Routine Inspection
Apr 3, 2026
5 recorded violations
Official wording
Wiping cloths: properly used, stored
Inspector’s notes
Observed used wiping cloths on the tables. [CA] The used wiping towels need to be stored in sanitizer between each use. [COS] The employee made the towel bucket with sanitizer for the towels.
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
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
The employee has an expired food handler card. [CA] Please retake the test for renewing the food handler card.
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 issuesOfficial wording
Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
The scoops in the bulk food bins that are at the prep table near the front door have the scoop handles touching the food in the bins. [CA] Store them with the handles not touching the food inside the bins.
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 wording
Food storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
Observed a few open bulk food bags. There are not enough bulk food storage bins. [CA] Once the bulk food bag is opened it must be placed into a container with the lid.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
Observed drain pipes in the floor sink near the ice machine. [CA] The drain tubes must be raised in order to provide an air gap between the tube and floor sink.
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 problemsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Apr 3, 2026 · Original Source