Follow-Up Inspection
May 20, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, May 20, 2026 · Original Source
Santa Clara County, CA
Hanmaru Korean Cuisine
50 E Dixon Rd
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The full inspection history
4 inspectionsRoutine Inspection
May 8, 2026
Pass
5 recorded violations
minorCode K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
Multiple dead cockroaches observed on the floor at the cookline and prep sink. [Corrective Action] Clean and sanitize areas of dead cockroaches.
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 K21Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Hot and cold water available
Inspector’s notes
1. Hot water at the 3 compartment sink was measured at a maximum temperature of 115 degrees Fahrenheit. [Corrective Action] Ensure hot water is provided at a minimum temperature of 120 degrees Fahrenheit. 2. Hot water pressure at the handwash sink in the restroom was observed weak. [Corrective Action] Ensure adequate hot water pressure.
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 problemsminorCode K27Other
Official wording
Food separated and protected
Inspector’s notes
Observed boxes and containers of food stored directly on the floor in the walk-in freezer, walk-in cooler and the dry storage area. [Corrective Action] Store foods at least 6 inches above the floor on approved shelvings.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode K45Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
Observed separation between stainless steel panel and the wall leaving a gap by the prep sink. Observed gap between metal shelf and wall by the prep sink. [Corrective Action] Seal all gaps.
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 problemsminorCode K06Handwashing
Official wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
Paper towel dispenser at the handwash sink in the kitchen does not dispense paper towels. A loose roll of paper towels was available nearby on the wire rack. [Corrective Action] Ensure paper towel dispenser is properly dispensing paper towels.
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 8, 2026 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Oct 21, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
minorCode K14Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
Grime accumulation inside ice machine. [Corrective Action] Thoroughly clean and sanitize.
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 problemsminorCode K19Food temperature
Official wording
Consumer advisory for raw or undercooked foods
Inspector’s notes
Certain menu items do not specify that they are served undercooked or raw. [Corrective Action] Ensure foods served raw clearly specify that they are served raw or undercooked. Provide a consumer advisory for eating raw or undercooked food may lead to foodborne illness.
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, Oct 21, 2025 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Sep 16, 2025
Pass
5 recorded violations
minorCode K41Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
The ice machine is plumbed to the a drain hole. [Corrective Action] Ensure ice machine is plumbed to a floor sink.
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 problemsminorCode K06Handwashing
Official wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
Broken paper towel dispenser in the kitchen. [Corrective Action] Replace the paper towel dispenser.
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 problemsminorCode K35Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
1. Bone saw does not appear to be NSF/ANSI approved. [Corrective Action] Ensure equipments are NSF/ANSI approved. 2. The 6 burner stove does not appear to have gone through plan check program in this department. [Corrective Action] Submit plans to this department for the use of the 6 burner stove.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesminorCode K44Pests
Official wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Large hole in the corner of the back door. [Corrective Action] Ensure holes are no greater than 1/4 inch to prevent entry 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 K45Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
1. Broken floor tile near the mop sink. [Corrective Action] Repair the floor tile. 2. Missing floor tiles at the cookline by the floor sink. [Corrective Action] Install floor tiles. 3. Cove base in the kitchen is constructed of metal flashing. [Corrective Action] Cove base shall be rounded and continuous from the floor.
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, Sep 16, 2025 · Original Source