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Lucy's Mexican Grill

615 Blossom Hill Rd

Last inspected Jun 25, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.

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3 inspections

Routine Inspection

Jun 25, 2026

Pass

7 recorded violations

minorCode K40Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used, stored

Inspector’s notes

Observed used wiping towel not stored in sanitizer between each use. [CA] Store the used towels in a bucket with sanitizer between each use.

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 problems
minorCode K07Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot and cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

The temperature in the walk in is approximately 44 degrees F. [CA] All PHFs must be held at 41 degrees F and below The employee stated that they will keep the door closed since the lunch rush ended to bring temperature back down. Adjust it to stay 41 degrees Fa nd below and accommodate for the hot summer days in the kitchen. Remove all PHFs and place into the freezer or properly working refrigerators at 41 degrees and below if the walk in cooler does not hold PHFs 41 degrees F max. A reinspection will be completed.

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 temperature
minorCode K30Other

Official wording

Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s notes

The food storage bins do not have labels. [CA] Write the contents on the bins.

In plain English

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

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minorCode K45Cleaning and sanitizing

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Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

Observed old food particles accumulated behind the cook line. {CA]Clean the floors thoroughly. Observed the grout behind the dish sink to be turning black. [CA] Remove this and replace it.

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 problems
minorCode K29Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Inspector’s notes

Observed the spray bottle with toxic cleaner unlabeled. [CA] Label it with the contents.

In plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely
minorCode K35Equipment and utensils

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Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity

Inspector’s notes

The faucet at the dish washing sink is in need of repair and sprays out forcefully from the handle area once you turn the water on. [CA] Repair the faucet. Observed the bin for salt to not be food grade storage. [CA] Replace it with approved type container for food grade.

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

No employees in the kitchen had a food handler card nor a FSC. [CA] [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. At least one employee must have a FSC.

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, Jun 25, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Jan 28, 2026

Pass

7 recorded violations

minorCode K33Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

The floor of the walk in is soiled with food particles. [CA] Thoroughly clean the floors in the walk in.

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 problems
minorCode K14Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized

Inspector’s notes

The walk in refrigerator door had a particle of raw meat on the handle. [CA] Do not touch any other items after touching raw meat, eggs, seafood, or poultry until after washing hand properly. If gloves are being used then they must be removed then hands washed before touching any other items/ task change. [CA] Employee sanitized the door handle and washed hands.

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 problems
criticalCode K07Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot and cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

The rice and beans are at approximately 130 degrees F less than 4 hours. [CA] They must be on the warmer at 135 degrees F. [CA] The steam table was turned higher and held food at 135 degrees F minimum.

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 temperature
minorCode K40Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used, stored

Inspector’s notes

Observed several used wiping towels on table tops in the kitchen. [CA] The used towels must be stored in sanitizer between each use.

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 problems
minorCode K36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s notes

The scoops are stored in bins with the handle touching the food. [CA] The scoops must be stored with the handle not touching the food. Observed bowls being used. [CA] Use only scoops with handles.

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

No FSC available and not all cooks have a food handler 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. 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 issues
minorCode K10Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cooking time & temperatures

Inspector’s notes

Observed hot food set up to cool during inspection. The containers were plastic and about 7 inches deep with meat and rice. [CA] [CA] Cool foods using approved containers which facilitate heat transfer, such as metal. [CA] Properly cool PHF's using shallow containers, using no more than 2 inches for solid foods and no more than 3 inches for liquid [CA] After heating or hot holding, Potentially Hazardous Foods (PHFs) shall be cooled rapidly from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours. Approved cooling methods include: 1) Placing the food in shallow pans 2) Separating the food into thinner or smaller portions. 3) Using rapid cooling equipment (Ex. blast chiller) 4) Using containers that facilitate heat transfer (ex. stainless steel) 5) Adding ice as an ingredient. 6) Using ice paddles 7) Using an ice bath and stirring frequently 8) Accordance with a HACCP plan. Cooling foods shall have enough space around the containers for cold air to circulate, be loosely covered, or uncovered and stirred as frequently needed to evenly cool. [COS] The employees corrected the issue.

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 temperature

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jan 28, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Jun 5, 2025

Pass

4 recorded violations

minorCode K36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s notes

Observed the thin plastic shopping bags being used for direct food contact in the freezer for several food items.[CA] Use only food grade storage bags, containers, plastic wrap, etc that is approved for direct food contact storage.

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 K09Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cooling methods

Inspector’s notes

Observed cooling in the large gray plastic bins. It is about 6 inches deep with rice that was just cooked and poured into it during inspection. [CA] Cool foods using approved containers which facilitate heat transfer, such as metal. [CA] Properly cool PHF's using shallow containers, using no more than 2 inches for solid foods and no more than 3 inches for liquids.

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 temperature
minorCode K01Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

Inspector’s notes

No employee that works here has a food safety certificate. Employees helping to prepare food do not have a food handler card. [CA] At least one employee must have a food safety certificate and all employees must have a food handler card if they will help prepare food.

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
minorCode K39Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Thermometers provided, accurate

Inspector’s notes

Observed not thermometer in the refrigerator. [CA] Replace the missing thermometer in the upright refrigerator to monitor that it keeps food 41 degrees F and below.

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

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jun 5, 2025 · Original Source

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