Follow-Up Inspection
Aug 19, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 19, 2026 · Original Source
Santa Clara County, CA
King's Burger
980 S King Rd
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3 inspectionsRoutine Inspection
Aug 17, 2026
Pass
8 recorded violations
minorCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Hot and cold water available
Inspector’s notes
THE HAND WASH SINK IN THE RESTROOM DOES NOT DISPENSE HOT WATER. [CA] ENSURE THAT THE FAUCET DISPENSES HOT WATER AT 100F MINIMUM.
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 problemsminorCode K44Pests
Official wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
FOUND A BOWL WITH SOUP BELONGING TO THE FOOD EMPLOYEE ON THE FOOD PREPARATION COUNTER IN THE KITCHEN. [CA] NO EMPLOYEE SHALL EAT OR DRINK IN THE FOOD PREP, FOOD CONTACT SURFACES, OR FOOD STORAGE AREAS. USE DESIGNATED AREA. FOUND BOTH FRONT DOORS OPEN. [CA] CLOSE THE DOORS TO DENY ENTRANCE TO VERMIN. FOUND A COUPLE OF BACKPACKS AND PURSES STORED ON THE SHELVES NEXT TO FOOD RELATED ITEMS. [CA] STORE PERSONAL ITEMS SEPARATE AND AWAY FROM FOOD OR FOOD RELATED ITEMS.
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectscriticalCode K07Food temperature
Official wording
Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
FOUND TOMATO SLICES IN TO GO CONTAINERS IN THE KITCHEN AT 79F. [CA] KEEP COLD POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD AT 41F OR BELOW. NOTE: THE TOMATO HAS BEEN IN THE CONTAINERS FOR LESS THAN 4 HRS, PER OPERATOR. IT WAS RETURNED TO A WORKING REFRIGERATOR. FOUND THE MEAT, SPAM AND SALAD DRESSING AT 48F IN THE OVER THE COUNTER SMALL REFRIGERATOR. [CA] KEEP COLD POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD AT 41F OR BELOW. NOTE: THE FOOD WAS TRANSFERED TO A WORKING REFRIGERATOR AS THE FOOD HAD BEEN STORED IN THIS REFRIGERATOR FOR LESS THAN 4 HRS, PER OPERATOR. TOMATO HAS BEEN IN THE CONTAINERS FOR LESS THAN 4 HRS.
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 temperatureminorCode K39Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Thermometers provided, accurate
Inspector’s notes
MISSING A THERMOMETER AT THE SMALL OVER THE COUNTER REFRIGERATOR. [CA] PROVIDE A THERMOMETER.
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 issuesminorCode K35Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
FOUND THE SMALL OVER THE COUNTER REFRIGERATOR IS UNABLE TO KEEP THE COLD POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD AT 41F OR BELOW. [CA] REPAIR REFRIGERATOR. FOUND CARDBOARD LINING THE SHELVES IN THE BACK STORAGE AREA. [CA] DO NOT USE CARDBOARD TO LINE THE SHELVES.
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 issuesminorCode K36Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
FOUND A PLASTIC BOWL BEING USED TO SCOOP THE RICE FROM THE WORKING CONTAINER. [CA] USE FOOD GRADE WASHABLE SCOOPS WITH A HANDLE AND KEEP THE HANDLE OUTSIDE THE FOOD.
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 issuesminorCode K43Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector’s notes
THE RESTROOM DOOR DOES NOT SELF CLOSE. [CA] PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DOOR.
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 problemsminorCode K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF FLY ACTIVITY. [CA] ELIMINATE ALL FLY PRESENCE.
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 17, 2026 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Oct 1, 2025
Pass
5 recorded violations
minorCode K07Food temperature
Official wording
Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
PHF temperatures inside the counter refrigeration unit range between 43F - 45F. Per PIC, foods were placed in unit this morning frozen. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. Relocate foods to another refrigeration unit. Ensure unit is able to maintain PHFs at 41F or below.
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 temperatureminorCode K44Pests
Official wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Several personal phones and bags are stored in kitchen in food prep areas. [CA] No person shall store clothing or personal effects in any area used for the storage and preparation of food or food contact surfaces.
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsminorCode K38Facility maintenance
Official wording
Adequate ventilation/lighting; designated areas, use
Inspector’s notes
Grease accumulation observed on hood filters. [CA] All hood ventilation filters shall be in place and in good repair.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesminorCode K35Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
Observed small counter top refrigeration unit shelves with tape. [CA] Repair shelves/unit and maintain in good 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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesminorCode K01Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
About 5 food handler cards are expired. [CA] Each food handler shall maintain a valid food handler card for the duration of his or her employment as food handler. A valid food handler card shall be provided within 30 days of after the date of hire.
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 issuesOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Oct 1, 2025 · Original Source