Routine Inspection
Aug 18, 2025
7 recorded violations
Official wording
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
Actively working employee lacks food handler card. [CA] All food handlers shall maintain a valid food handler card for the duration of their employment. Food handler cards shall be available 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.
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Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips
Inspector’s notes
Facility lacks testing materials for the high temperature dishwasher. [CA] Testing equipment and materials shall be provided to adequately measure the applicable sanitization method used during manual or mechanical warewashing.
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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Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
Observed cloth rags stored in direct contact with vegetable patties. [CA] Discontinue the use of rags in contact with food. Use only approved, food grade cloth or fabric implement for food storage.
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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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Wiping cloths: properly used, stored
Inspector’s notes
Observed soiled wiping cloths stored on the food preparation counters and equipment handles. [CA] Wiping cloths shall be stored in an approved sanitizing concentration when not in use.
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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Food separated and protected
Inspector’s notes
Observed multiple bulk ingredients bags are open and uncovered. [CA] After opening, transfer bulk ingredients to approved containers with tight fitting lids. Food shall be securely stored.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Food storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
Observed multiple foods stored directly on the floor in the walk-in cooler and storage area. [CA] Food shall be stored six inches above the floor to prevent contamination.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
Across from the cook line, observed 1-door preparation unit is stored directly in front of the handwash station. [CA] Handwash station shall be fully stocked and 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.
More about handwashing problemsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 18, 2025 · Original Source