Routine Inspection
Jan 9, 2026
7 recorded violations
Official wording
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector’s notes
THE RESTROOM DOORS DO NOT SELF CLOSE. [CA] PROVIDE SELF CLOSING DOORS.
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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Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
FOUND THE HAND WASH SINK IN CLOSE PROXIMITY WITH THE FOOD PREPARATION TABLE IN THE KITCHEN. [CA] [CA] PROVIDE A MINIMUM 6" HIGH METAL SPLASH GUARD SPANNING THE FULL LENGTH OF THE SINK.
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
FOUND A TRAY WITH MENUDO MEAT STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK IN COOLER. [CA] STORE FOOD 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
FOUND A CELL PHONE STORED ON THE FOOD PREPARATION TABLE IN THE KITCHEN. [CA] STORE PERSONAL ITEMS SEPARATE AND AWAY FROM FOOD OR FOOD RELATED 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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial wording
Proper eating, tasting, drinking, tobacco use
Inspector’s notes
FOUND AN EMPLOYEE DRINKING JUICE IN THE KITCHEN. [CA] ENSURE THE EMPLOYEES EAT IN AN AREA AWAY AND SEPARATE FROM FOOD OR FOOD RELATED ITEMS.
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
More about employee hygiene or health policy issuesOfficial wording
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
MISSING THE FOOD HANDLER'S CARDS FOR THE FOOD EMPLOYEES. [CA] PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER'S CARDS.
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 wording
Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
FOUND A CO2 TANK NOT FASTENED TO A RIGID STRUCTURE IN THE DRY STORAGE ROOM. [CA] FASTEN TANK TO A RIGID STRUCTURE.
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 record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jan 9, 2026 · Original Source