Follow-Up Inspection
Aug 28, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 28, 2026 · Original Source
Santa Clara County, CA
Mexico Bakery Super Mercado
2243 Alum Rock Av
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6 inspectionsRoutine Inspection
Aug 24, 2026
Closed
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
8 recorded violations
minorCode K06Handwashing
Official wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
MISSING PAPER TOWELS AT THE HAND WASH SINK IN THE BACK. [CA] PROVIDE PAPER TOWELS AT ALL TIMES. COS
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 problemsminorCode K44Pests
Official wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
FOUND A TIRE, A TRASH BIN AND OTHER CLUTTER IN THE BACK ROOM. [CA] THE PREMISES OF A FOOD FACILITY SHALL BE FREE OF LITTER AND ITEMS THAT ARE UNNECESSARY TO THE OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF THE FACILITY, SUCH AS EQUIPMENT THAT IS NONFUNCTIONAL OR NO LONGER USED. FOUND A JACKET STORED ON THE FOOD PREP TABLE IN THE SMALL FOOD PREP ROOM. [CA] STORE PERSONAL ITEMS SEPARATE AND AWAY FROM FOOD OR FOOD RELATED ITEMS.
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 insectsminorCode K27Other
Official wording
Food separated and protected
Inspector’s notes
FOUND RAW CHICKEN STORED ABOVE BEVERAGE CANS IN THE DISPLAY REFRIGERATOR. [CA] STORE RAW CHICKEN BELOW READY TO DRINK BEVERAGES OR FOOD.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode K35Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
FOUND CARDBOARD LINING THE SHELVES IN THE SMALL FOOD PREP ROOM. [CA] REMOVE THE CARDBOARD.
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 issuesminorCode K14Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
THE CHLORINE CONCENTRATION AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IS AT 200 PPM. [CA] PROVIDE 100 PPM CHLORINE SANITIZER.
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 problemscriticalCode K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
FOUND LIVE AND DEAD COCKROACHES ON THE FOOD PREPARATION TABLES, IN THE HAND WASH SINK IN THE BACK, CRAWLING ON THE WALL AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK NEAR THE BACK IRON CURTAIN DOOR, ON THE FLOOR NEAR THE ICE MACHINE, INSIDE THE CHURRO DISPLAY CASE, ON BAKING TRAYS, INSIDE CONTAINERS, ON TO GO PLASTIC CONTAINERS IN THE SMALL FOOD PREP ROOM, ON THE FLOOR IN THE RESTROOM . [CA] FOOD FACILITIES SHALL NOT HAVE ANY COCKROACHES ON THE PREMISES. REMOVE THE COCKROACHES, CLEAN THE FACILITY, MOVE THE EQUIPMENT TO CHECK AND SEAL ANY GAPS OR CREVICES ON THE WALLS, FLOORS AND CEILINGS WHERE THE COCKROACHES MAY BE ENTERING THE BUILDING. DISCARD ANY FOOD THAT MAY BE CONTAMINATED BY THE COCKROACHES. REMOVE ANY UNUSED EQUIPMENT OR CLUTTER. REMOVE ANY ENCRUSTED FOOD ON THE FOOD PREPARATION TABLES, UNDER EQUIPMENT, ON THE FLOORS AND WALLS. CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL SURFACES PRIOR TO CONTACTING THE DEPARTMENT. NOTE: ONE RE-INSPECTION WILL BE FREE OF CHARGE, IF ADDITIONAL RE-INSPECTIONS ARE NEEDED FOR THE SAME ISSUE, THEY WILL BE CHARGED AT $282 PER HOUR DURING BUSINESS HOURS, MINIMUM ONE HOUR OR $645/2-HOUR MINIMUM DURING NON-BUSINESS HOURS, AND UPON INSPECTOR AVAILABILITY. CALL MARCELA AT 408-687-3451 WHEN READY FOR A RE-INSPECTION. FOUND FRUIT FLIES IN THE BACK OF THE STORE AND MEAT DEPARTMENT. [CA] REMOVE THE FLIES.
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 insectsminorCode K33Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
FOUND MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE ON THE TOP INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. [CA] CLEAN THIS AREA MORE OFTEN.
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 problemsminorCode K43Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector’s notes
THE RESTROOM DOOR DOES NOT SELF CLOSE. [CA] PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DOOR.
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 record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 24, 2026 · Original Source
Follow-Up Inspection
Dec 2, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Dec 2, 2025 · Original Source
Risk Factor Inspection
Nov 21, 2025
Conditional Pass
3 recorded violations
minorCode K05Handwashing
Official wording
Hands clean, properly washed; gloves used properly
Inspector’s notes
Observed employee working with raw meat, put gloves on and was about to serve a customer ready to eat sour cream in a container. [CA] Properly wash hands with soap, warm water and dry using single use paper towels as required. Gloves shall be properly used and changed when required. [COS] Specialist intervened and instructed employee to wash hands prior to changing tasks.
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 problemscriticalCode K18Other
Official wording
Compliance with variance/ROP/HACCP Plan
Inspector’s notes
***REPEAT VIOLATION Inspector Observations: Facility is dehydrating meat in a commercial dehydrator with no approved HACCP plan or CDFA meat processing license. Observed meat in dehyrator measure 69F, equipment was turned off. [CA] Food facility shall obtain a HACCP plan approval for all alternate practice or procedure. Facility is to discontinue drying meat until State approval is obtained. Contact CDFA for more information on licensing for meat processing: 916-900-5004 Contact CDPH for more information on licensing for juice processing: 800-495-3232 Facility shall remove dehydrator equipment from premises. [COS] Meat was voluntarily discarded - see VC&D report.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingcriticalCode K06Handwashing
Official wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
***REPEAT VIOLATION Inspector Observations: Only hand sink in the meat department is lacking soap in the dispenser. Hand sink in the back warehouse is lacking paper towels in the dispenser. [CA] Handwashing facilities shall be equipped with handwashing cleanser and single-use sanitary towels in dispensers. [COS] PIC provided a pump soap dispenser and paper towels. Maintain soap and paper towel dispensers stocked at all times.
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 problemsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Nov 21, 2025 · Original Source
Follow-Up Inspection
Oct 15, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Oct 15, 2025 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Oct 10, 2025
Conditional Pass
9 recorded violations
minorCode K14Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
Observed food residue on table mounted can opener. [CA] Wash, rinse and sanitize can opener before use to prevent cross contamination.
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 problemsminorCode K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
Multiple fruit flies are observed near the juice station. [CA] Food facility shall be kept free of non-disease carrying insects, weevils, ants, gnats, and fruit flies.
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 insectsminorCode K19Food temperature
Official wording
Consumer advisory for raw or undercooked foods
Inspector’s notes
Facility cooks ceviche shrimp in lemon; no consumer advisory observed. [CA] If an animal food, including beef, EGGs, FISH, lamb, milk, pork, POULTRY, or shellfish, is served or sold raw, undercooked, or without otherwise being processed to eliminate pathogens, either in ready to eat form or as an ingredient in another ready to eat food , the PERMIT HOLDER shall inform consumers of the significantly increased risk of consuming those FOODs by way of a disclosure pursuant to subdivision (b) and reminder pursuant to subdivision (c), using brochures, deli case or menu advisories, label statements, table tents, placards, or other effective written means. Add statement on display case stating: Consuming raw or undercooked meats, POULTRY, seafood, shellfish, or EGGs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions. Add an asterisk sign next to the ceviche.
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 temperatureminorCode K45Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
Floor in the small work room for cake decorating is unclean. [CA] Walls and/or floors in food preparation area shall be kept clean.
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 problemsminorCode K32Food source and labeling
Official wording
Food properly labeled and honestly presented
Inspector’s notes
Some individually packaged gelatins and slices of cake lack a label; per PIC cakes and gelatins are delivered from Mexico Bakery. [CA] Food prepackaged in a food facility shall bear a label with the following: 1) common name of the food, 2) list of ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight, 3) quantity of contents, 4) name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor. Discussed with PIC to ensure all delivered products have a proper label.
In plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemscriticalCode K06Handwashing
Official wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
Only hand sink in the meat department is lacking soap and paper towels. [CA] Handwashing facilities shall be equipped with handwashing cleanser and single-use sanitary towels in dispensers. [SA] PIC provided a pump soap dispenser and paper towels from the sales floor. Maintain soap and paper towel dispensers stocked at all times.
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 problemscriticalCode K18Other
Official wording
Compliance with variance/ROP/HACCP Plan
Inspector’s notes
Facility is dehydrating meat in a commercial dehydrator with no approved HACCP plan or CDFA meat processing license. Observed meat in dehyrator between 82F - 87F, equipment was turned off; per PIC meat has been in unit for about 6 hours. Facility is making fresh juice, bottling the juice and selling it in an ice bath; no label observed or CDPH license provided. Per PIC, juice is made daily. [CA] Food facility shall obtain a HACCP plan approval for all alternate practice or procedure. Facility is to discontinue juicing and drying meat until State approval is obtained. Contact CDFA for more information on licensing for meat processing: 916-900-5004 Contact CDPH for more information on licensing for juice processing: 800-495-3232 [COS] Meat was voluntarily discarded [SA] Juice was removed from the sales floor.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode K07Food temperature
Official wording
Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
Several PHFs are measured 43F inside the merchandiser. Per PIC, foods were recently delivered. Open jug of milk is at 46F; per PIC, milk is used for coffee orders. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above.
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 temperatureminorCode K27Other
Official wording
Food separated and protected
Inspector’s notes
1. Facility makes aguas frescas and has 2 large plastic containers with a scoop for self serve; container is covered with aluminum. Gelatin and cakes decorated in house are stored without any covering/lid inside the customer reach in. [CA] All food shall be separated and protected from possible contamination. [COS] Agua fresca was brought inside facility. Ensure agua fresca is served only by food handler. Staff began to place cakes in cake containers with lids. 2. Open jug of milk used for consumers for coffee is stored in merchandiser next to other sealed beverages for sale. [COS] Milk was relocated to the back away from customer self serve.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Oct 10, 2025 · Original Source