Routine Inspection
Sep 17, 2026
8 recorded violations
Official wording
Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
Under counter refrigerator in cold prep unit has standing water inside; refrigerator is still maintaining ambient temperature below 40F. PIC indicated that a repair professional has been called to address the leak. PIC was instructed to clean out the standing water. [CA] All equipment in the facility shall me maintained in good repair. Residential grade freezer being used to store ice cream and frozen glasses. [CA] All kitchen equipment shall be ANSI approved.
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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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Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
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*REPEAT VIOLATION* Accumulation of dried food debris on meat slicer. PIC indicates that it is cleaned after every use. Buildup of mold-like growth inside soda nozzle. [CA] Food contact surfaces shall be kept clean and sanitized to prevent contamination of food and beverages. Meat slicer shall be thoroughly cleaned at least every 4 hours or as needed to prevent food debris buildup.
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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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Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
Hand wash sink near bar obstructed by garbage can. [CA] Hand wash sinks shall be accessible and unobstructed at all times.
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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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Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
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Two fly paper strips observed hanging from the ceiling in food prep areas above and around active food prep. [CA] Insect control devices shall be installed so that the devices are not located over a food handling area and such that dead insects and insect fragments are prevented from being impelled onto or falling on food or food contact surfaces.
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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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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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Dumpster lids left open [CA] Keep lids of dumpsters closed to prevent attraction and harborage of vermin.
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Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
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Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
Knife stored wedged between shelf and prep unit in bar. Scoop stored inside bulk rice bin with handle in contact with rice. [CA] Multi-use utensils shall be stored in such a way as to prevent contamination of food contact surfaces or the working part of the utensil. CO2 tank stored under bar counter is unsecured. [CA] Gas canisters shall be secured to a wall to reduce risk of injury.
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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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Food separated and protected
Inspector’s notes
French toast batter containing raw eggs stored on same shelf next to ready to eat chicken in under counter refrigerator near cook line. Frozen raw meat and chicken stored in chest freezer with fully cooked and ready to eat chicken. [CA] Raw foods of animal origin shall be stored below or separate from ready to eat foods. Uncovered containers of ready to eat food stored in walk in [CA] Keep unpackaged food in a covered container or bag to prevent contamination.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector’s notes
Paper towels and toilet paper sitting unprotected on counter of the men's restroom. [CA] Toilet paper and paper towels shall be provided in a permanently installed dispenser.
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, Sep 17, 2026 · Original Source