Routine Inspection
Apr 28, 2026
8 recorded violations
Official wording
Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips
Inspector’s notes
There are not any chlorine test strips. [CA] Obtain and use the test strips to monitor the concentration of sanitizer at the 3 comp sink and towel buckets.
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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Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Observed personal belongings stored on prep tables and on food items in the kitchen. [CA] Please provide lockers for personal belongings.
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 insectsOfficial wording
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
The cooks and employees that are preparing food do not have a food handler card or food safety certificate. [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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
Observed flies in the kitchen and the back door kept open. [CA] Take effective measures t eliminate the floes from inside the kitchen. Keep the back door closed or install a screen door or air curtain.
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 insectsOfficial wording
Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
There is a plastic to go cup used as a scoop. [CA] Use a scoop with a handle and store it with the handle not touching the food inside.
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 wording
Food storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
Observed containers of food in the walk in uncovered. [CA] Please cover all food in the walk in. If cooling you may leave uncovered and in a location to avoid possible contamination.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Wiping cloths: properly used, stored
Inspector’s notes
Observed used wiping towels on prep tables. [CA] Store the used towels in sanitizer between each 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 contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
Observed the employee just rinse off the cutting board and then put away as clean and ready for reuse. [CA] This must be washed properly. Wash, rinse, and sanitize. [COS] The employee put it into the sanitizer.
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, Apr 28, 2026 · Original Source