Routine Inspection
Oct 24, 2025
6 recorded violations
Official wording
Approved thawing methods used; frozen food
Inspector’s notes
SHRIMPS WERE THAWING IN A CONTAINER WITHOUT RUNNING WATER. [CA] 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.
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Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
ICE SCOOP IN A BAR AND A SPOON FOR SCOOPING ICE CREAM WAS IN A FREEZER TOUCHING ICE CREAM AND ICE. [CA] Handle to ice scoop shall be stored so that it is not in direct contact with ice. FRONT WALK IN COOLER WITH ALCOHOL HAS CARDBOARD TO LINE SHELVES. [CA] Discontinue the use of cardboard boxes to line shelves/flooring, use approved equipment made of materials that is easily cleanable, durable, smooth, and nonabsorbent.
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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Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector’s notes
BAR AREA HAS TWO BOTTLES WITHOUT LABELS. [CA] Chemicals once removed from original container shall be labeled with common name.
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.
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Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
HANDWASHING SINK IN THE WAREWASH AREA WAS INACTIVE AND LACK SOAP AND PAPER TOWEL. [CA] Properly wash hands with soap, warm water and dry using single use paper towels as required. [SA] WAREWASH HAND WASHING SINK SHALL BE ACTIVE AND IN USE.
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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Wiping cloths: properly used, stored
Inspector’s notes
USED WIPING CLOTH WAS LEFT IN SUSHI COUNTER [CA] Wiping towels shall be stored in sanitizing solution of an approved concentration when not in use (100 ppm - chlorine, 200 ppm - quaternary ammonium).
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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Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
AFTER USE, MOP WAS LEFT ON FLOOR. [CA] After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies.
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, Oct 24, 2025 · Original Source