Routine Inspection
Jan 29, 2026
10 recorded violations
Official wording
Permits available
Inspector’s notes
The permit is not available. [CA] The health permit issued by this department shall be posted in a conspicuous place in the food facility.
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 issuesOfficial wording
Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
The reusable glass milk bottles and the reusable milk crates are stored in the restroom. [CA] Discontinue storing these items in the restroom.
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 wording
Adequate ventilation/lighting; designated areas, use
Inspector’s notes
The walk in cooler has both lights out so it is dark inside. [CA] Replace the lights that are out as the walk in must be brightly lit for cleaning, etc.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
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Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Several personal belongings are stored on shelves and on top of food that will be sold to the public. [CA] Store all personal belongings separate. According to the employee she will install lockers.
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 wording
Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
Cardboard is used to line the shelves. [CA] Discontinue lining the shelves with cardboard.
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 wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
There was not any paper towels at the hand sink. [CA] Keep the paper towel dispenser stocked for proper hand washing.
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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Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
The floor inside the walk in cooler has mold/mildew like growth. [CA] Thoroughly clean the floor.
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 wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
Observed flies in the back storage room. [CA] Take effective measures to eliminate the insects from inside the store. Keep the doors closed.
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 wording
Food storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
Food is being stored on the floor inside and outside. [CA] Discontinue storing food on the floor.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Food separated and protected
Inspector’s notes
Personal food items are stored above store food items in the walk in cooler. [CA] Store the personal foods below and/or in a separate area from food for the public.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jan 29, 2026 · Original Source