Routine Inspection
Feb 18, 2026
5 recorded violations
Official wording
Food in good condition, safe, unadulterated
Inspector’s notes
At the bar area, observed fruit flies in two bottles of alcohol. [CA] Food is adulterated if it bears or contains any poisonous or deleterious substance that may render it impure or injurious to health and shall be discarded immediately. [COS] Bottles of alcohol were VC&D due to contamination.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
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Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
On the right side of the 2 door reach in freezer, observed cove base tiles are separating from the wall. In the utility room for storage of the water heater, observed open holes and missing finishes in the walls and ceiling. In the kitchen area, observed broken/missing wall tiles. [CA] Ensure facility floors, walls, and ceilings are properly finished with approved materials that are approved, smooth, durable, and easily cleanable.
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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No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
In the dry storage room, observed rodent droppings on the floor underneath shelving. [CA] Ensure facility is kept free of vermin. Clean and sanitize all areas with activity. Seal all cracks, crevices, gaps, and holes to prevent an entrance Contact pest control to provide service for facility as necessary.
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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Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
At the bar, observed accumulation on dispensing nozzles for soda guns. [CA] Ensure dispensing nozzles are frequently cleaned and sanitized to prevent possible contamination of food/drinks.
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 wording
Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
In the walk-in refrigerator for alcohol and bread, measured ambient air temperature at 45F. [CA] Ensure refrigeration is maintained at 41F for any storage of potentially hazardous foods.
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 issuesOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Feb 18, 2026 · Original Source