Santa Clara County, CA

Paradise Biryani Pointe

Name: Paradise Biryani Pointe
Address: 560 N Abel St, Santa Clara County, CA

560 N Abel St

Last inspected Aug 20, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.

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3 inspections

Routine Inspection

Aug 20, 2026

Pass

4 recorded violations

minorCode K39Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Thermometers provided, accurate

Inspector’s notes

Thermometer at the walk-in cooler is broken. [Corrective Action] Provide an accurate 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 K45Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

Cove base by the walk-in freezer observed broken. [Corrective Action] Maintain walls in good condition.

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

minorCode K44Pests

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

1. Side door next to cookline observed left open. [Corrective Action] Ensure door is closed to prevent entry of pest. Install screen door or air curtain if normally left open. 2. Observed unused broken equipment in the facility. [Corrective Action] Remove unused broken equipment from the premise.

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 K21Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s notes

Hot water at the 3 compartment sink was measured at a maximum temperature of 115 degrees Fahrenheit. [Corrective Action] Provide hot water at a minimum temperature of 120 degrees Fahrenheit.

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 problems

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 20, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Feb 5, 2026

Pass

5 recorded violations

minorCode K36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s notes

Observed a cup used as a scoop in the bucket of mango lassi in the 3 door keg cooler. [Corrective Action] Use a scoop with a handle.

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 K33Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

Dust accumulation on the exhaust vent in the men's restroom. [Corrective Action] Thoroughly clean and maintain clean.

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

minorCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s notes

Low water pressure at the handwash sink at the service area. [Corrective Action] Provide adequate water pressure.

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 problems

minorCode K06Handwashing

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

A bucket of mint leaves were observed placed in the sink of the handwash sink in the kitchen. [Corrective Action] Always keep the handwash sink easily accessible 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.

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observed deep scores and darkening of the cutting boards at the prep coolers. [Corrective Action] Repair or replace the cutting boards.

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, Feb 5, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Jun 24, 2025

Pass

4 recorded violations

minorCode K01Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

Inspector’s notes

Facility lacks manager Food Safety Certificate. [Corrective Action] Food facilities that prepare, handle, or serve non-prepackaged potentially hazard foods shall have a valid Food Safety Certificate available for review at all times.

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 K33Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

Grime accumulation observed on the walk-in cooler door, bulk salt sugar containers, and on food processor equipments. [Corrective Action] Thoroughly clean and maintain clean.

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

minorCode K41Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s notes

Observed water continuously dripping from the faucet at the drinking water faucet at the bar. [Corrective Action] Repair to stop the leak.

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 problems

minorCode K07Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot and cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

Chicken in the 3 door prep cooler (left side) was measured at 46 degrees Fahrenheit. [Corrective Action] Maintain Potentially Hazardous Foods at or below 41 degrees Fahrenheit.

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

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jun 24, 2025 · Original Source