Routine Inspection
Nov 19, 2025
6 recorded violations
Official wording
Hot and cold water available
Inspector’s notes
3 comp sink hot water valve was turned off in the beginning of inspection. Hot water measured up to 114F until the hot water stopped dispensing. After turning on the valve, maximum water temperature measured at 117F. [CA]: Hot water shall be supplied at a minimum temperature of at least 120°F measured from the faucet throughout facility except at handwash sinks. Discontinue turning off hot water valve. Note: maximum water temperature in the facility measured at 117F.
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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Hands clean, properly washed; gloves used properly
Inspector’s notes
Employee handled cellphone and then proceeded to handle food without washing hands prior. [CA]: Employees shall properly wash hands when changing gloves, when changing tasks, prior to handling food, utensils or equipment, after touching body parts, and when contamination occurs or as required. Employees shall use designated hand sink, soap and disposable paper towels to wash hands. [COS]: Employee washed hands at hand 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
1. Containers of food stored on the floor. [CA]: Food shall be stored at least 6 inches elevated from the floor on approved shelving that is easily cleanable (ex. Dunnage racks) 2. Open bags of food observed at dry storage rack. [CA]: All open bags of dry food shall be transferred or stored in food grade containers and covered with a fitted lid.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
1. No proof of a valid food safety manager certification on site at the time of the inspection [CA]: Provide proof of a valid food safety manager certification. Food facilities that prepare, handle, or serve non-prepackaged Potentially Hazardous Food shall have a valid food safety manager certificate available on site for review at all times. 2. Food handler training card not observed on site at the time of inspection. [CA]: 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.
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Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
Scoops stored in a dipper well with running water in an insufficient rate to flush away loose particles. [CA]: Scoops and utensils shall be stored in a dipper well with running water at a rate sufficient to flush away loose particles from utensils when storing in between use. [COS]: Owner adjusted water valve pressure of dipper well.
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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Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Cellphone stored on prep table. [CA]: No person shall store clothing or personal effects in any area used for the storage and preparation of food or food contact surfaces. Employees shall not eat in food preparation areas. [COS]: Owner relocated cellphone.
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, Nov 19, 2025 · Original Source