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Santa Clara County, CA

Kettle'E

1610 El Camino Real

Last inspected Jul 15, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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More issues recentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.

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5 inspections

Routine Inspection

Jul 15, 2026

Pass

3 recorded violations

criticalCode K06Handwashing

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

1.Ware washing area soap and paper towel dispenser do not dispense [CA] Keep all dispensers supplied and operational - Corrected 2. no soap in the front service area dispenser CA] Keep all dispensers supplied and operational - Corrected

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.

More about handwashing problems
minorCode K36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s notes

1. Can opener is rusty and stained [CA] Clean or replace with a new one 2. Large blender is heavily stained [CA] Clean the blender

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 K45Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

1. Walk-in freezer metal floor in disrepair [CA] Repair the floor 2. Ceiling tiles by the walk-in cooler damaged [CA] Replace ceiling tiles 3. Walk-in cooler walls are stained [CA] Clean the walls 4. Floor under the cooking equipment shows grease buildup [CA] Clean the floor

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

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jul 15, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Dec 23, 2025

Pass

2 recorded violations

minorCode K05Handwashing

Official wording

Hands clean, properly washed; gloves used properly

Inspector’s notes

Employee washed hands with soap for 5 seconds [CA] All food employees shall thoroughly wash their hands and that portion of their arms exposed to direct food contact with soap and vigorously rub hands together to lather up for at least 10 to 15 seconds. They shall rinse hands with warm water followed by drying with paper towels. Employees shall pay attention to the areas underneath the fingernails and between the fingers when washing hands. – Corrected

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.

More about handwashing problems
minorCode K45Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

Opening in the ceiling above the mop sink [CA] Reinstall the ceiling tile Wall by the walk-in cooler is stained [CA] Clean and paint the wall

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

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Dec 23, 2025 · Original Source

Follow-Up Inspection

Jul 16, 2025

Pass

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jul 16, 2025 · Original Source

Follow-Up Inspection

Jun 12, 2025

Pass

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jun 12, 2025 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

May 28, 2025

Closed

The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.

4 recorded violations

criticalCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s notes

No hot water [CA] Maintain hot water at 120F or warmer - FACILITY MUST BE CLOSED UNTIL HOT WATER IS RESTORED. CLOSED SIGN POSTED. CALL 408-918-3456FOR AN INSPECTION WHEN HOT WATER IS RESTORED

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.

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minorCode K45Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

REPEAT VIOLATION: Opening in the ceiling by the walk-in cooler [CA] Seal the opening

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 K41Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s notes

The three-compartment sink faucet drips [CA] Fix the faucet

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
minorCode K01Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

Inspector’s notes

Food safety certificate expired [CA] Renew food safety certificate by 07/28/25

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

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, May 28, 2025 · Original Source

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