Routine Inspection
Nov 27, 2024
5 recorded violations
Official wording
Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
In the downstairs storage room, observed an unapproved flooring installed. [CA] Ensure an approved flooring is installed in areas with food storage. Floors shall be smooth, durable, an easily cleanable.
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 problemsOfficial wording
Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
At the bar area, observed drain pipes extending into the floor sink, and a flexible pipe draining onto the floor. [CA] Ensure wastewater properly disposed. All drain pipes shall be installed with a 1 inch air gap between the top of the floor sink and the bottom of the pipe.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsOfficial wording
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
Food handler cards unavailable for review. [CA] Ensure all employees that handle food obtain valid food handler cards. Food handler cards shall be available in the facility 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 issuesOfficial wording
Food in good condition, safe, unadulterated
Inspector’s notes
At the ice machine, observed mold-like growth on the inner panel. [CA] Ensure inner panel of the ice machine is frequently cleaned and sanitized to prevent possible contamination of food (ice).
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationOfficial wording
Food storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
In the dry storage room, observed open bags of dry food including lentils and spices. [CA] Ensure all open bags of dry food are immediately transferred to food grade containers and covered with a fitted lid.
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, Nov 27, 2024 · Original Source