Routine Inspection
Apr 1, 2026
6 recorded violations
Official wording
Wiping cloths: properly used, stored
Inspector’s notes
Observed used wiping towel on table top. [CA] Used wiping towels must be in sanitizer between each use or in the dirty bin.
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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Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
The clean lids are stored in a soiled bin. [CA] Store clean items in a clean container.
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.
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Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
The plastic cutting boards are deteriorated with plastic pieces coming off of them. [CA] Replace the deteriorated cutting boards. The refrigerator next to the soup has the door gaskets hanging off. [CA] Repair the refrigerator door gaskets.
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.
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Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
The employee making sandwiches did not have a food handler card. [CA] All food employees shall have adequate knowledge of, and shall be properly trained in, food safety as it relates to their assigned duties.
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.
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Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
The caulk in the dish washing area has become soiled and turned black. [CA] Remove the black soiled caulk from the wall.
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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Adequate ventilation/lighting; designated areas, use
Inspector’s notes
The light bulb in the walk in is very dim. The dimness is almost as there is no light bulb in there at all. More light is required in the walk in refrigerator. [CA] Replace the bulb so that it is brightly lit in the walk in.
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.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Apr 1, 2026 · Original Source