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Santa Clara County, CA

Milldang

1488 Halford Av

Last inspected Jun 19, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.

The full inspection history

5 inspections

Follow-Up Inspection

Jun 19, 2026

Pass

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jun 19, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Jun 18, 2026

Closed

The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.

3 recorded violations

minorCode K30Other

Official wording

Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s notes

Observed food stored directly on the floor throughout the food preparation area and dry storage area. [CA] Food shall be stored six inches above the floor to prevent contamination and facilitate ease of cleaning.

In plain English

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

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minorCode K44Pests

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

1) Observed gaps in the wall throughout the facility due to cracked cove base between the wall and the floor. Observed electrical outlets throughout the facility are exposed. Observed hole in the ceiling above the water heater. [CA] Seal all gaps in the facility. The facility shall be fully enclosed to prevent pest entrance and harborage. 2) Observed back door was kept propped open at the time of inspection. [CA] Keep back door to the facility closed at all times.

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.

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criticalCode K23Pests

Official wording

No rodents, insects, birds, or animals

Inspector’s notes

1. Observed Vermin: Documented in the following areas: - One live juvenile German cockroach on the floor underneath the ovens. - One live adult German cockroach and two dead cockroaches in a sticky trap underneath the 3-compartment sink. (Sticky trap was placed as of last night.) - Numerous dead cockroaches on the floor throughout the facility including underneath the ovens, at the cook line, and under the 3-compartment sink. 2. Photographs: Taken for documentation purposes. 3. Supervisor Notified: Anjani Sircar. 4. Notification: The person in charge during inspection, Moon, has been informed that the facility must close immediately. [CA]: The premises of each food facility must be maintained free of vermin. A facility cannot operate if there is a vermin infestation that leads to contamination of food contact surfaces, packaging, utensils, food equipment, or adulteration of food. The facility is required to cease operations immediately and must remain closed until all corrective actions on the provided checklist are completed.

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

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jun 18, 2026 · Original Source

Follow-Up Inspection

Mar 5, 2026

Pass

2 recorded violations

criticalCode K08Other

Official wording

Time as a public health control; procedures & records

Inspector’s notes

Observed facility lacks time markings for salt breads as per TPHC (time as a public health control) procedures. Per PIC, salt breads were prepared 10 minutes prior to temperature measurement. [CA] When time only, rather than time and temperature is used as a public health control, Potentially Hazardous Foods shall be time marked to indicate when item is removed from temperature control, discarded if not consumed or served within 4 hours, and written procedures shall be readily available for review. [SA] Foods were time marked to be discarded within 4 hours of removal from temperature control.

In plain English

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

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minorCode K06Handwashing

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

At the only handwash sink in the kitchen, observed paper towel dispenser is empty. Nearby roll of paper towels is available. [CA] Handwash station shall be fully accessible and stocked with soap and single use towels 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.

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Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Mar 5, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Mar 2, 2026

Conditional Pass

9 recorded violations

minorCode K27Other

Official wording

Food separated and protected

Inspector’s notes

Observed multiple flour and bulk ingredient bags are open and uncovered. [CA] After opening, bulk ingredients shall be transferred to approved containers with tight fitting lids. Food shall be separated and protected from contamination.

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minorCode K30Other

Official wording

Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s notes

Observed multiple foods (flour bags) stored directly on the floor throughout the kitchen. [CA] Food shall be stored six inches above the floor to prevent contamination and facilitate ease of cleaning.

In plain English

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minorCode K01Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

Inspector’s notes

Actively working employees lack food handler cards. [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 K39Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Thermometers provided, accurate

Inspector’s notes

Observed refrigeration units are missing internal thermometers. [CA] A thermometer (accurate to +/- 2°F) shall be provided and correctly located in each hot and cold holding unit containing potentially hazardous foods.

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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minorCode K14Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized

Inspector’s notes

1) Observed employee drying dishes using a reusable wiping cloth. [CA] Discontinue use of reusable wiping cloth to dry dishes. Equipment and utensils must be air dried or properly stored to facilitate drying after sanitizing. 2) Observed accumulation of black and pink mold-like substance in the upper panel of the ice machine. No contamination of ice observed. [CA] Routinely clean and sanitize food contact surfaces.

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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minorCode K34Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips

Inspector’s notes

Facility lacks testing materials for sanitizer. [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.

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criticalCode K05Handwashing

Official wording

Hands clean, properly washed; gloves used properly

Inspector’s notes

Observed employee handling trash can and used wiping cloth, then proceeding to handle hardboiled eggs without an intermediate handwashing step. [CA] Employees are required to wash their hands: 1) before beginning work, 2) before handling food or clean equipment, 3) as often as necessary during food preparation to remove soil and contamination, 4) when switching from raw to ready to eat foods, 5) after touching body parts, 6) after coughing, sneezing, eating, or drinking, 7) after using the restroom, and 8) any time when contamination may occur. [COS] Specialist directed employee to properly wash hands. Contaminated eggs were discarded.

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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minorCode K35Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

1) Measured the ambient temperature of the walk-in cooler at 54F. [CA] Refrigeration units shall maintain foods at 41F or below. Discontinue storage of Potentially Hazardous Foods in this unit until repaired. 2) Observed facility has installed new equipment (display coolers (CW), deck oven (Softmill), dough conditioner (Softmill), under counter dishwasher) without prior approval from this department. Per PIC, most equipment was obtained internationally. [CA] Installation of new equipment shall be approved by this department. New and/or replacement food equipment shall be certified or classified for sanitation by an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited certification program (e.g. NSF, UL EPH, UL Sanitation, CSA Sanitation, or ETL Sanitation).

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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criticalCode K07Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot and cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

1) In the walk-in cooler, measured multiple Potentially Hazardous Foods including dairy and meat products from 54-56F. See measured observations. Per PIC, all items in the walk-in cooler were restocked yesterday. [CA] Potentially Hazardous Foods shall be kept at 41F or below or 135F or above. [COS] All Potentially Hazardous Foods were voluntarily condemned and discarded during inspection. See VC&D form. 2) In the front self-service area, measured multiple Potentially Hazardous Foods (baked goods containing dairy or meat) stored at ambient temperature from 60-70F. Per PIC, all baked goods are prepared at 9:00 AM (1 hour prior to temperature measurement). No time markings observed. [CA] Potentially Hazardous Foods shall be kept at 41F or below or 135F or above. [SA] All baked goods were time marked to be discarded by 1:00 PM (4 hours from time of initial cooking). Completed TPHC documentation during inspection.

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.

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Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Mar 2, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Feb 19, 2025

Pass

5 recorded violations

minorCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s notes

Hot running water measured up to 116F. [CA] Hot water shall be supplied at a minimum temperature of at least 120°F measured from the faucet throughout facility except at handwash sinks. [COS] Owner adjusted the water heater setting.

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.

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minorCode K30Other

Official wording

Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s notes

Food containers on floor in the kitchen and dry storage area. [CA] Keep food 6 inches off floor to prevent cross contamination. NOTE: Do not use milk crates to keep food off floor.

In plain English

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

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minorCode K44Pests

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Missing mop rack. [CA] Provide mop rack in the janitorial sink area to hand mop for quick drying. Hole in the ceiling above the hot water heater. [CA] Close all holes greater than 1/4 inches to prevent rodent and vermin entry.

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 K23Pests

Official wording

No rodents, insects, birds, or animals

Inspector’s notes

One dead cockroach was observed on the glue box in the dry storage area. [CA] Clean the area with cockroaches and work with the pest control service to eliminate the problem. NOTE: Facility has pest control service - pro active

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 K45Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

Missing tile at the main entrance to the kitchen base cove. [CA] Replace missing tile to the juncture of the floor and wall shall be coved with a 3/8-inch minimum radius coving and shall extend up the wall at least 4 inches.

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

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Feb 19, 2025 · Original Source

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