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Lados

115 Plaza Dr

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The full inspection history

6 inspections

Follow-Up Inspection

May 1, 2026

Pass

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, May 1, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Apr 30, 2026

Closed

The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.

6 recorded violations

minorCode K35Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Gasket for prep cooler and upright freezer observed to be fraying [CA] Repair gasket, Condenser for walk in cooler observed to be icing over. [CA] Defrost condenser and maintain in good condition.

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 K48Other

Official wording

Plan review

Inspector’s notes

Facility has not submitted for plan check evaluation. Per last 2 inspection reports noted facility has added hot plates and roto toaster oven. [CA] Submit for plan check for additional piece of equipment by 6/30/2026. Email shall be sent regarding plan check submittal.

In plain English

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

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criticalCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s notes

Hot water measured to be 67F from 3-comp sink. [CA] Provide 120F hot water at 3-comp sink.

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
criticalCode K07Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot and cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

1) Reach in cooler in front area measured to have mango lassi at 51F. Ambient temperature of cooler measured to be 50F and sodas measured to be 49F. [CA] Maintain PHFs at 41F and below for cold holding. Ensure coolers can maintain ambient temperature of 41F and below.[COS] Mango lassis were VC&D. See VC&D report. 2) Chicken water measured to be 65F and beans in steam table measured to be 129F. Per employee everything is placed out at 11am-3pm and then discarded for lunch and then from 5pm-9pm for dinner. Written procedures not available. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. Facility may keep PHFs out of temperature for up to 4 hours if discarded if not consumed using TPHC(Time as public health control). Written procedures must be provided and kept on site. [COS] Employee VC&D PHFs in steam table and chicken dredging flour and water at end of lunch. Operator will write procedures and post on wall with schedule for discarding of PHFs kept on TPHC.

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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minorCode K06Handwashing

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

Handwash facility had drinking water pitcher inside of basin. [CA] Keep handwash faciity free of obstruction. Keep drinking pitcher away from sources of contamination. [COS] Pitcher was moved to dirty dish area.

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 K49Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Permits available

Inspector’s notes

Permits are expired. [CA] A food facility shall not be open for business without a valid health permit [COS]Permit was paid online during inspection

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, Apr 30, 2026 · Original Source

Follow-Up Inspection

Aug 4, 2025

Pass

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 4, 2025 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Jul 29, 2025

Closed

The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.

12 recorded violations

minorCode K01Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

Inspector’s notes

Food handler cards were not available at time of inspection. [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 K45Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

Coving was not observed in the restroom. Observed missing tiles creating gaps/holes in the restroom. Observed holes in walls and unfinished wood with gaps and openings throughout the facility. [CA] Repair holes in structure and maintain in good repair to prevent pest harborage.

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 K38Facility maintenance

Official wording

Adequate ventilation/lighting; designated areas, use

Inspector’s notes

Did not observed ventilation in second restroom. Observed a high up window that was securely closed. [CA] Restrooms shall have an openable screened window, an air shaft, or a light switch-activated exhaust fan, consistent with the requirements of local building codes.

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.

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criticalCode K23Pests

Official wording

No rodents, insects, birds, or animals

Inspector’s notes

1. Observed Vermin: Documented in the following areas: Observed many live cockroaches in the back behind the reach in fridge in varying stages of life. Observed live cockroaches on traps behind the reach in fridge. 2. Photographs: Taken for documentation purposes. 3. Supervisor Notified: Yes. 4. Notification: The person in charge during inspection, Nestor, has been informed that the facility must close immediately. [CA]: The premises of each food facility must be maintained free of vermin. A facility cannot operate if there is a vermin infestation that leads to contamination of food contact surfaces, packaging, utensils, food equipment, or adulteration of food. The facility is required to cease operations immediately and must remain closed until all corrective actions on the provided checklist are completed. Requirements Before Reopening: 1. Email the signed and completed Reopening Checklist to the assigned inspector. 2. Submit a copy of the pest control report from a licensed provider. MINOR: Observed a heavy amount of what appeared to be fruit flies throughout the facility. [CA] Food facility shall be kept free of non-disease carrying insects, weevils, ants, gnats, and fruit flies. [CA] No live animals may be allowed in a food facility, except in the following situations; decorative fish or shellfish in aquarium, animals intended for consumption if kept separated from other food and food contact surfaces, dogs under the control of on-duty uniformed law enforcement or private patrol, outdoor dining areas, and service animals.

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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minorCode K47Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Signs posted; last inspection report available

Inspector’s notes

Current Environmental Health Permit is not posted. [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.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues
minorCode K48Other

Official wording

Plan review

Inspector’s notes

From the limited inspection report on 01/30/2025, facility was found to have remodeled and added equipment. PIC was instructed to submit plans to DEH Plan Check for approval. [CA] 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. Plans for remodel and equipment must be submitted within three weeks from the date of this report. Facility's commissary application will not be approved until the plans have been submitted. Observed unapproved finishes in dry storage area, preparation area and walk in fridge.

In plain English

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

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minorCode K44Pests

Official wording

Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing

Inspector’s notes

1. Observed many sticky fly traps throughout facility over food storage, food equipement storage and preparation areas. [CA] Use approved methods to eliminate flies in the food preparation area. 2. Back door to the facility is left open, observed the back door open for the duration of the inspection. [CA] Keep back door closed at all times to prevent the entrance and harborage of vermin. 3. Observed many pieces of unused equipment in the back of the facility. [CA] The premises of a food facility shall be free of litter and items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the facility, such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used.

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 insects
minorCode K35Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observed water leaking from large preparation unit. [CA] Repair/replace equipment and maintain in good condition.

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 K34Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips

Inspector’s notes

Test strips were not available at time of inspection for chosen sanitation method, quaternary ammonia. [CA] Testing equipment and materials shall be provided to adequately measure the applicable sanitization method used during manual or mechanical 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 wearing gloves handle raw chicken. Employee then removed gloves and went back to preparing food without washing their hands. [CA] After handling raw meats, gloves must be removed and hands must be washed prior to

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 K22Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Sewage and wastewater properly disposed

Inspector’s notes

Observed soiled/discolored water outside the back of the facility. Per PIC, they discard their soiled laundry water onto the ground and clean out the buckets. [CA] Liquid waste shall be disposed of through the approved plumbing system and shall discharge into the public sewerage or into an approved private sewage disposal system.

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
criticalCode K07Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot and cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

Dry batter for raw chicken and liquid batter measured within the temperature danger zone. Per PIC, they make it fresh and then discard every 2-4 hours. No time marking available. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. [COS] Batters were time marked. TPHC form provided to PIC to complete prior to follow up inspection.

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

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jul 29, 2025 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Jan 30, 2025

Pass

2 recorded violations

minorCode K49Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Permits available

Inspector’s notes

Permit to operate expired on 12/31/2024 [CA] - A food facility shall not be open for business without a valid permit. Pay outstanding balance ASAP

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 K48Other

Official wording

Plan review

Inspector’s notes

Observed facility has been remodeled without prior approval from this department. [CA] A person proposing to remodel a food facility shall submit plans for approval before starting any new construction or remodeling of any facility for use as a retail food facility. Submit plans within one month for the addition of new equipment, expansion of prep area and new finishes (floors, walls, and ceiling materials). If plans are not submitted, new equipment may be subject to impoundments.

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, Jan 30, 2025 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Nov 12, 2024

Pass

2 recorded violations

minorCode K27Other

Official wording

Food separated and protected

Inspector’s notes

Found some food products outdoors, such as flour. [CA] - Relocate all foods within the enclosed faciilty. Do not store or prepare any foods outdoors.

In plain English

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

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minorCode K45Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

1. Ceiling in rear room is unfinished wood. 2. Several floor tiles in back area are missing and/or broken 3. Found food splatter stains on wall near chicken dredging area. [CA]- Ensure all floors, walls and ceilings are smooth, durable and easily cleanable. Clean all floors, walls and ceilings thoroughly and regularly.

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, Nov 12, 2024 · Original Source

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