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La Mexicana Bakery

1170 E William St

Last inspected Jul 20, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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2 inspections

Routine Inspection

Jul 20, 2026

Pass

10 recorded violations

minorCode K35Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Facility has a steamer in disrepair. [CA] Maintain equipment clean and in good repair. Repair, replace, remove, or service the unit.

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. Repeat Violation: Several damaged floor tiles within the prep area next to the stand mixer. 2. The corner guards are in disrepair near the mop sink. [CA] Maintain the floors, walls, and ceilings of the facility in good repair. Replace broken floor tiles with a smooth and of durable construction and nonabsorbent material that is easily cleanable. Reattach the corner guards.

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 K32Food source and labeling

Official wording

Food properly labeled and honestly presented

Inspector’s notes

1. Second Repeat Violation: There are several food products (Various Juices, Water Based Gelatin, Milk Based Gelatin, Various Tres Leches Cake) that are prepackaged in the facility and available for self-service that are missing labels. [CA] Food prepackaged in a food facility shall bear a label with the following: 1) common name of the food. 2) list of ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight. 3) quantity of contents. 4) name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor. 2. Juices are not pasteurized and are missing required warning. [CA] Provide the required warning statement to consumers on the labeling. "WARNING: This product has not been pasteurized and, therefore, may contain harmful bacteria that can cause serious illness in children, the elderly, and persons with weakened immune systems"

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
minorCode K34Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips

Inspector’s notes

Repeat Violation: Facility lacks drain plugs to fill the basins of the three compartment sink. [CA] Plugs/stoppers shall be available to fill up the warewashing sink.

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

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Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

The men's restroom lacked soap. [CA] Provide handwashing cleanser in dispenser at handwash stations at all times. [COS] PIC restocked the restroom lavatory.

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 K43Cleaning and sanitizing

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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned

Inspector’s notes

The men's restroom lacked toilet tissue. [CA] Toilet tissue shall be provided in a permanently installed dispenser at each toilet.

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 K01Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

Inspector’s notes

Bakers are missing food handler cards. [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.

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minorCode K40Cleaning and sanitizing

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Wiping cloths: properly used, stored

Inspector’s notes

Wet cloth towels were found stored in 0 ppm of chlorine. [CA] Wiping towels shall be stored in sanitizing solution of an approved concentration when not in use (100 ppm - chlorine, 200 ppm - quaternary ammonium).

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 K41Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

The drain pipe of the three compartment sink has a leak. [CA] Repair plumbing fixture and maintain in clean and good repair.

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 K27Other

Official wording

Food separated and protected

Inspector’s notes

Repeat Violation: Raw shelled eggs were found stored over cut tomatoes and tamales in the upright cooler by the dry storage. [CA] All food shall be separated and protected from cross-contamination. Store all raw meat or other raw products of animal origin below ready-to-eat food items.

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 20, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Jun 18, 2025

Pass

8 recorded violations

minorCode K48Other

Official wording

Plan review

Inspector’s notes

Second Repeat Violation: Facility has not submitted plans into the department with regards to installing the new prep sink. Inspection report dated (12/29/22) had stipulated that prep sink would be installed for the issuance of the permit. [CA] Submit plans into the department within 1 week. Failure to comply will result in enforcement action. 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.

In plain English

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

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minorCode K34Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips

Inspector’s notes

Facility lacks drain plugs to fill the three compartment sink. [CA] Plugs/stoppers shall be available to fill up the warewashing sink.

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 K27Other

Official wording

Food separated and protected

Inspector’s notes

1. In the walk in cooler raw shelled eggs were stored above produce. 2. In the walk in freezer raw bacon was found stored above strawberries. [CA] All food shall be separated and protected from cross-contamination. Store all raw meat or other raw products of animal origin below ready-to-eat food items.

In plain English

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

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minorCode K01Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

Inspector’s notes

1. Second Repeat Violation: Unable to provide food manger certification at the time of inspection. [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. 2. Several of the food handler cards were 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 issues
minorCode K32Food source and labeling

Official wording

Food properly labeled and honestly presented

Inspector’s notes

Repeat Violation: There are several food products (Flan, Chocolate Flan, Various Juices, Water Based Gelatin, Milk Based Gelatin, Rice Pudding [Arroz con Leche], Various Tres Leches Cake) that are prepackaged in the facility and available for self-service that are missing labels. [CA] Food prepackaged in a food facility shall bear a label with the following: 1) common name of the food. 2) list of ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight. 3) quantity of contents. 4) name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor.

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
minorCode K45Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

Several damaged floor tiles within the prep area next to the stand mixer. [CA] Replace broken floor tiles with a smooth and of durable construction and nonabsorbent material that is easily cleanable.

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 K36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s notes

The arroz con leche serving spoon was being held in room temperature water and had a dead fly in it. [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. [COS] Utensil was switched out.

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 K35Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

1. In the back of house area, at the upright reach in cooler, the gaskets are in disrepair. 2. In the front prep area, next to the prep cooler, the oven is in disrepair. [CA] Ensure to maintain all equipment clean and in good repair. Repair, replace, or service the equipment.

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, Jun 18, 2025 · Original Source

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