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Santa Clara County, CA

Palmetto Superfoods - Los Gatos

50 University Av # D210

Last inspected Aug 12, 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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2 inspections

Routine Inspection

Aug 12, 2026

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3 recorded violations

minorCode K01Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

Inspector’s notes

Food handler cards were unavailable for review. [CA] Ensure employee food handler cards are maintained onsite for review.

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
minorCode K36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s notes

Observed scoops stored in dry storage containers with handle in contact with food. [CA] Ensure scoops are stored in dry storage containers with the handle facing away from food or in a manner that does not cause contamination.

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 K40Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used, stored

Inspector’s notes

Observed wiping cloths stored in sanitizer bucket with limited amount of sanitizer. [CA] Ensure wiping cloths are stored in a sanitizer bucket and submerged in an applicable sanitizer.

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, Aug 12, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Apr 7, 2026

Result not listed

2 recorded violations

minorCode K44Pests

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observed cracks and crevices around shelving and FRP wall brackets by the warewash area. In the area above the mop sink, observed missing ceiling panel and openings around conduits/piping. [CA] Ensure all cracks, crevices, gaps, and holes are properly sealed to prevent access for and possible harborage of vermin.

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 K35Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity

Inspector’s notes

2 door prep unit measured with ambient air temperature at 70F. [CA] Ensure 2 door prep unit is properly repaired and able to maintain potentially hazardous foods at 41F and below.

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

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Apr 7, 2026 · Original Source

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