Follow-Up Inspection
Sep 18, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Sep 18, 2025 · Original Source
Santa Clara County, CA
Himalayan Magic Masala
1600 Saratoga Av Ste 203
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Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
5 inspectionsRoutine Inspection
Sep 16, 2025
Closed
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
8 recorded violations
minorCode K33Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
Accumulation of standing water and debris inside the floor sinks in the kitchen. [CA] Frequently clean and sanitize nonfood contact surfaces to prevent the accumulation of debris and standing water.
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 K01Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
Food Safety certificate for Managers and employee food handler cards are not available for review. [CA] Food facilities that prepare, handle, or serve non-prepackaged potentially hazard foods shall have at least one valid Food Safety Certificate available. Employees that handles, prepares, or serves food shall have a valid food handler card available within 30 days from their date of hire.
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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesminorCode K40Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping cloths: properly used, stored
Inspector’s notes
Wiping towel was observed used, reused, and stored on food prep surface. [CA] Wiping towels shall be stored in sanitizing solution of an approved concentration when not in use (100 ppm - chlorine, 200 ppm - quaternary ammonium).
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 problemscriticalCode K05Handwashing
Official wording
Hands clean, properly washed; gloves used properly
Inspector’s notes
Improper handwashing practice observed. Employee changed bag for trash bin, wiped down counter, and did not wash their hands. [CA] Employee shall properly wash their hands with warm water, soap, and single-use paper towels prior to handling food. [COS] Employee was stopped and asked to properly wash hands before contamination food or food contact surfaces.
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 K30Other
Official wording
Food storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
Containers of food observed stored on the floor inside the walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer. [CA] Food shall be stored a minimum of 6 inches off the floor.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingcriticalCode K14Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
Facility did not have any form of sanitizer available onsite for proper cleaning of food contact equipment and surfaces. [CA] Manual sanitization shall be accomplished by contacting a chlorine solution of 100 PPM concentration for at least 30 seconds or by contacting a quaternary ammonium solution of 200 PPM concentration for at least 60 seconds. [COS] Employee obtained a container of bleach to use for chlorine sanitizer.
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 K44Pests
Official wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Back door of kitchen is kept open at time of inspection. [CA] Keep back door closed when not in use 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 insectscriticalCode K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
1. Observed Vermin: Documented in the following areas: - Two live adult cockroaches behind the front counter - One dead cockroach observed inside the drawer cooler. 2. Photographs: Taken for documentation purposes. 3. Supervisor Notified: Suzanne Lew 4. Notification: The person in charge during inspection, Kishmat Nepali, 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 insectsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Sep 16, 2025 · Original Source
Follow-Up Inspection
Jan 16, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
criticalCode K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
One live but slow moving cockroach was observed on shelf above the food prep sink. [CA] Facility shall be kept free of vermin and vermin debris. [COS] Cockroach was killed and removed by operator. Did not observed any other evidence of cockroaches in 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 insectsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jan 16, 2025 · Original Source
Follow-Up Inspection
Jan 15, 2025
Closed
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
1 recorded violation
minorCode K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
Live cockroaches were observed during the inspection - Four live cockroaches, adults and nymphs, in crevice under the food preparation sink. - One adult cockroach and three nymphs observed behind shelf above the three compartment sink. [CA] The premises of each food facility shall be kept free of vermin. A food facility shall not operate when there is a vermin infestation that has resulted in the contamination of food contact surfaces, food packaging, utensils, food equipment, or adulteration of food(s). The food facility shall cease operation of the food facility immediately. The food facility shall remain closed until: there is no longer evidence of a vermin infestation; all contaminated surfaces have been cleaned and sanitized; and contributing factors such as cleaning, repairs, and the elimination of harborages have been resolved.
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, Jan 15, 2025 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Jan 14, 2025
Closed
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
9 recorded violations
minorCode K33Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
Accumulation of mold and debris build up on the floor sinks located inside the kitchen under the food prep sink. [CA] Frequently clean and sanitize nonfood contact surfaces 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 problemsminorCode K26Food temperature
Official wording
Approved thawing methods used; frozen food
Inspector’s notes
Observed raw meats thawing at room temperature on top of and underneath the food prep table. [CA] Frozen potentially hazardous food shall only be thawed in one of the following ways: 1) under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F or below, 2) completely submerged under potable running water for a period not to exceed two hours at a water temperature of 70°F or below, and with sufficient water velocity to agitate and flush off loose particles into the sink drain, 3) in a microwave oven if immediately followed by immediate preparation, 4) as part of a cooking process.
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 K29Chemicals
Official wording
Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector’s notes
Operator used pesticide in the form of a white powder that is spread along the walls and around equipment in the kitchen. [CA] Facility may only used pesticides that are approved for use within a food facility. A licensed pest control service is recommended.
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 unsafelyminorCode K35Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
Knife stored on cutting board is observed with a chip on the blade. [CA] Remove and replace equipment/utensils that are damaged,
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 issuescriticalCode K07Food temperature
Official wording
Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
By the cook line, rice is measured at 110F and tomato based sauce is measured at 96F. [CA] Potentially hazardous foods shall either be cold holding at or below 41F; or hot holding at or above 135F. [COS] Per employee, the food was prepared an hour ago and is relocated into 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 temperaturecriticalCode K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
Observed one live cockroach run behind the three compartment sink. About 20-30 dead cockroaches observed in the facility including three dead cockroaches on the food prep table. Dead cockroaches were also observed along the wall from the walk-in cooler to around the prep table; underneath and around the three compartment sink; by bulk containers of dry foods; by the upright reach-in cooler at the cook line; and along the window facing the parking lot of the dining area. [CA] The premises of each food facility shall be kept free of vermin. A food facility shall not operate when there is a vermin infestation that has resulted in the contamination of food contact surfaces, food packaging, utensils, food equipment, or adulteration of food(s). The food facility shall cease operation of the food facility immediately. The food facility shall remain closed until: there is no longer evidence of a vermin infestation; all contaminated surfaces have been cleaned and sanitized; and contributing factors such as cleaning, repairs, and the elimination of harborages have been resolved.
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
Containers of food are stored on the floor inside the walk-in freezer. [CA] Food shall be stored a minimum of 6 inches off the floor to protect the food from contamination and to allow adequate space for ease of frequent cleaning.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode K41Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
Leak observed under the three compartment sink. [CA] Repair leak and maintain plumbing of the facility in good repair.
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 K01Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
Food Safety Certificate for Managers is expired. [CA] Food facilities that prepare, handle, or serve non-prepackaged potentially hazard foods shall have at least one valid Food Safety Certificate available.
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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jan 14, 2025 · Original Source