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Santa Clara County, CA

Downer Square Bottle Shop

402 Blossom Hill Rd

Last inspected Nov 20, 2025 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.

The full inspection history

3 inspections

Follow-Up Inspection

Nov 20, 2025

Pass

1 recorded violation

criticalCode K23Pests

Official wording

No rodents, insects, birds, or animals

Inspector’s notes

Hot water measured 62F at janitorial 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 (100F). Per PIC, They are unable to provide hot water. [SA] Prepackaged foods only.

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 insects

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Nov 20, 2025 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Nov 18, 2025

Conditional Pass

6 recorded violations

minorCode K32Food source and labeling

Official wording

Food properly labeled and honestly presented

Inspector’s notes

Spam/rice and teas prepackaged at another permitted food facility do not have labels on them. [CA] Food prepackaged in a food facility shall bear a label with the following: 1) common name of the food, 2) list of ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight, 3) quantity of contents, 4) name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor.

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
criticalCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s notes

Hot water at handwash sink measured 67F. Unable to check hot water at janitorial 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 (100F). [SA] All food is prepackaged. However, if hot water is not provided to facility, facility may be subject to closure.

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 problems
minorCode K27Other

Official wording

Food separated and protected

Inspector’s notes

Observed Del Mar Margarita boxes inside restroom. [CA] Remove all food product from restroom. Ensure that no food product is stored in restroom.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode K29Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Inspector’s notes

Observed hot shot and raid insecticide in back storage area. [CA] Only those insecticides, rodenticides, and other pesticides that are necessary and specifically approved for use in a food facility may be used.

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 unsafely
criticalCode K07Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot and cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

Spam and rice for sale on counter. Temperature measured 70F. Per PIC, spam/rice and tea drinks come from ACHA Coffee and Tea located at 3245 Sierra Road, San Jose. Spoke with someone on the phone who brings food over from ACHA. Person on phone stated that spam and rice finished cooking at 10:30am. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. [COS] Spam and rice must be discarded at 2:30pm. Ensure that invoices are provided upon request for items for sale in facility from another permitted facility.

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 K22Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Sewage and wastewater properly disposed

Inspector’s notes

Janitorial sink is completely blocked by boxes etc. Only able to observed the faucet. Mop bucket observed to be stored in restroom. [CA] Clear mop sink and ensure that it is in working order.

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 problems

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Nov 18, 2025 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Nov 1, 2024

Pass

2 recorded violations

criticalCode K06Handwashing

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

Paper towels were not provided in the restroom. [CA] Single-use sanitary towels shall be provided in dispensers at all times during operation. [COS] PIC replaced paper towels.

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 problems
minorCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s notes

Warm water measured 65F after allowing the water to run for several minutes. [CA] Handwashing facilities shall be equipped to provide minimum 100°F water under pressure for a minimum of 15 seconds.

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 problems

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Nov 1, 2024 · Original Source

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