Routine Inspection
Mar 23, 2026
5 recorded violations
Official wording
Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
1. Two compartment sink (that lacks an integral drainboard) is situated directly over/on top of the mop sink. Two compartment sink discharges directly via a hose into the mop sink. *Note: Previous owner installed the two compartment sink under the mop sink faucet. [CA] All equipment that discharges liquid waste shall be drained by means of indirect waste pipes, and all wastes drained by them shall discharge through an airgap of minimum one inch into a floor sink or other approved type of receptor. Ensure that the two compartment sink hose discharges indirectly into the mop sink. 2. Clear waste line (possibly from upstairs, per the PIC), observed anchored to the wall and discharges into the two compartment sink. [CA] Ensure that the aforementioned waste line discharges indirectly into the mop 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.
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Nonfood contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
Heavy accumulation of green slime and mold in the two floor sinks at the front of the sales floor. *Note: Both floor sinks observed covered with wooden boards [CA] Nonfood contact surfaces shall be maintained clean.
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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Food storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
1. Liquor, various drinks, and canned food observed stored inside an unapproved, external wooden shed outside the back of the property. [CA] Food shall be stored inside the fully enclosed, approved facility. *Note: PIC inquired on obtaining approval and making necessary changes for the external shed. Contact DEH Plan check with any inquiries. Facility may call the main line and ask to speak with the Plan Checker on duty, or else contact DEH Plan check at dehplancheck@deh.sccgov.org. 2. Bottles of liquor observer stored inside a large, upright wooden cabinet in the bathroom. [CA] Discontinue the storage of food in the bathroom.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
1. Facility (under previous ownership) has installed a two compartment sink directly over the mop sink. Mop sink faucet outputs water into the two compartment sink. Two compartment sink drains directly into the mop sink via a hose. [CA] Submit plans to DEH Plan Check at dehplancheck@deh.sccgov.org. 2. Ambient of the walk-in cooler measured 45F via probe. Ambient of the four-door reach-in cooler measured 46F via probe. *Note: No potentially hazardous foods stored inside the units at the time of inspection. Per staff, they intend on storing milk and possibly other dairy products in these two units. [CA] Refrigeration shall be capable of maintaining potentially hazardous foods at 41F or below. Pasteurized milk and pasteurized milk products in original, unopened containers may be held at 45F or below. 3. Multiple unvarnished wooden cabinets observed in the facility. Per the PIC, they were added by the previous owner. [CA] Equipment surfaces shall be smooth, of durable construction, and of nonabsorbent material that is easily cleanable. Varnish or else remove.
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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Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
Unvarnished wooden planks observed nailed to the walls of the bathroom. Unvarnished wooden panels observed placed over the two floor sinks at the front of the sales floor. The wall at the back of the facility is in disrepair; numerous holes observed in it. [CA] The wall and floor surfaces shall be smooth, of durable construction, and of nonabsorbent material that is easily cleanable. Varnish or else remove. Eliminate any gaps in wooden planks that would allow for the harborage of vermin. Walls and floors shall be maintained in good repair.
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, Mar 23, 2026 · Original Source