Routine Inspection
Jan 12, 2026
3 recorded violations
Official wording
Proper cooling methods
Inspector’s notes
Fried rice observed in freezer measuring 88F and 92F. Per operator fried rice was made about 1-1.25 hour prior. Containers of fried rice observed to be closed. [CA] When cooling PHFs, keep lids open to allow for air circulation. Stir PHFs to allow for even cooling. Keep PHFs on top shelf of cooler or freezer to allow heat to raise without affecting other items in unit. [COS] Containers of fried rice were moved up to the top of freezer and lids were popped off and food was stirred.
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
Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector’s notes
Two spray bottles in back observed to be unlabeled. [CA] When label decanted bottles of chemicals to ensure bottles are not reuse for food use or mistaken for other substances.
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 unsafelyOfficial wording
Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
Rice paddle stored for use next to rice cooker observed to be soaked inside 72F water. [CA] In use preparation surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned at least every 4 hours or as required. Utensils may be kept cold at 41F and below or stored hot inside steam table with food at 135F or above. Add ice th rice paddle bath.
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, Jan 12, 2026 · Original Source