Follow-Up Inspection
Apr 7, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Apr 7, 2026 · Original Source
Santa Clara County, CA
Nha Hotspot
2133 Morrill Av
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7 inspectionsRoutine Inspection
Apr 3, 2026
Conditional Pass
7 recorded violations
minorCode K45Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
Observed a large opening in the ceiling by the back door. [Corrective Action] Repair the ceiling 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 K01Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
1. Lack of Food Safety Certificate. [Corrective Action] Food facilities that prepare, handle, or serve non-prepackaged potentially hazard foods shall have a valid Food Safety Certificate available for review at all times. 2. Employee Food Handler's Card not available for review. [Corrective Action] 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 K43Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector’s notes
Lack of self-closing device on the restroom doors. [Corrective Action] Install self-closing device on the restroom 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Hot and cold water available
Inspector’s notes
Hot water at the 3 compartment sink was measured at 109 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the cold water knob not able to fully close. [Corrective Action] Hot water shall be provided at a minimum temperature of 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Repair the cold water knob.
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 K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
Observed rodent dropping on the floor in the following areas, under the water heater, the back storage room, the side storage room, and work tables at the bar. [Corrective Action] Clean and sanitize areas of old rodent droppings. Maintain facility free of vermin, pest and rodent droppings. [Corrected on Site] Person in charge cleaned it.
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 insectscriticalCode K14Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
1. MAJOR. Active warewashing observed and chlorine sanitizer in the 3 compartment sink was measured at 0 ppm. Per employee, the dispenser is broken. [Corrective Action] Ensure chlorine sanitizer is maintained at 100 ppm. Repair the chlorine sanitizer dispenser. [Suitable Alternative] Employee manually added bleach into the sanitizing compartment. 2. MINOR. Grime and slime accumulation on the plastic panel in the ice machine. [Corrective Action] Thoroughly clean and sanitize.
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 K22Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Sewage and wastewater properly disposed
Inspector’s notes
Waste water at the mop sink is not draining. [Corrective Action] Ensure water is properly draining.
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, Apr 3, 2026 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Oct 30, 2025
Pass
6 recorded violations
minorCode K45Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
1. All four walls in the kitchen are dirty. [Corrective Action] Clean the walls and maintain clean. 2. Heavy grime accumulation in the floor sink under the prep sink at the service area. [Corrective Action] Thoroughly clean and maintain clean.
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 K35Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
Rubber seal on the chest freezer observed separating from the lid. [Corrective Action] Repair or replace the seal.
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 K43Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector’s notes
Lack of self-closing device on the restroom door by lotto machine. [Corrective Action] Install a self-closing device on the restroom door.
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 K01Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
Facility lack manager's Food Safety Certificate. [Corrective Action] Food facilities that prepare, handle, or serve non-prepackaged potentially hazard foods shall have a valid Food Safety Certificate available for review at all times.
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 K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
Rodent droppings observed on the cardboard boxes in the dry storage room. [Corrective Action] Clean areas of rodent droppings. Recommend obtaining pest control service.
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 insectsminorCode K14Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
1. Grime accumulation inside both ice machines. [Corrective Action] Thoroughly clean and sanitize inside both ice machines. Create a cleaning schedule for the ice machine. 2. Staining or old coffee residue observed in the cooler for ice storage at the service area. [Corrective Action] Thoroughly clean and sanitize the cooler.
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, Oct 30, 2025 · Original Source
Follow-Up Inspection
Jun 25, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jun 25, 2025 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Jun 18, 2025
Pass
6 recorded violations
minorCode K43Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector’s notes
Lack of self-closing device on the restroom door next to the ATM machine. [Corrective Action] Install self-closing device on the restroom door.
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 K01Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
Lack of manager's Food Safety Certification. [Corrective Action] Obtain the manager's Food Safety Certificate.
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 K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
Rat droppings observed on the floor under the water heater, on the floor under shelving in the back and side storage rooms. [Corrective Action] Thoroughly clean and maintain clean.
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 insectsminorCode K45Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
1. Grime accumulation on all four walls in the kitchen. [Corrective Action] Thoroughly clean and maintain clean. 2. Heavy grime accumulation in the floor sink under the prep sink in the kitchen.
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 K36Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
Handle of the ice scoop observed completely submerged under ice in the ice machine next to the beer tap dispensers. [Corrective Action] Store ice scoop so that handle does not touch ice.
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 K41Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
Water leak on the drain pipe at the prep sink in the kitchen. [Corrective Action] Repair to stop the leak.
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, Jun 18, 2025 · Original Source
Follow-Up Inspection
Feb 5, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
minorCode K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
Observed old rodent droppings on the floor under the wire rack and under the water heater. [Corrective Action] Clean and sanitize areas of old rodent droppings.
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 record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Feb 5, 2025 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Jan 21, 2025
Pass
6 recorded violations
criticalCode K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
1. MAJOR. Rodent dropping observed on the floor under the water heater, on canned food and plates in the dry storage room. [Corrective Action] A food facility shall be free of rodents and rodent droppings. Clean up areas where dropping were observed. [Suitable Alternative] Canned foods voluntarily discarded. Rodent droppings swept. 2. Observed customer dog in the dining room. [Corrective Action] No live animals may be allowed in a food facility, except in the following situations; decorative fish or shellfish in aquarium, animals intended for consumption if kept separated from other food and food contact surfaces, dogs under the control of on-duty uniformed law enforcement or private patrol, outdoor dining areas, and service animals.
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 insectsminorCode K36Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
Observed ice scoop submerged under ice in the ice machine in the storage room at the service area. [Corrective Action] Store the ice scoop in a clean and dry area.
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 K44Pests
Official wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Observed gap under the back screen door and back door. [Corrective Action] Install device to prevent gaps larger than 1/4 inch.
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 insectsminorCode K43Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector’s notes
Lack of self-closing device on the restroom door next to the lotto machine. [Corrective Action] Install a self-closing device.
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 K01Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
1.Lack of Food Safety Certificate. [Corrective Action] Obtain the Food Safety Certificate. 2. Lack of Food Handler's Card. [Corrective Action] All employees shall have a Food Handler's Card.
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 K45Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
1.Grime and dust accumulation on all four walls in the kitchen. [Corrective Action] Thoroughly clean all the walls in the kitchen and maintain clean. 2. All floor sinks in the facility observed having grime accumulation. [Corrective Action] Thoroughly clean and maintain clean. 3. Accumulation of old food debris under the work table at the service area. [Corrective Action] Thoroughly clean and maintain clean.
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, Jan 21, 2025 · Original Source