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Santa Clara County, CA

Lucy's Mexican Grill

1687 Branham Ln

Last inspected Oct 15, 2025 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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2 inspections

Routine Inspection

Oct 15, 2025

Pass

3 recorded violations

minorCode K30Other

Official wording

Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s notes

Found food stored on the floor in walk-in-freezer. [CA] Food shall be stored a minimum of 6 iches off the floor.

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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

Found several scoops with handle in direct contact with food items at hot service line and bulk bin in back prep area. [CA] Store scoop handle in such a way that the handle does not come in direct contact with food to prevent contamination.

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 K01Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

Inspector’s notes

1. Lacking food safety certificate (FSC). [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. 2. Lacking food handlers card. [CA] Each food handler shall maintain a valid food handler card for the duration of his or her employment as food handler. A valid food handler card shall be provided within 30 days of after the date of hire.

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

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Oct 15, 2025 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Nov 5, 2024

Pass

4 recorded violations

minorCode K36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s notes

1. Found several grocery bags and black bag used for storage of food items in walk-in-freezer and prep area. [CA] Use approved food grade bags for the storage of food items. Discontinue using grocery bags. 2. Found scoops in direct contact with food items in ice machine and in dry bulk goods in back prep area. [CA] Store scoop handle in such a way that the handle does not come in direct contact with food to prevent contamination.

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 K41Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s notes

1. Found leaking faucet at hand wash station at front service line when water knob is off. [CA] Secure leak. 2. Found goose neck faucet for warewash sink having issues reaching first compartment sink. [CA] Provide an extension for warewash sink to ensure water is provide to all three compartment 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.

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minorCode K30Other

Official wording

Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s notes

Found container of food stored on floor in walk-in-freezer. [CA] Food shall be stored a minimum of 6 inches off floor.

In plain English

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

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minorCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s notes

Measured water temperature holding at 84F in restroom. Hand sink is under sensor system. Note: Measured hot water holding at 120F at warewash sink. [CA] Provide an adequate, pressurized, potable supply of warm water to be held between 100F - 108F. [COS] Final reading at 104F.

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

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Nov 5, 2024 · Original Source

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