Routine Inspection
Mar 11, 2026
9 recorded violations
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Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
Bowls used as scoops in bulk storage dry food. [CA]: Discontinue storage of handle-less food equipment not approved for use as scoops. Provide food-grade scoops with handles for scooping. Propane gas tank stored at back storage area. [CA]: Propane gas tank is not an approved equipment. Remove unapproved equipment from facility.
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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Proper cooling methods
Inspector’s notes
In the walk in cooler, frijoles in deep metal container measured at 45F. Per Manager, friojles were cooked then cooled down last night. [CA]: Potentially Hazardous Foods shall be cooled from 135F to 70F within 2 hours and then from 70F to 41F within 4 hours (6 hours total). Approved cooling methods include; 1. Placing the food in shallow, heat-conductive pans. 2. Separating the food into smaller or thinner portions. 3. Using rapid cooling equipment (no plastic bins or containers). 4. Adding ice as an ingredient. 5. Using ice paddles. 6. Placing containers in an ice bath, stirring food frequently. 7. In accordance to an approved HACCP Plan [COS]: Frijoles voluntarily discarded.
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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Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
*REPEAT VIOLATIONS* 1. Accumulation of grease and debris on floor underneath equipment at front cook line. [CA]: Clean noted area. Maintain floors clean. 2. Hole on floor observed near chest freezer. [CA]: Repair hole. Maintain floors in good condition.
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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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Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
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Scoop handles within bulk storage dry food items such as sugar were in direct contact with food. [CA]: Ensure that scoops which are stored in food containers for portioning are always stored in a manner which prevents the handle of the scoop from coming into direct contact with food (for ex: handles facing up).
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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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Food storage: food storage containers identified
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Tub of chips stored directly on the floor at cook line. No contamination at the time of inspection. [CA]: Food shall be stored at least 6 inches elevated from the floor on approved shelving that is easily cleanable (ex. Dunnage racks) [COS]: Tub of chips relocated off the floor.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Wiping cloths: properly used, stored
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*REPEAT VIOLATION* Soiled wet wiping cloths stored on work surfaces without being placed back into their sanitizer buckets in between uses. [CA]: Wiping cloths used for sanitizing work surfaces must be stored inside their sanitizer buckets containing at least 100ppm chlorine or 200ppm Quat sanitizer when not actively being used.
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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Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
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Mop sink's hot and cold water valves in disrepair. [CA]: Repair valves and maintain in good condition.
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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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No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
Old rodent droppings observed on floor underneath deep fryer. Per Manager, Terminix comes once/week. Most recent pest control report provided from august 2025. Proof of pest control invoice for service on 02/13/26 provided. Glue traps observed no activity. No other evidence of vermin found after thorough inspection of facility. [CA]: The premises of each food facility must be maintained free of vermin. Eliminate evidence of vermin in a safe, effective and legal manner. Ensure food and food contact surfaces are protected from possible contamination at all times. Continue to follow pest control service recommendations and monitor for vermin activity. Seal all cracks, crevices, and gaps under any exterior doors to prevent entry and harborage of vermin. Maintain pest control service report available upon request.
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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Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Entry door propped open throughout inspection. No active delivery. [CA]: Facility shall be fully enclosed.
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, Mar 11, 2026 · Original Source