Routine Inspection
Aug 20, 2026
7 recorded violations
Official wording
Hands clean, properly washed; gloves used properly
Inspector’s notes
Employee observed rinsing gloved hands in 3 compartment sink. [CA] Properly wash hands with soap, warm water and dry using single use paper towels as required prior to putting on gloves.
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.
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Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
Bean sprouts held at service line and raw chicken held at food preparation table measured >41F,<135F,<4hrs. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. [COS] Raw chicken cooked and held at 135F. Ice added to bean sprouts.
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 temperatureOfficial wording
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
Food handler cards are not available for all working employees. [CA] Each food handler shall maintain a valid food handler card for the duration of his or her employment as food handler. A valid food handler card shall be provided within 30 days of after the date of hire.
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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No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
Old rodent droppings and dead cockroaches found in shelf at front service area. [CA] Clean and sanitize area of dead cockroaches or old droppings.
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.
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Food separated and protected
Inspector’s notes
Cooked chicken and clean utensils found stored next to hand wash sink. [CA] All food shall be separated and protected from possible contamination.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Wet/Soiled mop stored in mop bucked/water [CA] 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.
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Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
Ambient temperature of walk-in refrigerator measured at 49F.[CA] Refrigeration must be capable of maintaining PHFs at 41°F or below. Cutting board is heavily scored and does not appear to be clean [CA] Surfaces of equipment such as cutting blocks and boards that are scratched and scored so that they can no longer be effectively be cleaned and sanitized shall be resurfaced or replaced.
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 issuesOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 20, 2026 · Original Source