Routine Inspection
Apr 1, 2026
7 recorded violations
Official wording
Wiping cloths: properly used, stored
Inspector’s notes
Observed wiping cloths stored on top of food preparation counters while not in use. [CA] Wiping towels shall be stored in sanitizing solution of an approved concentration when not in use (100 ppm - chlorine, 200 ppm - quaternary ammonium).
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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Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
Eggs next to stove measured 74F. Per PIC, they were brought out 1 hour and 15 min prior to temperature measurement. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. [COS] PIC returned the eggs to refrigeration.
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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No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
Observed small black flies that appeared to be fruit flies in the back preparation area. [CA] Food facility shall be kept free of non-disease carrying insects, weevils, ants, gnats, and fruit flies.
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 many pieces of unused equipment in 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.
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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Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
Handwash sink by three compartment sink was blocked by plastic containers and plastic apron. [CA] Ensure that handwash sink remains available for use at all times during operation.
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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Food storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
Observed many open containers of bulk food items throughout the facility. [CA] Store open bulk foods in approved NSF containers with tight fitting lids.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
Bakery preparation area has expanded to back area that does not have approved finished for food storage, food preparation etc. [CA] [CA] Ceilings of all rooms where nonprepackaged food is handled shall be smooth, of durable construction, and of nonabsorbent material that is easily cleanable. The floor surfaces shall be smooth, of durable construction, and of nonabsorbent material that is easily cleanable. Walls shall be of smooth, durable and easily cleanable material. Facility must submit plans to this department by 05/01/2026 to bring baking area into compliance. Facility must complete work by 07/01/2026.
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 record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Apr 1, 2026 · Original Source