Routine Inspection
Aug 26, 2025
8 recorded violations
Official wording
Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
The tile floor in the walk-in refrigerator is missing the grout and has accumulation between the tiles. [CA]Clean and Repair the floor so that water and mildew are not collecting between the tiles.
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.
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Wiping cloths: properly used, stored
Inspector’s notes
Observed used wiping towels on table tops. [CA] The used wiping towels must be 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.
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Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
The employees in the meat department do not have food handler or FSC. [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.
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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.
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Food in good condition, safe, unadulterated
Inspector’s notes
The glass Gerber containers of baby food were expired a few weeks ago.[CA] Baby food or infant formula shall not be sold or offered for sale after the "use by" date. [CA] The employee pulled them all for return to the vendor.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
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Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
The ice cream freezer chest has accumulated debris inside. [CA] Clean and sanitize the soiled inside of the freezer.
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.
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Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
There is no soap at the hand sink in the meat department. [CA] Must use soap when washing hands. [SA] A bottle of soap was put next to the hand sink for proper hand washing.
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.
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Food separated and protected
Inspector’s notes
Observed boxes of food outside on the floor for sale display. [CA] Food shall be stored at least 6 inches above the floor to prevent contamination. [COS] The employees took them off of the floor and onto plastic containers.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector’s notes
Observed an unlabeled spray bottle. [CA] Label all spray bottles with the contents. According to the employee there is floor cleaner in the spray bottle.
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 unsafelyOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 26, 2025 · Original Source