Routine Inspection
Aug 11, 2025
4 recorded violations
Official wording
Nonfood contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
Observed accumulation of coffee grounds and debris on the the counter-top directly underneath the espresso machine, and on the shelving below the front counter. [CA] Ensure all non-food contact surfaces are frequently cleaned and maintained to prevent harborage of vermin.
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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Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
At the front counter coffee prep area, observed renovation of floors occurring and an unapproved non-commercial flooring installed (appears to be vinyl or laminate wood flooring). Observed cracks and crevices around the installed flooring. [CA] Ensure only approved flooring is installed in the food prep areas. Flooring shall be installed with an approved cove base. Seal all cracks and crevices to prevent possible harborage of vermin.
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
Food safety manager's certificate was unavailable upon request. Two employee food handler cards were expired. [CA] Ensure at least one food safety manager's certificate is obtained and posted for review. All other employees that handle food shall obtain food handler cards. Keep copies of food handler cards on-site fro review.
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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Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
In the ice machine, observed slight accumulation on the inner panel. [CA] Ensure inner panel of the ice machine is cleaned and sanitized to prevent possible contamination of food (ice).
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 record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 11, 2025 · Original Source