Follow-Up Inspection
Aug 19, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 19, 2025 · Original Source
Santa Clara County, CA
Dough Zone Dumpling House
1701 Lundy Av 100
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6 inspectionsRoutine Inspection
Aug 18, 2025
Closed
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
1 recorded violation
criticalCode K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
Observed cockroaches in the following locations: - 1 live nymph on a lower shelf which held stacked clean dishes in the cooking area (nymph was crawling quickly across the shelf and under/behind dishes) - 1 live nymph crawling quickly on the floor directly underneath the dishwasher - 1 live adult on the floor in front of the 3-compartment sink - 1 deceased nymph on the floor right of the prep refrigerator across from the cookline [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. THE FACILITY WAS CLOSED. See notes below.
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, Aug 18, 2025 · Original Source
Follow-Up Inspection
Aug 13, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 13, 2025 · Original Source
Follow-Up Inspection
Aug 11, 2025
Closed
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
1 recorded violation
criticalCode K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
Observed cockroaches in the following locations: - 2 live cockroaches on the floor in the cooking area - 3-4 live cockroaches, mostly nymphs, on the floor under the 3-compartment sink/dishwashing machine - 1 dead cockroach on the floor under a shelf inside the dry storage room [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. FACILITY WAS CLOSED. See notes below.
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, Aug 11, 2025 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Aug 5, 2025
Conditional Pass
11 recorded violations
minorCode K29Chemicals
Official wording
Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector’s notes
Quaternary ammonia solution dispenser at 3-compartment sink measured at 400ppm. The user instructions on bottle stated to use at a concentration of 200 ppm. [CA] Adjust dispenser so that quat ammonia mixes to 200ppm.
In plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
More about chemicals stored or used unsafelyminorCode K44Pests
Official wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Apron was laying on food storage shelves next to ingredients. [CA] No person shall store clothing or personal effects in any area used for the storage and preparation of food or food contact surfaces.
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 insectscriticalCode K07Food temperature
Official wording
Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
Milk tea in 3-door under counter cooler near cash register measured at 50F and 49F. Per operator, milk tea was placed in unit approximately 3 hours prior to measurement. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below. [SA] Milk tea was moved to walk-in cooler.
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 temperatureminorCode K35Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
1. One 3-door under counter cooler across from cook-line had an ambient temperature that measured 54F. A Second 3-door under counter cooler near cash register had an ambient temperature that measured 52F.[CA] Refrigeration must be capable of maintaining PHFs at 41°F or below. 2. 3- door under counter cooler across from cook-line had plastic bags lining shelves. Shelving under stove had plastic taped to it [CA] Discontinue the use of plastic bags to line shelves.
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 issuesminorCode K40Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping cloths: properly used, stored
Inspector’s notes
Sanitizer in wiping cloth bucket measured at 0ppm. [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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode K34Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips
Inspector’s notes
No testing strips for the quaternary ammonia were available at time of inspection. [CA] Provide quaternary ammonia test strips.
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 problemsminorCode K41Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
1. The 3-compartment sink's main faucet handle was extremely loose. [CA] Repair faucet handle. 2. Dishwasher drain pipe extended into floor sink. [CA] Maintain a minimum 1-inch air gap between the drain pipe and the top of the floor sink.
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 problemsminorCode K33Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
1. Gaskets to 2-door freezer had black residue and food debris accumulated on surface. 2. Accumulation of grease and food debris under cooking equipment. [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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode K47Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
Signs posted; last inspection report available
Inspector’s notes
The last inspection report was not available on-site during inspection. [CA] A copy of the most recent routine inspection report conducted to assess compliance with this part shall be maintained at the food facility and made available upon request.
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 issuescriticalCode K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
One live cockroach ran out from under the stove at the cook-line. No other vermin activity was observed at time of inspection. PIC showed pest control reports from 5/5/2025. [CA] Maintain premises free of vermin. [COS] Cockroach was abated on site. Recommended to PIC to schedule more frequent pest control visits to prevent further issues, instead of maintaining the current three month schedule.
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 insectsminorCode K36Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
1. Bowls used as scoops in bulk ingredients near dry storage. [CA] Discontinue the use of bowls as scoops. Use scoops with handles and store scoops so handles do not touch food. 2. Spoon to mix cooked noodles was stored in water that measured 71F. [CA] Utensils shall be stored in the following manner: 1) in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container, 2) in running water, 3) in a container of water at 135°F or above, 4) at room temperature if washed within 4 hours of initial use.
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, Aug 5, 2025 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Oct 15, 2024
Pass
3 recorded violations
minorCode K14Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
Inside the ice machine: observed reddish mold-like substance on the metal panel. Ice was not in contact with the substance. [CA] Keep ice machine clean.
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 problemsminorCode K41Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
1) Observed the 3-compartment sink's main faucet handle was extremely loose. [CA] Repair faucet handle. 2) Under the 3-compartment sink/dishwasher area: observed drain pipe extended into floor sink. [CA] Maintain a minimum 1-inch air gap between the drain pipe and the top of the floor sink.
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 problemsminorCode K06Handwashing
Official wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
Observed 3 kitchen handwash sinks were partially obstructed: - In frontmost prep area: observed large container of chopsticks was placed inside the handwash sink - Near cookline: observed paper towel roll was stored inside handwash sink - Near warewashing area: observed a large mop bucket was stored in front of the sink [CA] Do not obstruct handwash sinks and do not place any items inside handwash sinks. Handwash facilities must be available to make handwashing not only possible, but likely.
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.
More about handwashing problemsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Oct 15, 2024 · Original Source