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Santa Clara County, CA

Malabar Coast

2777 El Camino Real

Last inspected Jul 8, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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2 inspections

Routine Inspection

Jul 8, 2026

Pass

10 recorded violations

minorCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s notes

Measured the maximum water temperature of the handwash sink outside the restroom at 75F. [CA] Water shall be supplied at a minimum of 100F at handwash stations.

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
minorCode K49Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Permits available

Inspector’s notes

Facility Environmental Health Permit has expired. Facility is operating without a valid health permit. [CA] A food facility shall not be open for business without a valid health permit.

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 K30Other

Official wording

Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s notes

Observed food stored directly on the floor of the walk-in cooler. [CA] Food shall be stored at least six inches above the floor to prevent contamination.

In plain English

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

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minorCode K27Other

Official wording

Food separated and protected

Inspector’s notes

Observed storage of raw shelled eggs over cooked, boiled eggs. [CA] All food shall be separated and protected from cross-contamination. Store all raw meat or other raw products of animal origin below ready-to-eat food items.

In plain English

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

Observed working utensils stored in standing, contaminated water. [CA] Utensils shall be stored in the following manner: 1) in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container, 2) in running water, 3) in a container of water at 135°F or above, 4) at room temperature if washed within 4 hours of initial use.

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
criticalCode K09Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cooling methods

Inspector’s notes

In the walk-in cooler, measured goat curry from 62-70F in a deep, plastic container. Per PIC, goat curry was cooked yesterday and stored at ambient temperatures overnight. [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] Goat curry was voluntarily condemned and discarded at the time of inspection. See VC&D form. Discussed cooling procedures with PIC.

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

Actively working employees lack food handler cards for review. [CA] All food handlers shall maintain a valid food handler card for the duration of their employment as a food handler. Food handler cards shall be available for review.

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 K34Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips

Inspector’s notes

1) Observed raw shrimp stored inside the middle compartment of the 3-compartment sink. [CA] Food preparation shall take place in designated food preparation sink. The 3-compartment sink shall be designated for warewashing only to prevent contamination. 2) Facility lacks sanitizer test strips. [CA] Testing equipment and materials shall be provided to adequately measure the applicable sanitization method used during manual or mechanical warewashing.

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 K41Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observed unapproved spray hose connected to the janitorial sink. Per PIC, hose is used for spraying dishes in the preparation sink. [CA] Discontinue use of unapproved hose. All plumbing and plumbing fixtures shall be installed in compliance with applicable local plumbing ordinances, shall be maintained so as to prevent any contamination, and shall be kept clean, fully operative, and in 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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
minorCode K06Handwashing

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

Observed lack of splash guard between the handwash sink and preparation sink. [CA] A minimum 6" high metal splash guard spanning the full length of the drainboard shall be installed if the handwash sink is installed less than 24" away from the warewash or food preparation drainboard.

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.

More about handwashing problems

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jul 8, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Jul 29, 2025

Pass

8 recorded violations

minorCode K26Food temperature

Official wording

Approved thawing methods used; frozen food

Inspector’s notes

Observed frozen beef packages and box of frozen fish thawing at room temperature. [CA] Frozen potentially hazardous food shall only be thawed in one of the following ways: 1) under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F or below, 2) completely submerged under potable running water for a period not to exceed two hours at a water temperature of 70°F or below, and with sufficient water velocity to agitate and flush off loose particles into the sink drain, 3) in a microwave oven if immediately followed by immediate preparation, 4) as part of a cooking process. [COS] Frozen beef and fish were relocated to the walk-in cooler.

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 K06Handwashing

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

Observed lack of splash guard between the handwash sink and preparation sink. [CA] A minimum 6" high metal splash guard spanning the full length of the drainboard shall be installed if the handwash sink is installed less than 24" away from the warewash or food preparation drainboard.

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.

More about handwashing problems
minorCode K44Pests

Official wording

Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing

Inspector’s notes

Observed gaps in the ceiling due to misaligned ceiling panels. Observed gap in the back door due to broken handle, and in between the bottom of the back door and ground, exposing facility to the outside. [CA] Seal all gaps in the facility. Facility shall be fully enclosed to prevent pest entrance and harborage.

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.

More about signs of rodents or insects
minorCode K27Other

Official wording

Food separated and protected

Inspector’s notes

Observed box of frozen fish stored on the drainboard of the 3-compartment sink. [CA] Food shall not be stored in areas where it is exposed to potential splash contamination. [COS] Frozen fish was relocated to the walk-in cooler.

In plain English

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

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minorCode K49Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Permits available

Inspector’s notes

Facility is operating without a valid health permit. [CA] A food facility shall not be open for business without a valid health permit.

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 K21Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s notes

Measured the maximum water temperature of the handwash sink outside the restroom at 75F. [CA] Water shall be supplied at a minimum of 100F at handwash stations.

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
minorCode K43Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned

Inspector’s notes

Observed toilet paper rolls are stored outside of the dispenser. [CA] Toilet tissue shall be provided in a permanently installed dispenser at each toilet.

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 K30Other

Official wording

Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s notes

1. Observed foods stored on the ground in the walk-in cooler. [CA] Food shall be stored six inches above the floor to prevent contamination. 2. Observed bulk bags containing rice are open and uncovered. [CA] After opening, bulk foods shall be transferred to approved food grade containers with tight fitting lids.

In plain English

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

More about other finding

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jul 29, 2025 · Original Source

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