Routine Inspection
May 28, 2026
7 recorded violations
Official wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Personal items stored on food shelves. [CA] No person shall store clothing or personal effects in any area used for the storage and preparation of food or food contact surfaces.
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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Nonfood contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
Accumulation of grease on equipment handles. [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.
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Plan review
Inspector’s notes
Self service cold holding unit in dining area added without plan approval. [CA] Submit plans and specifications for review. Contact EH at 408-918-3400 or at https://deh.santaclaracounty.gov/food-and-retail/compliance-retail-food-operations/submit-plan-review-restaurants-grocery-stores-and#plan to obtain plan check requirements.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
Leak in the mop sink faucet. [CA] Repair plumbing fixture and maintain in clean and good repair.
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
Boxed food stored directly on the floor in the dry storage area. [CA] Food shall be stored at least 6 inches above the floor to prevent contamination.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
Mold like substance buildup inside the ice machine. [CA] Clean and sanitize more frequently.
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
Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
PHFs held on shelves at preparation area measured between 55F-66F : 3 types of raw tripe, raw tofu. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. [COS] Employee discarded PHFs in refuse bin.
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, May 28, 2026 · Original Source