Routine Inspection
Aug 13, 2026
8 recorded violations
Official wording
Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
1. The rubber seal/gasket on the door of the walk-in freezer observed damaged. [Corrective Action] Repair or replace the rubber seal/gasket. 2. The 2 door prep cooler in the kitchen was observed leaking water onto the floor. [Corrective Action] Repair to stop the leak. 3. Observed water leak inside the walk-in freezer by the light. [Corrective Action] Repair to stop the leak.
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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Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
Observed water leak under the prep sink. [Corrective Action] Repair to stop the leak.
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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Food properly labeled and honestly presented
Inspector’s notes
Missing labels for shrimp salad, milk based desserts, homemade butter, and cured pork roll (nem chua). [Corrective Action] 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 problemsOfficial wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
1. Observed pot store in the handwash sink in the kitchen area. [Corrective Action] Do not store anything in the handwash sink. Ensure handwash sink is easily accessible at all times. 2. Handwash sink near the dry storage area observed partially blocked. [Corrective Action] Ensure handwash is easily accessible at all times. 3. Dirty blender pitcher was observed stored in the handwash sink at the service area. [Corrective Action] Do not store anything in the handwash sink.
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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Hands clean, properly washed; gloves used properly
Inspector’s notes
Observed employee washing gloved hands in the prep sink. [Corrective Action] Remove and dispose glove and properly wash hands in the handwash sink.
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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No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
Dead cockroaches observed on the floor by bread ovens, between ice machine, behind desk, at dry storage, in the cabinet at service area. [Corrective Action] Clean and sanitize areas of dead cockroaches.
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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Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
Employee's Food Handler's Card were not available for review. [Corrective Action] Ensure employee's Food Handler's Card are readily available for review.
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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Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
Damaged and pitting of flooring throughout the kitchen. [Corrective Action] Maintain floors in good condition.
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 problemsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 13, 2026 · Original Source