Routine Inspection
Feb 19, 2026
4 recorded violations
Official wording
Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
1) Observed the 3-compartment sink's goose neck faucet could not reach all 3 compartments. [CA] Provide a faucet that can easily reach all 3 compartments. 2) Observed drain pipe under the prep sink next to the 3-compartment sink extended into the floor sink. [CA] Maintain an air gap at least twice the diameter of the water supply inlet and may not be less than one inch from the flood level rim of the plumbing fixture.
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.
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Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
1) Food safety certificate (FSC) on wall (BRANDON VO, EXP. 07/25/2030) is listed as the food safety manager for multiple other PEKOE locations (Sunnyvale, Milpitas, San Jose). Another FSC was not available upon request. [CA] The food safety manager certificate holder shall be the holder of only ONE food facility. No certified person at a food facility may serve at any other food facility as the person required to be certified. 2) Two employees' food handler cards were expired. [CA] Obtain updated food handler cards.
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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Hot and cold water available
Inspector’s notes
Measured hot water at the prep sink near the cooked/cooking boba to be 108F. [CA] Provide hot water (120F) at prep sinks.
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.
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Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
Observed brown mold-like substance on the inside of the ice machine. [CA] Keep ice machine 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 problemsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Feb 19, 2026 · Original Source