Routine Inspection
Nov 6, 2025
5 recorded violations
Official wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
Hand wash sink in kitchen lacks liquid hand cleanser. [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.
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Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
Drain pipe extends into the floor sink at the food preparation sink. [CA] Food preparation sink shall discharge liquid waste by means of indirect waste pipes into a floor sink or other approved type of receptor equipped with a minimum 1" air gap.
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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Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
Ambient temperature of walk-in refrigerator measured at 56F.[CA] Refrigeration must be capable of maintaining PHFs at 41°F or below.
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.
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Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
Final rinse at mechanical dishwasher measured at 151F. [CA] Ensure mechanical warewashing equipment is installed and operated using manufacturers specifications.
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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Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
Various PHF held in walk-in refrigerator measured >41F,<135F,>4hrs. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. [SA] Per PIC PHF held in refrigerator for >4 hrs. PIC voluntarily condemned and destroyed PHF held in refrigerator due to temperature abuse.
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, Nov 6, 2025 · Original Source