Routine Inspection
Nov 12, 2025
7 recorded violations
Official wording
Consumer advisory for raw or undercooked foods
Inspector’s notes
A consumer advisory is not provided on the menu for the sale of raw fish. [CA] Provide consumer disclosed and reminder for the sale of raw or undercooked animal-derived foods. Handout provided.
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 temperatureOfficial wording
Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
Observed the use of cups to scoop bulk products stored within the dry storage room. [CA] Use approved utensils such as scoops or spoons with handles to ensure hands do not come in direct contact with food.
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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Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
Cardboard used to line shelving below the soup warmer. [CA] Discontinue the use of cardboard boxes to line shelves/flooring, use approved equipment made of materials that is easily cleanable, durable, smooth, and nonabsorbent.
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 issuesOfficial wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Personal tums stored directly next to soup warmer at the storage shelf. [CA] Personal care items (medication/vitamins) shall bear a legible manufacturer's label and stored in a designated storage area for personal 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.
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Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
Measured mayo based sauce at 72 F stored within a squeeze bottle at room temperature. PIC stated the sauce was made at 11am. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. [COS] Sauce discarded following the lunch service (less than four hours). Measured tempura shrimp at 46 F and raw fish at 43 F within the 2 door preparation refrigerator. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. [COS] Temperature of the unit decreased. Temperature remeasured at 38 F.
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 temperatureOfficial wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
The hand washing sink compartment within the kitchen partially blocked by the storage of a rice cooker. [CA] Handwashing facility shall be clean, unobstructed, and accessible at all times. [COS] Hand washing station made fully accessible.
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 storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
Container of mushrooms stored on the floor of the kitchen. Bulk flour bags stored on the floor of the dry storage area. [CA] Food shall be stored at least 6 inches above the floor to prevent contamination.
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, Nov 12, 2025 · Original Source