Routine Inspection
Jan 26, 2026
9 recorded violations
Official wording
Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
Several household fridges and freezers throughout facility. [CA] New and/or replacement food equipment shall be certified or classified for sanitation by an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited certification program (e.g. NSF, UL EPH, UL Sanitation, CSA Sanitation, or ETL Sanitation).
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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Hot and cold water available
Inspector’s notes
Hot water measured at 107F at 3-comp sink. [CA] Hot water shall be supplied at a minimum temperature of at least 120°F measured from the faucet throughout facility except at handwash sinks.
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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.
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Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
Floors and walls of facility have food and grime build-up. [CA] Walls and/or floors in food preparation area shall be kept clean.
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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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Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips
Inspector’s notes
No test strips were available at time of inspection. [CA] Testing equipment and materials shall be provided to adequately measure the applicable sanitization method used during manual or mechanical warewashing.
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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Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Excessive clutter, broken equipment and unnecessary items throughout facility. [CA] The premises of a food facility shall be free of litter and items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the facility, such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used.
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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 storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
Several food items stored in grocery bags throughout facility. [CA] Use food grade plastic bags to store food items in.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Nonfood contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
Food debris on counter tops and on fridge handles. [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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Food in good condition, safe, unadulterated
Inspector’s notes
Moldy persimmons stored in 2-door upright near front door. [CA] Moldy food shall be removed immediately from use.
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.
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Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
Food containers and cookware stored on the floor of kitchen area. [CA] All cleaned utensils shall be stored in a clean, dry location where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination, and at least six inches above the floor.
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 issuesOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jan 26, 2026 · Original Source