Routine Inspection
Jan 8, 2026
4 recorded violations
Official wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
Paper towel dispenser at the only hand wash sink in the kitchen lacked towels. Paper towel roll was maintained on the storage boxes behind the hand wash station along the back of the walk-in refrigerator. [CA] Paper towels shall be stored inside the dispenser to prevent potential contamination. Handwashing facilities shall be equipped with handwashing cleanser and single-use sanitary towels in dispensers.
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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Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
Observed handle of the hot water faucet at the three-compartment sink to be broken off, making it difficult to turn on and off. [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.
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Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
Observed exposed concrete/broken flooring below the mixer at the corner of the kitchen. [CA] The floor surfaces shall be smooth, of durable construction, and of nonabsorbent material that is easily cleanable. Observed plastic coved base detaching from the wall and heavily encrusted with grime. [CA] The juncture of the floor and wall shall be coved with a 3/8-inch minimum radius coving and shall extend up the wall at least 4 inches. Clean and maintain.
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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Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
Five-year Food Safety Certificate (FSC) is expired. [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.
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 issuesOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jan 8, 2026 · Original Source