Follow-Up Inspection
Sep 22, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Sep 22, 2026 · Original Source
Santa Clara County, CA
Five Spice Indian Grocery
680 River Oaks Py Ste P
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5 inspectionsFollow-Up Inspection
Sep 11, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
minorCode K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
Observed dried droppings in metal "stands" of the produce display and a few on top of the walk-in cooler. Also observed a large gap near the top of the ceiling above the walk-in cooler. [CA] Clean up droppings, sanitize, close/seal gaps.
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 record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Sep 11, 2026 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Sep 9, 2026
Closed
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
4 recorded violations
minorCode K48Other
Official wording
Plan review
Inspector’s notes
Facility has added a countertop steam table, a countertop hot holding case, and a rice cooker without obtaining approval from Santa Clara County Environmental Health. Observed open foods being stored in the unit, portioned and sold. Per staff, food is delivered daily from Royal Haveli. [CA] Submit plans for the addition of equipment to DEH Plan Check. Facility shall cease and desist all sale of foods stored in the units until approval is obtained from this Department. Permit category may be re-evaluated.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode K44Pests
Official wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Observed the front doors maintained open. [CA] Keep doors closed to prevent the intrusion of vermin into the facility.
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 insectscriticalCode K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
*THIRD REPEAT VIOLATION* 1. Observed Vermin: Documented in the following areas: - Numerous (100+) fresh rodent droppings on the floor underneath/along the entirety of the aisle where open produce is stored. In the same area, along the floor underneath the produce aisle, observed 5+ gnawed vegetables - 10+ dried rodent droppings underneath multiple shelving units at the grocery aisles Per the owners, they have changed pest control companies 3 times in an attempt to combat the ongoing issue with rodents. Recent pest control service report conducted by Ecoguard was provided for review. 2. Photographs: Taken for documentation purposes. 3. Supervisor Notified: S. Lew 4. Notification: The people in charge during inspection, Ashok and Muskaan, have 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.
More about signs of rodents or insectscriticalCode K07Food temperature
Official wording
Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
In the countertop steam table at the back corner of the facility, chicken curry, daal makhani, chickpeas, and curries measured between 121F and 132F. Steam table setting observed set to low. In the same area, in a countertop rice cooker, rice measured 124F. Per staff, items had been delivered from "Royal Haveli" approximately 45 minutes prior. [CA] Potentially hazardous foods shall be held at 41F or below, or at 135F or above to prevent the growth of bacteria. *Note: See K48m: Plan Review
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, Sep 9, 2026 · Original Source
Follow-Up Inspection
Sep 11, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Sep 11, 2025 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Sep 10, 2025
Closed
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
6 recorded violations
minorCode K44Pests
Official wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
*REPEAT VIOLATIONS* 1. Large amounts of boxes of food are stored in a cluttered manner in the back food storage room. [CA] Clear out and organize back storage room to prevent the harborage of vermin, and to facilitate easier cleaning. 2. Front doors maintained open. [CA] Keep front doors closed to prevent the entrance 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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsminorCode K30Other
Official wording
Food storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
Numerous instances of food in containers being stored on the floor throughout the dry storage room and in the produce aisle of the store. [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.
More about other findingcriticalCode K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
*REPEAT VIOLATION* 1. Rodent droppings observed in the following areas: - 5+ fresh droppings next to green milk crates to the side of the bread rack in the grocery section - 3+ old droppings underneath the dry storage racks next to multiple rodent bait stations and a snaptrap in the grocery section - 15+ fresh droppings throughout the back, dry storage room, including on top of food boxes, on wooden pallets, on the floor, and on green metal support girders - 30+ fresh and old droppings on the floor behind the PVC pipe underneath the produce display/refrigeration - 5+ old droppings underneath the dessert display cooler in the back of the store - 4+ fresh droppings next to a green milk crate directly underneath the prep sink in the back dishwashing area 2. Photographs: Taken for documentation purposes. 3. Supervisor Notified: J. Rubingh 4. Notification: The person in charge during inspection, Muskaan, 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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsminorCode K32Food source and labeling
Official wording
Food properly labeled and honestly presented
Inspector’s notes
Several food items are missing proper components of labeling requirements in the dessert display cooler in the back. [CA] Food prepackaged in a food facility shall bear a label with the following: 1) common name of the food, 2) list of ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight, 3) quantity of contents, 4) name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor.
In plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemscriticalCode K07Food temperature
Official wording
Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
Cheese in the back prep fridge upper inserts measured 51F-52F. Per the PIC, cheese was placed into the unit 3 hours prior. Note: PIC states that cheese is for the preparation of wraps. See the "Notes" section under "Comments" [CA] Potentially hazardous foods shall be held at or below 41F to prevent the growth of bacteria. [COS] PIC relocated cheese to lower prep unit (ambient 41F). ____________ Minor violation: Paneer, milk, eggs, and yogurt measured 46-48F in the walk-in cooler and front, reach-through area. Per the PIC, the walk-in cooler thermometer had been reading 41F less than 2 hours prior. [CA] Potentially hazardous foods shall be held at or below 41F to prevent the growth of bacteria. [COS] PIC turned down the temperature of the walk-in cooler.
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 temperatureminorCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Hot and cold water available
Inspector’s notes
Water at the three compartment dishwashing sink measured 114F-115F while fluctuating. [CA] Hot water shall be supplied at a minimum temperature of at least 120°F measured from the faucet throughout facility except at handwash sinks.
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Sep 10, 2025 · Original Source