Follow-Up Inspection
Aug 19, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 19, 2026 · Original Source
Santa Clara County, CA
Papa John's Pizza
2668 Monterey Rd Ste 170
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The full inspection history
3 inspectionsRoutine Inspection
Aug 18, 2026
Closed
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
7 recorded violations
minorCode K35Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
Worn gaskets observed on prep cooler doors. [CA] Replace gaskets and maintain in good condition.
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
Janitorial sink is lacking a mop rack. Mop observed stored on floor in front of 3 comp sink. [CA]Provide a mop rack. 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 insectsminorCode K36Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
Scoop inside of of bulk flour container appears to be missing a handle. [CA] Provide scoops with handles. Store scoop handles in such a way that the handle does not come in direct contact with food to prevent 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 issuesminorCode K39Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Thermometers provided, accurate
Inspector’s notes
Refrigeration units are lacking thermometers. [CA] A thermometer +/- 2°F shall be provided and correctly located in each cold holding unit containing potentially hazardous foods. Place thermometer where it is easily visible while checking refrigerator temperature.
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 issuescriticalCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Hot and cold water available
Inspector’s notes
Major: (Closure criteria) Water temperature at the 3 comp sink measured a maximum of 83F. Minor: 1. Water temperature at hand wash sinks measured between 84-85F. 2. Water temperature at janitorial sink and prep sink measured between 80-86F. [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. Handwashing sinks shall be equipped to provide minimum 100°F water under pressure for a minimum of 15 seconds. Note: Work order was placed during inspection. Technician arrived on site. He stated that the water heater will be descaled.
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 problemsminorCode K06Handwashing
Official wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
1. Inoperable hand wash sink in warewash area. 2. Inoperable paper towel dispenser at warewash hand wash station. 3. No hand soap available at warewash hand wash station. 4. At the restroom hand wash station, paper towels are stored outside of dispenser. [CA] Repair hand wash sink. Repair or replace paper towel dispenser at warewash area hand wash station. Ensure hand soap is available at all times. Ensure paper towels are stored within dispenser at all times.
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 problemsminorCode K43Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector’s notes
Toilet paper stored outside of dispenser in the restroom. [CA] Toilet paper shall be stored within a dispenser at all times to prevent contamination.
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, Aug 18, 2026 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Feb 17, 2025
Pass
4 recorded violations
minorCode K06Handwashing
Official wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
Rear hand wash sink lacks single use paper towels. [CA] Single-use sanitary towels shall be provided in dispensers; heated-air hand drying device may be substituted for single-use towels.
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 problemsminorCode K41Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
Hot water (valve) at hand wash sink is in disrepair. [CA] Repair plumbing fixture and maintain in clean and good repair.
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 problemsminorCode K30Other
Official wording
Food storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
Boxed/bagged food held on the floor of storage room. [CA] Food shall be stored at least 6 inches above the floor to prevent contamination.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode K43Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector’s notes
Restroom door propped open at time of inspection. [CA] Toilet rooms shall be separated by well-fitted, self-closing doors that prevent the passage of flies, dust, or odors. Toilet paper is placed outside of dispenser. [CA] Toilet tissue shall be provided in a permanently installed dispenser at each toilet.
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, Feb 17, 2025 · Original Source