Routine Inspection
May 28, 2025
6 recorded violations
Official wording
Hot and cold water available
Inspector’s notes
Hot water at the three-compartment sink and food preparation sink measured at 113F max. [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. Warm water at the left side hand wash station inside the women's restroom measured at 95F. [CA] Handwashing facilities shall be equipped to provide minimum 100°F water under pressure for a minimum of 15 seconds.
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 wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Employees food items commingled with facility offered food and beverages. Employee stated that all items are for employees when they have gatherings and parties. [CA] Provide designated location for employee to store personal food and beverages, separated and protected from food offered for the public.
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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Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
Heavy accumulation of grime and debris observed on floors especially underneath the food preparation sink, three-compartment sink, and ice machine. [CA] Walls and/or floors in food preparation area shall be kept clean. Regularly 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial wording
Food separated and protected
Inspector’s notes
Numerous cases of prepackaged food and beverages maintained directly on the floor inside the kitchen. [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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Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector’s notes
Observed gallon spray container of insecticide maintained on the floor below the food preparation sink. Observed spray can of ant and roach spray maintained on the floor below the employee locker inside the kitchen. [CA] Only those insecticides, rodenticides, and other pesticides that are necessary and specifically approved for use in a food facility may be used.
In plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
More about chemicals stored or used unsafelyOfficial wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
The only hand wash sink was completely obstructed with plastic containers maintained inside the wash basin. Numerous cases of prepackaged food items were placed on the floor in front of the hand wash station as well. [CA] Handwashing facility shall be clean, unobstructed, and accessible at all times. [COS] Obstructions in hand wash basin were removed. *** Repeat violation*** Left hand soap dispenser at the women's restroom observed inoperable. [CA] Provide handwashing cleanser in dispenser at handwash stations at all times.
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, May 28, 2025 · Original Source