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Santa Clara County, CA

Katsu Burger

3006 El Camino Real

Last inspected Jul 22, 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

Jul 22, 2026

Pass

1 recorded violation

minorCode K07Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot and cold holding temperatures

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.

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Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jul 22, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Jul 21, 2026

Conditional Pass

8 recorded violations

criticalCode K14Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized

Inspector’s notes

Observed employees conducting active warewashing of utensils without the use of sanitizer. [CA] Manual sanitization shall be accomplished in the final sanitizing rinse 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] Specialist instructed PIC to set up the 3-compartment sink with sanitizer solution during inspection. Utensils were rewashed and sanitized.

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 K40Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used, stored

Inspector’s notes

Observed soiled wiping cloths stored directly on food preparation counter. [CA] Wiping cloths shall be kept in an approved sanitizing concentration when not in active use.

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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criticalCode K06Handwashing

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

Observed handwash station by the preparation sink was fully obstructed with equipment and inaccessible for use. [CA] Handwash stations shall be fully accessible at all times. [COS] PIC relocated equipment from the handwash sink.

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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minorCode K47Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Signs posted; last inspection report available

Inspector’s notes

Facility Environmental Health Permit is not available for review. [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.

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criticalCode K07Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot and cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

1) At the preparation unit by the cook line, measured eggs, sauces, and cheese from 58-63F. Per PIC, all foods were moved to the preparation unit less than 1 hour prior to temperature measurement. Observed eggs and sauces stored at ambient temperature. Observed cheese stacked above the insert cooling line. [CA] Potentially Hazardous Foods shall be kept at 41F or below or 135F or above. [COS] PIC relocated all foods to the under counter cooler to facilitate rapid cooling. Recommend to keep foods stored on the preparation counter in an ice bath. 2) In the countertop cooler, measured multiple sauces (homemade mayonnaise, etc) at 62F. Per PIC, cooler was stocked less than 1 hour prior to temperature measurement. [CA] Potentially Hazardous Foods shall be kept at 41F or below. [COS] Sauces were relocated to under counter 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 temperature
minorCode K35Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity

Inspector’s notes

Measured the ambient temperature of the countertop cooler at 54F. [CA] Refrigeration units shall maintain Potentially Hazardous Foods at 41F or below. Discontinue storage of Potentially Hazardous Foods until unit is repaired.

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 issues
minorCode K01Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

Inspector’s notes

Facility lacks active Food Safety Manager Certificate. [CA] Food facilities that prepare, handle, or serve non-prepackaged potentially hazard foods shall have a valid Food Safety Certificate available for review at all times.

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 issues
minorCode K36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s notes

Observed working utensils are stored in standing water. [CA] Utensils shall be stored in the following manner: 1) in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container, 2) in running water, 3) in a container of water at 135°F or above, 4) at room temperature if washed within 4 hours of initial use.

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 issues

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jul 21, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Jul 28, 2025

Pass

4 recorded violations

minorCode K36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s notes

1. Observed use of cardboard to line food storage shelves, especially underneath the cook line. Cardboard has accumulation of grease. [CA] Discontinue the use of cardboard for storage shelves. Food storage shelves shall be made of approved materials that is easily cleanable, durable, smooth, and nonabsorbent. 2. Observed rice paddles stored in standing water next to the rice cooker. [CA] Working utensils shall be stored in the following manner: 1) in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container, 2) in running water, 3) in a container of water at 135°F or above, 4) at room temperature if washed within 4 hours of initial use. 3. Observed bowls without handles stored inside bulk rice bag. [CA] Provide approved utensils such as scoops with handles to prevent direct hand contact with foods.

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.

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minorCode K34Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips

Inspector’s notes

Facility's test strips for sanitizer of choice (chlorine) are expired. [CA] Testing equipment and materials shall be provided to adequately measure the applicable sanitization method used during manual warewashing.

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 problems
minorCode K05Handwashing

Official wording

Hands clean, properly washed; gloves used properly

Inspector’s notes

Observed employee washing hands while wearing gloves. No active contamination observed. [CA] Properly wash hands with soap, warm water and dry using single use paper towels as required. Gloves shall be properly used and changed when required. [COS] Specialist directed employee to remove gloves and wash hands as required.

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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minorCode K30Other

Official wording

Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s notes

In the dry storage area, observed bulk rice bags are open and uncovered. [CA] After opening, transfer bulk foods or ingredients to approved food grade containers with tight fitting lids.

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, Jul 28, 2025 · Original Source

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