Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
8 inspections
Follow-Up Inspection
Sep 8, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
minorCode K04Employee health and hygiene
Official wording
Proper eating, tasting, drinking, tobacco use
Inspector’s notes
Staff were observed eating in the kitchen/meat department area.
[CA] No employees shall eat, drink, or smoke in any work area. Ensure employees conduct these activities in authorized areas (outside, in break rooms, etc).
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Sep 8, 2026 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Sep 1, 2026
Pass
4 recorded violations
criticalCode K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
1. Observed Vermin: Documented in the following areas:
- One live cockroach on the door of a storage closet near the entrance to the back warehouse area.
- Cockroach droppings around frame of the storage closet.
2. Photographs: Taken for documentation purposes.
[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.
[COS] PIC eliminated the cockroach. No other evidence of cockroaches observed.
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.
Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
The condenser of the dairy walk in cooler was leaking onto the floor inside the cooler.
[CA] Keep equipment in good repair. Investigate leak and repair.
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.
Unpackaged rock candy was found at the self-service grocery part area and was unprotected from contamination.
[CA] Food on display shall be protected from contamination by the use of packaging, counter, service line, or sneeze guards that intercept a direct line between the consumer's mouth and the food being displayed, containers with tight-fitting securely attached lids, display cases, mechanical dispensers, or other effective means.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
A dairy based drink made in the restaurant was found stored on the floor of the dairy walk in cooler.
[CA] Food shall be stored at least 6 inches above the floor to prevent contamination.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Sep 1, 2026 · Original Source
Follow-Up Inspection
Aug 13, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
criticalCode K22Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Sewage and wastewater properly disposed
Inspector’s notes
The Three Compartment Sink, Floor Sink, Prep Sink, Hand Sink, the other Three Compartment Sink, and Hand Sink were all backing up and overflowing when testing for hot water in the meat department/restaurant area.
[CA] Food facility shall not operate if there is sewage overflowing or backing up in the food facility. The food facility, or impacted areas, shall remain closed until all plumbing problems have been corrected and all contaminated surfaces have been cleaned and sanitized.
[SA] Facility was able to fix one set of three compartment sink, hand wash sink, and floor sink. The other three compartment sink, hand wash sink, prep sink, and floor sink are still backing up. Facility may use the prep sink in the back storage area for any food prep sink activities until the prep sink in the meat department is operable again. Follow up to occur within 24 hours to fix issue.
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.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 13, 2025 · Original Source
Follow-Up Inspection
Aug 12, 2025
Closed
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
1 recorded violation
criticalCode K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
1. Observed Vermin: Documented in the following areas: Observed one live cockroach in the first basin of the three compartment sink. 4 live cockroaches and one with an ootheca in the wall behind the prep cooler of the restaurant area. Several rodent droppings were found on the back corner wall of the storage area.
2. Photographs: Taken for documentation purposes.
3. Supervisor Notified: Yes.
4. Notification: The person in charge during inspection, Elyas, 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.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 12, 2025 · Original Source
Follow-Up Inspection
Aug 11, 2025
Closed
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
1 recorded violation
criticalCode K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
1. Observed Vermin: Documented in the following areas: Observed two live cockroaches under preparation counter. Observed unhatched ootheeca on side of grease trap behind meat display refrigerators. Observed several live cockroaches on sticky traps by the preparation sink by the cookline and handwash sink at the end of the meat display refrigeration cases.
Observed rodent droppings in the back of the refrigerator at the bakery, in the corner by the cookline and on the window sill by the cookline. Observed droppings by the preparation table and handwashin sink, in the back storage area by the walk in fridge, and in back corner opposite of walk in fridge in the back storage area.
2. Photographs: Taken for documentation purposes.
3. Supervisor Notified: Yes.
4. Notification: The person in charge during inspection, Elyas, 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.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 11, 2025 · Original Source
Follow-Up Inspection
Aug 8, 2025
Closed
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
2 recorded violations
minorCode K44Pests
Official wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Numerous amounts of equipment and items were relocated to the dumpster area outside, the storage room is still cluttered and may be a harborage area for rodents.
[CA] The premises of each food facility shall be kept clean and free of litter and rubbish all clean and soiled linen shall be properly stored non-food items shall be stored and displayed separate from food and food-contact surfaces the facility shall be kept vermin proof.
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.
1. Observed Vermin: Documented in the following areas:
- In the storage area numerous amounts of rodent droppings were observed.
- Behind the produce cooler numerous amounts of rodent droppings were observed.
- A dead mouse was found in one of the storage closets across a walk in cooler.
- Several unhatched oothecas and dead cockroaches were found near the floor sink in between the meat department display case cooler and bread making station at the restaurant section.
2. Photographs: Taken for documentation purposes.
3. Supervisor Notified: Yes
4. Notification: The person in charge during inspection, Elyas, 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.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 8, 2025 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Aug 7, 2025
Closed
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
8 recorded violations
minorCode K46Food source and labeling
Official wording
No unapproved private home/living/sleeping quarters
Inspector’s notes
There is a dwelling unit that opens directly where the facility elected to store damaged goods.
[CA] No sleeping accommodations shall be maintained or kept in any room where food is prepared, stored, or sold.
In plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
The prep sink did not have hot water.
[CA] Hot water shall be supplied at a minimum temperature of at least 120°F measured from the faucet throughout facility except at handwash sinks.
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.
Repeat Violation: The second handwash sink in the meat butcher area is in disrepair with the faucet missing.
[CA] Single-use sanitary towels shall be provided in dispensers; heated-air hand drying device may be substituted for single-use towels.
Note: Facility to use the other hand sink in the meat area shared with the restaurant.
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.
There are several holes in the walls throughou the facility in the meat department area and near the rice storage in the corner where the built in reach in cooler was removed.
[CA] Repair holes in structure and maintain in good repair to prevent pest harborage.
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.
1. Observed Vermin: Documented in the following areas:
- Rodent droppings throughout the facility in the kitchen, meat sotrage area, the back storage room, rice storage, under shelving, near the baked goods section, and in the bakery room.
- Flies were observed throughout the facility.
2. Photographs: Taken for documentation purposes.
3. Supervisor Notified: Yes
4. Notification: The person in charge during inspection, Elyas (owner), 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.
The facility's damaged food products storage is in the stairwell to an upstairs dwelling unit.
[CA] All returned or damaged food products and food products from which the label has been removed shall be separated and stored in a separate area and in a manner that shall prevent adulteration of other foods and shall not contribute to a vermin problem.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
The Environmental Health Permit was not posted.
[CA] The health permit issued by this department shall be posted in a conspicuous place in the food facility.
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.
Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector’s notes
Several used cans of Real-Kill Indoor Fogger were found in the facility. One under the storage shelves and the other under the meat display case units.
[CA] Only those insecticides, rodenticides, and other pesticides that are necessary and specifically approved for use in a food facility may be used.
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.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 7, 2025 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Apr 3, 2025
Pass
4 recorded violations
minorCode K44Pests
Official wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
The back storage area has an accumulation of items and debris.
[CA] The premises of each food facility shall be kept clean and free of litter and rubbish all clean and soiled linen shall be properly stored non-food items shall be stored and displayed separate from food and food-contact surfaces the facility shall be kept vermin proof.
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.
Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
1. The prep sink is not attached to the wall.
2. The 4 door freezer is in disrepair.
[CA] All utensils and equipment shall be approved, installed properly, and meet applicable standards.
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.
There are some holes on the wall near the three compartment sink and the hand sink missing the faucet.
[CA] Ensure to maintain the floors, walls, and ceilings of the facility in good repair.
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.
Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
1. The prep sink in the meat department is leaking.
2. One of the hand sinks in the meat department is missing the faucet.
[CA] All plumbing and plumbing fixtures shall be installed in compliance with local plumbing ordinances, shall be maintained so as to prevent any contamination, and shall be kept clean, fully operative, and 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.