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Santa Clara County, CA

Jv Liquors

420 1st St

Last inspected Apr 8, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.

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3 inspections

Follow-Up Inspection

Apr 8, 2026

Pass

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Apr 8, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Apr 2, 2026

Conditional Pass

2 recorded violations

criticalCode K23Pests

Official wording

No rodents, insects, birds, or animals

Inspector’s notes

Some rat droppings noted in the shelves of the back of the facility at the time of inspection. Multiple traps noted around the back storage area. Per owner, they do not have an active pest control contractor for the facility. [CA] Clean and sanitize area of dead cockroaches or old droppings. Obtain an active pest control for the facility. A follow up inspection will be conducted on Monday to verify compliance.

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.

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criticalCode K06Handwashing

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

1. Hand wash station within the restroom is missing paper towels and soap inside of dispensers. 2. Dispensers for paper towels and soap are missing for hand wash next to ice machine. [CA] Hand wash stations mush be fully stocked at all times. Mount new dispensers for hand wash station next to ice machine.

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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Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Apr 2, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Mar 17, 2025

Pass

2 recorded violations

minorCode K14Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized

Inspector’s notes

Ice intended for consumption is bagged at this facility for sale, however there is no dedicated hand wash sink or 3 compartment sink. [CA] Cease and desist ice bagging. Submit plans to plan check for review and approval for required equipment and finishes installation if bagging ice is desired to continue REPEAT VIOLATION. Failure to comply may result in enforcement action.

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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minorCode K48Other

Official wording

Plan review

Inspector’s notes

3-Compartment sink and a new reach in refrigeration/freezer have already been installed without approval from this department. [CA] A person proposing to build or remodel a food facility shall submit plans and specifications for review and shall receive plan approval prior to starting any new construction or remodeling. Contact DEH at 408-918-3400 or at www.ehinfo.org to obtain plan check requirements. REPEAT VIOLATION. Failure to comply may result in enforcement action. Submit paperwork within 1-month.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Mar 17, 2025 · Original Source

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