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Santa Clara County, CA

Lee's Sandwiches Corp

2525 S King Rd

Last inspected Jan 12, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.

The full inspection history

2 inspections

Routine Inspection

Jan 12, 2026

Pass

6 recorded violations

minorCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s notes

Hot water at the three-compartment sink measured at 105F. [CA] Hot water shall be supplied at a minimum temperature of at least 120°F measured from the faucet throughout facility except at handwash sinks.

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 K18Other

Official wording

Compliance with variance/ROP/HACCP Plan

Inspector’s notes

Facility is preparing Vietnamese yogurt without the required licensing/permit from California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA). [CA] Obtain proper licensing from CDFA in order to continue the preparation of any milk and dairy products. Contact Milk and Dairy Food Safety Branch of CDFA for assistance in obtaining the correct license and permit.

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

Employees' personal belongings (cellphones, jackets, beverage cups, food, etc.) store in and around areas of food preparation and/or food storage. [CA] No person shall store clothing or personal effects in any area used for the storage and preparation of food or food contact surfaces. Provide designated location for employees to store personal food and beverages that is separated and protected from facility food.

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 K09Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cooling methods

Inspector’s notes

Observed containers of PHF items cooling kept tightly covered inside food preparation refrigerator. Item measured at 135F and had just reached cooling temperature. [CA] Potentially Hazardous Foods (PHFs) shall be cooled rapidly from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours. Approved cooling methods include: 1) Placing the food in shallow pans 2) Separating the food into thinner or smaller portions. 3) Using rapid cooling equipment (Ex. blast chiller) 4) Using containers that facilitate heat transfer (ex. stainless steel) 5) Adding ice as an ingredient. 6) Using ice paddles 7) Using an ice bath and stirring frequently 8) Accordance with a HACCP plan. Cooling foods shall have enough space around the containers for cold air to circulate, be loosely covered, or uncovered and stirred as frequently needed to evenly cool. [COS] Item was uncovered and relocated into the walk-in refrigerator to expedite cooling.

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
criticalCode K23Pests

Official wording

No rodents, insects, birds, or animals

Inspector’s notes

Observed one dead rodent on the floor in the corner in the small space between the wall and the oven across from the janitorial room. Per manager, facility is serviced monthly by licensed pest control service. Pest control reports were provided for review. No contamination of food or food contact surfaces observed. No other signs of vermin activity observed. [CA] Clean and sanitize area. [COS] Rodent was removed and area sanitized.

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 K27Other

Official wording

Food separated and protected

Inspector’s notes

Observed tray of vegetables maintained on top of trash can at the food preparation sink. [CA] Food utensil (i.e. cutting board, baking pan, platters) shall not be used on top of a trash can to prevent cross contamination. [COS] Tray was removed upon this Division entering into kitchen.

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 12, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Dec 17, 2024

Pass

7 recorded violations

minorCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s notes

Measured water at warewashing and preparation sink at 114F. [CA] Hot water shall be supplied at a minimum temperature of 120F.

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 K01Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

Inspector’s notes

Several food handler cards are expired. [CA] All food handlers shall maintain a valid food handler for the duration of their employment.

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
criticalCode K09Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cooling methods

Inspector’s notes

Measured stuffed bitter melon soup and braised pork belly at 85F in the 2-door reach-in refrigeration near service line. Food containers are covered with plastic wrapping. Per PIC, foods were prepared approximately three hours prior to temperature measurement. [CA] Potentially hazardous foods shall be cooled rapidly from 135F to 71F within two hours, then from 70F to 41F in four hours. [COS] PIC reheated the foods to 165F to restart the cooling process.

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
minorCode K30Other

Official wording

Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s notes

Observed several food containers stored on the floor of the freezer. [CA] Food shall be stored at least six inches off the floor to prevent contamination.

In plain English

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

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minorCode K36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s notes

Observed active food preparation in the warewashing sink. [CA] Discontinue food preparation in the warewashing sink.

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 K04Employee health and hygiene

Official wording

Proper eating, tasting, drinking, tobacco use

Inspector’s notes

Observed employee in the kitchen drinking from personal beverage. [CA] No employee shall eat or drink in the food prep, food contact storage, or food storage areas.

In plain English

This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues
minorCode K44Pests

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observed employee's personal belongings in the kitchen. [CA] Personal items shall not be stored in the food preparation area.

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

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Dec 17, 2024 · Original Source

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