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4 inspections
Routine Inspection
Apr 9, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
minorCode K35Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
Observed leak from inside the two-door food preparation refrigerator onto the floor.
[CA] All Equipment shall be approved, installed properly, meet applicable standards, and be maintained in good repair. Investigate cause and repair in an approved manner.
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.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Apr 9, 2026 · Original Source
Follow-Up Inspection
Feb 12, 2026
Pass
4 recorded violations
minorCode K44Pests
Official wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Unused preparation refrigerator maintained inside the kitchen.
[CA] The premises of a food facility shall be free of litter and items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the facility, such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used.
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.
Accumulation of food debris observed behind the lid of the food preparation refrigerator. Food residue and grime still observed on the doors, gaskets, racks, and on the condensers of the food preparation refrigerator. Accumulation of food debris and grime observed on top of the undercounter dish machine.
[CA] Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other 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.
2 dead cockroaches observed encrusted on the wall behind the two two-door upright refrigerators.
[CA] Clean and sanitize area of dead cockroaches or old droppings.
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.
Accumulation of grime observed on the floors below the three-compartment sink and underneath the undercounter dish machine.
[CA] Walls and/or floors in food preparation area shall be kept clean. Clean under 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.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Feb 12, 2026 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Feb 4, 2026
Closed
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
10 recorded violations
minorCode K09Food temperature
Official wording
Proper cooling methods
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.
Bean sprouts maintained out in ambient temperature measured at 50F.
[CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above.
[COS] Bean sprouts were returned to merchandiser refrigerator.
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.
Heavy accumulation of food debris observed at the corners of top insert of the food preparation refrigerator.
Heavy accumulation of food residues observed on the inside doors of the food preparation refrigerator.
Accumulation of grime observed on and in-between gaskets of all refrigerators.
Sticky residue observed on handles of all refrigerators.
Heavy accumulation of grease and grime on equipment throughout the facility - cooking equipment, mechanical dish washer, etc.
Heavy accumulation of grime observed on the condenser/motor of the food preparation refrigerator.
[CA] Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other 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.
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Unused food preparation refrigerator and other equipment maintained in the facility.
[CA] The premises of a food facility shall be free of litter and items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the facility, such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used.
Employee's purse observed stored on top of bulk ingredient containers.
[CA] No person shall store clothing or personal effects in any area used for the storage and preparation of food or food contact surfaces. Employee's personal effects (cell phone, car keys, and jackets) shall be stored in employee lockers or other designated areas for employee storage.
Janitorial sink is completely obstructed with chest freezer and storage rack placed in front.
[CA] At least one curbed cleaning facility or janitorial sink equipped with hot and cold water and drain shall be provided.
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.
1. Observed Vermin:
- 4+ live German cockroaches observed of different life cycles observed in-between crevices, gaskets, and door hinges of the in-use food preparation refrigerator. Heavy accumulation of cockroach feces observed in said areas.
- Heavy concentration of cockroach feces observed in crevices between the wall mounted shelves and detached FRP along the wall of the kitchen.
2. Photographs: Taken for documentation purposes.
3. Supervisor S. Lew was notified of the closure.
4. Notification: The person in charge during inspection, Pho, has been informed that the facility must close immediately.
[CA]: The premises of each food facility must be maintained free of vermin. A facility cannot operate if there is a vermin infestation that leads to contamination of food contact surfaces, packaging, utensils, food equipment, or adulteration of food. The facility is required to cease operations immediately and must remain closed until all corrective actions on the provided checklist are completed.
Requirements Before Reopening:
1. Email the signed and completed Reopening Checklist to the assigned inspector.
2. Submit a copy of the pest control report from a licensed provider.
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.
Adequate ventilation/lighting; designated areas, use
Inspector’s notes
Lighting observed the ware wash area inoperable.
[CA] In every room and area in which any food is prepared, manufactured, processed or prepackaged or in which equipment or utensils are cleaned, sufficient natural or artificial lighting shall be provided.
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.
Heavy accumulation of grime and food residues observed on walls throughout the facility. Accumulation of cockroaches feces observed in-between the crevices of the wall mounted shelves and wall above the food preparation and ware wash area. Accumulation of grease observed on wall behind the cook line and food preparation area.
Heavy accumulation of debris and grime observed on floors throughout the facility:
- Underneath the three-compartment sink.
- Underneath and around the mechanical dish machine.
- Underneath food preparation refrigerator, upright refrigerators, etc.
[CA] Walls and/or floors in food preparation area shall be kept clean.
Observed holes and crevices on walls throughout the facility.
[CA] Repair holes in structure and maintain in good repair to prevent pest harborage.
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.
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
Five-year Food Safety Certified (FSC) manager certificate unavailable for review. [CA] Food facilities that prepare, handle, or serve non-prepackaged potentially hazard foods shall have a valid Food Safety Certificate available for review at all times.
Employees' three-year food handler cards unavailable for review.
[CA] Each food handler shall maintain a valid food handler card for the duration of his or her employment as food handler. A valid food handler card shall be provided within 30 days of after the date of hire.
** Repeat violation
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.
Tub of raw pork bones maintained on the floor underneath dunnage rack next to mop bucket of dirty mop water and mop.
[CA] All food shall be separated and protected from possible contamination. Food shall be stored at least 6 inches above the floor to prevent contamination.
[COS] Tub of raw pork was relocated into the upright freezer.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Paper towel dispenser inside the only hand wash station in the kitchen is obstructed with bus tub. Paper towels do not appear to have been used for some time.
[CA] Handwashing facility shall be clean, unobstructed, and accessible at all times.
** Repeat violation
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.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Feb 4, 2026 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Dec 16, 2024
Pass
8 recorded violations
minorCode K05Handwashing
Official wording
Hands clean, properly washed; gloves used properly
Inspector’s notes
Observed kitchen employee returning into kitchen don on gloves that were previously used during ware washing.
No contamination of food or food contact surfaces was observed.
[CA] Single-use gloves shall not be washed and reused. Gloves shall be properly used and changed when required.
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.
Sanitizer concentration at the undercounter dish washer measured at 25 ppm.
[CA] Maintain chlorine in mechanical warewash machine at 50 PPM or per manufacturer specifications.
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.
Dead cockroaches observed in the following areas:
- Inside crevices on top of the undercounter dish machine and below the drain board of the food preparation sink.
- On wall between the two two-door upright refrigerators towards the back of the kitchen.
No live or other dead activity was observed. Owner stated that facility is serviced monthly.
One rodent dropping observed on unused plastic shredder maintained on metal rack in front of the lockers. No other signs of rodent activity nor contamination/adulteration of food observed.
[CA] Clean and sanitize area of dead cockroaches or old droppings.
The premises of each food facility shall be kept free of vermin. A food facility shall not operate when there is a vermin infestation that has resulted in the contamination of food contact surfaces, food packaging, utensils, food equipment, or adulteration of food(s). The food facility shall cease operation of the food facility immediately. The food facility shall remain closed until: there is no longer evidence of a vermin infestation; all contaminated surfaces have been cleaned and sanitized; and contributing factors such as cleaning, repairs, and the elimination of harborages have been resolved.
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.
Paper towel dispenser at the only hand wash station in the kitchen is completely obstructed with a plastic bus tub placed in front.
[CA] Handwashing facility shall be clean, unobstructed, and easily accessible at all times.
** Repeat violation - remove obstruction.
Paper towels maintained outside of the dispenser at the hand wash station in the restroom.
[CA] Paper towels shall be stored inside the dispenser to prevent potential contamination.
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.
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
Five-year Food Safety Certified (FSC) manager certificate unavailable for review. [CA] Food facilities that prepare, handle, or serve non-prepackaged potentially hazard foods shall have a valid Food Safety Certificate available for review at all times.
Employees' three-year food handler cards unavailable for review.
[CA] Each food handler shall maintain a valid food handler card for the duration of his or her employment as food handler. A valid food handler card shall be provided within 30 days of after the date of hire.
** Repeat violation - noted on 01/19/2022, 07/06/2022, 03/23/2023, 11/15/2023.
Failure to comply by next routine inspection will result in further enforcement action.
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.
Employee's opened beverage observed stored on preparation counter next to open food.
[CA] No employee shall eat or drink in the food prep, food contact storage, or food storage areas, use designated area.
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips
Inspector’s notes
Facility lacks test strips to measure sanitizer concentration.
[CA] Testing equipment and materials shall be provided to adequately measure the applicable sanitization method used during manual or mechanical warewashing.
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.
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Employee's personal belongings observed stored on top of the chest freezer in the kitchen.
[CA] No person shall store clothing or personal effects in any area used for the storage and preparation of food or food contact surfaces.
Observed janitorial sink completely obstructed with water hose and large pots. Sink appears to have been used for quite some time.
[CA] At least one curbed cleaning facility or janitorial sink equipped with hot and cold water and drain shall be provided.
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.