Follow-Up Inspection
Nov 26, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Nov 26, 2025 · Original Source
Santa Clara County, CA
Mountain Mike's Pizza
431 Blossom Hill Rd
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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
4 inspectionsFollow-Up Inspection
Nov 25, 2025
Closed
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
3 recorded violations
criticalCode K22Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Sewage and wastewater properly disposed
Inspector’s notes
When testing hot water at three compartment sink. observed drain line heavily leaking onto the floor. Water went to floor drain which backed up and flooded the main kitchen. [CA] Food facility shall not operate if there is sewage overflowing or backing up in the food facility. The food facility, or impacted areas, shall remain closed until all plumbing problems have been corrected and all contaminated surfaces have been cleaned and sanitized.
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 problemscriticalCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Hot and cold water available
Inspector’s notes
Hot water heater has been replaced however, hot water measured up to 115F and then dropped to 80F. [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.
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 problemsminorCode K49Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
Permits available
Inspector’s notes
Observed employee preparing order, per PIC, if orders were placed online, they were fulfilling the order yesterday and this morning. Explained again to PIC that the food facility permit was suspended during yesterday's routine inspection and there was to be no food preparation/service during the facility closure. Per PIC, he understands and will no longer be serving food. Informed PIC that the facility will be issued a Notice of Violation. [CA] A food facility shall not be open for business without a valid health permit. CEASE AND DESIST ALL ACTIVITIES. A permit shall be issued by this department when investigation has determined that the proposed facility and its method of operation meets the specifications of the approved plans or conforms to the requirements set forth by this department. Please contact local health department at 408-918-3400 to obtain a valid health permit.
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 record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Nov 25, 2025 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Nov 24, 2025
Closed
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
4 recorded violations
minorCode K01Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
Food handler cards are expired for employees on site. [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.
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 issuesminorCode K33Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
Observed heavy accumulation of mold like substance/food debris inside walk in fridge.[CA] Clean and sanitize walk in fridge and maintain in good condition.
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 K45Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
Observed cove base to be in disrepair throughout facility. [CA] Repair/replace cove base and maintain in good condition.
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 K21Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Hot and cold water available
Inspector’s notes
Hot water measured up to 96F, after allowing water to run, water dropped to 82F. Per PIC, he had used a lot of hot water in the morning making the pizza dough. Waited 30 minutes without using water, temperature measured 117F and then immediately dropped to 95F and did not come back up. After another ten minutes, hot water was measured again and went up to 111F and then immediately dropped back down to 95F. [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. Facility is hereby closed until the ability to provided and sustain hot water at 120F has been corrected. Please contact 408-918-3480 once hot water has been corrected to schedule a follow up inspection to reopen facility.
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, Nov 24, 2025 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Dec 26, 2024
Pass
2 recorded violations
minorCode K36Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
In the preparation refrigerator insert, large plastic bowl used as scoop for mozzarella cheese. [CA] Provide scoop with handle. Store scoop handle in such a way that the handle does not come in direct contact with food to prevent contamination.
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 K06Handwashing
Official wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
1) Trash can blocking handwash station. [CA] Ensure handwash station is unobstructed and accessible at all times. 2) No hand soap available in womens restroom. [CA] Ensure hand soap is 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, Dec 26, 2024 · Original Source