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Santa Clara County, CA

New Tung Kee Noodle House #2

481 E Calaveras Bl

Last inspected May 27, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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More issues recentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.

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3 inspections

Routine Inspection

May 27, 2026

Pass

6 recorded violations

minorCode K36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s notes

Observed meat stored directly in plastic shopping bags in the walk-in freezer. [Corrective Action] Store in food grade bags.

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 issues
minorCode K44Pests

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Back door was observed left wide open. The air curtain was not working. [Corrective Action] Ensure air curtain is properly functioning when leaving the back door open or install screen door.

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 K21Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s notes

Warm water at the automatic handwash sink in the men's restroom was measured at 58 - 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Per PIC, the temperature is not rising because the dishwasher machine is in use and takes all the hot water away. [Corrective Action] Ensure warm water temperature at the automatic faucets at the handwash sinks in the restroom are be maintained between 100 - 108 degrees Fahrenheit.

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 K27Other

Official wording

Food separated and protected

Inspector’s notes

Boxes of meat observed stored directly on the floor in the walk-in freezer. [Corrective Action] Store all foods above 6 inches on approved shelving.

In plain English

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

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minorCode K40Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used, stored

Inspector’s notes

Damp wiping towels observed stored on the work surfaces at the service area. [Corrective Action] Maintain wiping towels in the sanitizing bucket when not actively using.

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
minorCode K45Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

Cracked flooring and worn down floor grout observed by the janitorial sink. [Corrective Action] Maintain floors 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 problems

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, May 27, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Jul 31, 2025

Pass

5 recorded violations

minorCode K26Food temperature

Official wording

Approved thawing methods used; frozen food

Inspector’s notes

Observed pork fat thawing on the shelf across from the mop sink. [Corrective Action] Frozen potentially hazardous food shall only be thawed in one of the following ways: 1) under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F or below, 2) completely submerged under potable running water for a period not to exceed two hours at a water temperature of 70°F or below, and with sufficient water velocity to agitate and flush off loose particles into the sink drain, 3) in a microwave oven if immediately followed by immediate preparation, 4) as part of a cooking process.

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 temperature
minorCode K45Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

Cracked floor tiles near the mop sink. [Corrective Action] Maintain floors 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 problems
minorCode K38Facility maintenance

Official wording

Adequate ventilation/lighting; designated areas, use

Inspector’s notes

Lighting in the walk-in cooler is very dim. [Corrective Action] Provide adequate lighting.

In plain English

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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minorCode K06Handwashing

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

Soap dispenser at the handwash sink in the kitchen is broken. Soap in a pump bottle available nearby. [Corrective Action] Replace the soap dispenser.

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 problems
minorCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s notes

Warm water at the handwash sinks in the restrooms were measured between 65 - 72 degrees Fahrenheit. [Corrective Action] Provide warm water between 100 - 108 degrees Fahrenheit at automatic faucets.

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 problems

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jul 31, 2025 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Oct 9, 2024

Pass

5 recorded violations

minorCode K44Pests

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observed back door left open without any barrier to prevent entry of pest. [Corrective Action] Provide a barrier such as a screen door or an air curtain when leaving the back door open.

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 K27Other

Official wording

Food separated and protected

Inspector’s notes

Observed raw ground meat stored above carrots in the 6 door island cooler in the kitchen. [Corrective Action] Store raw meat products below carrots or in a different location to prevent contamination.

In plain English

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

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minorCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s notes

Warm water at the handwash sink in the women's restroom was measured at 65 degrees Fahrenheit. [Corrective Action] Provide warm water between 100-108 degrees Fahrenheit at handwash sink where hot and cold water is pre-mixed.

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 problems
minorCode K34Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips

Inspector’s notes

Observed employee peeling shrimp at the 4 compartment warewash sink. [Corrective Action] Conduct food prep at the food prep sink.

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
minorCode K30Other

Official wording

Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s notes

Observed cabbage stored in plastic tub containers that does not appear to be food grade. Some plastic tubs observed cracked. [Corrective Action] Provide food grade tub containers to store food. Discard broken tubs.

In plain English

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

More about other finding

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Oct 9, 2024 · Original Source

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