Routine Inspection
Aug 12, 2026
8 recorded violations
Official wording
Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
Butcher area cutting board was scratched and scored. [CA] Surfaces of equipment such as cutting blocks and boards that are scratched and scored so that they can no longer be effectively be cleaned and sanitized shall be resurfaced or replaced.
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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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Thermometers provided, accurate
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Cold and hot holding units lack monitoring thermometer. [CA] The thermometer in the reach-in refrigerator shall be placed where it is easily visible while checking refrigerator temperature. Lack probe thermometer. [CA] An accurate easily readable metal probe thermometer (accurate to +/- 2°F) that is designed to measure the temperature of thin masses shall be provided and readily available to accurately measure the temperatures of potentially hazardous foods.
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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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Adequate ventilation/lighting; designated areas, use
Inspector’s notes
Restroom exhaust hood has a dust debris. [CA] Clean the dust off from the restroom exhaust fan.
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Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
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Food storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
Cardboard in use to line shelving. [CA] Discontinue the use of cardboard boxes to line shelves/flooring, use approved equipment made of materials that is easily cleanable, durable, smooth, and nonabsorbent.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Signs posted; last inspection report available
Inspector’s notes
Health permit was not posted in public view. [CA] The health permit issued by this department shall be posted in a conspicuous place in the food facility.
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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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Food separated and protected
Inspector’s notes
Chicken was stored above beef inside the freezer. [CA] Chicken shall be stored below beef according the proper storage according to their cooking tempuratures.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Lack mop rack. [CA] Mop rack or other devices not made available to hang and store cleaning tools.
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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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Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
Tamales were measured 130F. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. [SA] Adjust temperature setting. Chicharron were measured 80F. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. [SA] Adjust temperature setting. Refrigeration with Cheese and drinks were measured 52F. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. [SA] Move cheese to the working unit at 41F and below.
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 temperatureOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 12, 2026 · Original Source