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Santa Clara County, CA

El Rico Pan

231 Willow St

Last inspected Feb 9, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.

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2 inspections

Routine Inspection

Feb 9, 2026

Pass

4 recorded violations

minorCode K32Food source and labeling

Official wording

Food properly labeled and honestly presented

Inspector’s notes

In the front display cooler, multiple prepackaged food items are lacking proper labels. (Gelatina, flan, cake slices) [CA] Food prepackaged in a food facility shall bear a label that complies with the labeling requirements prescribed by the Sherman Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Law, Part 5 and label information shall include: 1. The common name of the food. 2. If made from two or more ingredients, a list of ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight, including a declaration of artificial color or flavor and chemical preservatives, if contained in the food. 3. An accurate declaration of the quantity of contents. 4. The 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
minorCode K27Other

Official wording

Food separated and protected

Inspector’s notes

Raw shell eggs stored above ready to eat food. [CA] All food shall be separated and protected from cross-contamination. Store all raw meat or other raw products of animal origin below ready-to-eat food items.

In plain English

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

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minorCode K01Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

Inspector’s notes

Employee food handler certificates not available for review. [CA] Ensure food handler certificates are available for review at all times.

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 issues
minorCode K06Handwashing

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

Back hand washing sink obstructed during inspection. [CA] Hand washing sink shall be clean, unobstructed, and accessible at all times. [COS] Food employee removed items blocking hand wash sink.

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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Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Feb 9, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Dec 9, 2024

Pass

4 recorded violations

minorCode K45Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

Heavy accumulation of debris throughout the facility. [CA] Walls and/or floors in food preparation area shall be kept clean. Regularly clean under cooking equipment to prevent accumulation of 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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minorCode K32Food source and labeling

Official wording

Food properly labeled and honestly presented

Inspector’s notes

Flan cups, gello cups and sliced cakes are individually prepackaged without labels and stored in the glass door refrigerator directly available to customers. [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
minorCode K07Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot and cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

The following PHFs were measured at improper holding temperatures (between 44F-46F). Held inside the prep refrigerator : Ham, cheese, sliced tomatoes, sliced turkey. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above.

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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minorCode K27Other

Official wording

Food separated and protected

Inspector’s notes

Raw shelled eggs stored directly above ready to eat foods inside the walk refrigerator. [CA] All food shall be separated and protected from cross-contamination. Store all raw meat or other raw products of animal origin below ready-to-eat food items.

In plain English

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

More about other finding

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Dec 9, 2024 · Original Source

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