Routine Inspection
Nov 6, 2025
6 recorded violations
Official wording
Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
FOUND THE ICE SCOOP'S HANDLE TOUCHING THE CONSUMABLE ICE IN THE ICE MACHINE. [CA] STORE THE SCOOP OUTSIDE THE ICE MACHINE TO AVOID THE HANDLE TOUCHING THE ICE.COS
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 issuesOfficial wording
Nonfood contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
FOUND THE GASKET OF THE SMALL REFRIGERATOR NEAR THE EXIT OF THE KITCHEN TO THE DINING ROOM WITH FOOD DEBRIS. [CA] CLEAN THIS PART MORE OFTEN.
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
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
FOUND A PURSE STORED ON THE FRONT SERVICE COUNTER NEXT TO FOOD ITEMS. FOUND A PAPER CUP WITH TEA AND NO LID STORED ON A SHELF IN THE KITCHEN NEXT TO FOOD ITEMS. [CA] PROVIDE A LID FOR THE CUP AND A STRAW OR A CONTAINER WITH A LID. FOUND THE MOPS STORED INSIDE THE MOP BUCKET. [CA] HANG THE MOP TO AIR DRY.
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 wording
Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
FOUND COOKED TENDON, BEEF, PORK AND NOODLES AT 52F STORED ON THE COUNTER ACROSS THE COOKING STOVE. [CA] KEEP HOT POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD AT 135F OR ABOVE. SA: OPERATOR WOULD LIKE TO USE TIME AS A PUBLIC HEALTH CONTROL FOR THESE ITEMS. A TPHC FORM WAS FILLED OUT BY THE OPERATOR.
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 wording
Food storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
FOUND SEVERAL BOXES WITH FOOD STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK IN FREEZER. [CA] STORE FOOD 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial wording
Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
FOUND THE COOKED NOODLES COVERED WITH A BLACK TRASH BAG. [CA] DO NOT USE TRASH BAGS TO COVER FOOD. USE FOOD GRADE COVERS.
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 issuesOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Nov 6, 2025 · Original Source