Santa Clara County, CA

El Grullense Mf

Name: El Grullense Mf
Address: 1175 E Julian St # 5, Santa Clara County, CA

1175 E Julian St # 5

Last inspected Aug 3, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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More issues recentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.

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3 inspections

Routine Inspection

Aug 3, 2026

Pass

4 recorded violations

minorCode K44Pests

Official wording

Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing

Inspector’s notes

FOUND THE MOP STORED INSIDE THE MOP BUCKET. [CA] HANG THE MOP TO AIR DRY. FOUND A CELL PHONE WITH

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

minorCode K36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s notes

FOUND A BOWL BEING USED TO SCOOP THE MEXICAN RICE IN THE WALK IN COOLER. [CA] USE FOOD GRADE WASHABLE SCOOPS WITH A HANDLE AND KEEP THE HANDLE OUTSIDE THE FOOD.

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 issues

minorCode K27Other

Official wording

Food separated and protected

Inspector’s notes

FOUND SEVERAL CONTAINERS WITH FOOD STORED IN THE WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER WITHOUT A COVER. [CA] COVER THE FOOD.L

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

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minorCode K06Handwashing

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

FOUND A COUPLE OF LIDS STORED BEHIND THE FAUCET OF THE HAND WASH SINK. [CA] KEEP THE HAND WASH SINK ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. COS

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.

Oct 21, 2025

Pass

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Oct 21, 2025 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Oct 15, 2025

Conditional Pass

5 recorded violations

minorCode K27Other

Official wording

Food separated and protected

Inspector’s notes

Food containers are left uncovered inside the upright freezer. [CA] Provide lids/covers for all the food containers.

In plain English

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

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minorCode K35Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity

Inspector’s notes

Cardboard lining observed on shelves in kitchen and walk-in cooler. [CA] Discontinue the use of cardboard boxes to line shelves/flooring, use approved equipment made of materials that is easily cleanable, durable, smooth, and nonabsorbent.

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 issues

criticalCode K07Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot and cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

Cooked tripe is stored under flat grill and measures between 110F - 112F; per cook, food was cooked about 2 hours before inspection. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. Cook to discard meat after 2 hours.

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 K13Contamination

Official wording

Food in good condition, safe, unadulterated

Inspector’s notes

Debris observed on top of ice scoop. No contamination of ice observed. [CA] Wash, rinse and sanitize ice scoop prior to using.

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 contamination

criticalCode K09Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cooling methods

Inspector’s notes

Large pot of cooked beans is sitting inside a large bucket of water. Per cook, the beans were cooked the night before; beans measure 68F - 74F (middle). [CA] After heating or hot holding, Potentially Hazardous Foods (PHFs) shall be cooled rapidly from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours. Approved cooling methods include: 1) Placing the food in shallow pans 2) Separating the food into thinner or smaller portions. 3) Using rapid cooling equipment (Ex. blast chiller) 4) Using containers that facilitate heat transfer (ex. stainless steel) 5) Adding ice as an ingredient. 6) Using ice paddles 7) Using an ice bath and stirring frequently 8) Accordance with a HACCP plan. Cooling foods shall have enough space around the containers for cold air to circulate, be loosely covered, or uncovered and stirred as frequently needed to evenly cool. [COS] Beans were voluntarily discarded - see VC&D.