintenance

Official wording

Adequate ventilation/lighting; designated areas, use

Inspector’s notes

A portion of the baffle observed improperly installed in the exhaust hood at the cookline. [Corrective Action] Properly install the baffle.

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.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jun 26, 2025 · Original Source

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