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Santa Clara County, CA

Nick The Greek

322 University Av

Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.

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2 inspections

Routine Inspection

Aug 26, 2026

Pass

10 recorded violations

minorCode K29Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Inspector’s notes

Unlabeled chemical spray bottles noted. [CA] Label spray bottles with name of contents.

In plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely
minorCode K09Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cooling methods

Inspector’s notes

Chicken skewers in drawer unit below cookline measured between 48-55. [CA] [CA] Properly cool PHF's using shallow containers, using no more than 2 inches for solid foods and no more than 3 inches for liquids. Meat skewers and containers of chicken transferred to refrigerators downstairs. Recommend to store back stock of meat (chicken pieces, chicken skewers) in downstairs refrigerator and refill drawers in main kitchen as needed.

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 K30Other

Official wording

Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s notes

Unlabeled dry bulk ingredients (rice, salt, breadcrumbs etc). [CA] Label bulk dry food with ingredient name. [COS]. Container of potatoes observed on top of a trash can. [CA] Store food on prep table or shelving. [COS]

In plain English

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

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minorCode K06Handwashing

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

Trash can noted in front of hand sink [CA] Keep hand sink unobstructed at all times. [COS]

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 K27Other

Official wording

Food separated and protected

Inspector’s notes

Observed raw eggs above ready to eat food in walk in cooler and single door unit downstairs. [CA] Store raw eggs below ready to eat food. [COS]

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

Measured hot water between 104-120F at 3 comp sink. Temperature of water fluctuates when turned on. [CA] Ensure hot water at the 3 comp sink/prep sink is able to consistently provide minimum of 120F of hot water.

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 K39Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Thermometers provided, accurate

Inspector’s notes

Lack of thermometer for white freezer downstairs. [CA] Provide a thermometer.

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 K36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s notes

Observed knife stored in between food prep units in the main kitchen. [CA] Store knife on table or in a sanitary container between uses.

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
criticalCode K07Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot and cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

Measured containers of tzakiki and cut tomatoes in prep unit next to pass through window between 55-57F. [CA] Maintain potentially hazardous food 41F at all times. Keep individual covers on containers during lunch rush and provide ice sheets where individual sauce containers are held. [COS] Food was discarded in trash.

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 K01Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

Inspector’s notes

Lack of food handler cards and food safety manager certificate on site. [CA] Keep copies available on site for review. At least one person must be food safety certified.

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 issues

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 26, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

May 28, 2025

Pass

5 recorded violations

minorCode K06Handwashing

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

Soap dispenser unable to dispense soap at hand sink next to fryer. [CA] Keep dispenser in good repair. [COS] Soap in another container was provided.

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
criticalCode K07Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot and cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

Measured top layers of falafel in container at prep unit (top portion) between 48-50F. Measured top layers of containers of taziki at 50F. [CA] Maintain potentially hazardous food 41F and below. Provide covers for food and fill containers half way. [COS] Food was transferred to bottom of unit to cool down and temperature of unit was decreased to 33F (initially at 35F).

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 K09Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cooling methods

Inspector’s notes

Measured cooked mushrooms at 86F in a covered container cooling in drawer unit below cook line. Mushrooms were cooked on grill 1-2 hours ago and kept in drawer. [CA] Cool food uncovered in reach in unit or ice bath prior to placing in drawer unit. Cool food from 135F-70F in 4 hours.

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 K30Other

Official wording

Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s notes

Observed containers/box of food stored on floor in walk in. [CA] Store food 6 inches off of floor on dunnage racks or shelving.

In plain English

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

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minorCode K27Other

Official wording

Food separated and protected

Inspector’s notes

Observed raw chicken and raw eggs stored above ready to eat food (produce) in walk in cooler. [CA] Store raw animal proteins below ready to eat food.

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, May 28, 2025 · Original Source

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