Routine Inspection
Oct 7, 2025
6 recorded violations
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
1. Old rodent droppings observed on unused food slicer at side ware-house storage area. Operations Manager stated food slicer is going to be discarded. 2. A small and large fly observed at cook line. No direct contamination observed. Pest control report from Terminix on 07/11/2025 was provided. Report stated no vermin sightings. Pest control service is conducted quarterly. [CA]: Eliminate evidence of rodent droppings and flies in a safe, effective and legal manner. Ensure food and food contact surfaces are protected from possible contamination at all times. Continue to follow pest control service recommendations and monitor for vermin activity. Seal all cracks, crevices, and gaps under any exterior doors to prevent entry and harborage of vermin.
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.
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Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
Drip leak observed from the left basin of the 3 comp sink. Leak being collected in a plastic bin. [CA]: Repair 3 comp sink and remove leak.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
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Food storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
1. Multiple open bags of food stored on shelving racks at dry storage area. [CA]: All open bags of dry food shall be transferred or stored in food grade containers and covered with a fitted lid. 2. Multiple containers of food stored directly on the floor within the walk in coolers and walk in freezer. [CA]: Food shall be stored at least 6 inches elevated from the floor on approved shelving that is easily cleanable (ex. Dunnage racks)
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
Some ceiling panels in disrepair at the back area where the rear walk in cooler is. [CA]: Repair/replace ceiling panels.
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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Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
Two food handler training certificates are expired. [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.
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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Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
*REPEAT VIOLATION* Hand sink next to 3 comp sink did not have single use towels and hand soap in the dispensers. Hand sink nearby with single use towels and hand soap observed. [CA]: Dispensers at hand sink stations must remain supplied with hand soap and single use towels at all times to facilitate proper hand washing. [COS/SA]: Employee provided single use towels in the dispenser. Hand soap pump provided at hand sink due to dispenser in disrepair.
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.
More about handwashing problemsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Oct 7, 2025 · Original Source