Routine Inspection
May 19, 2026
8 recorded violations
Official wording
Food storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
1. Many items stored directly on floor of walk-in cooler. [CA] Food shall be stored at least 6 inches above the floor to prevent contamination. 2. Bulk ingredient containers do not have lids. [CA] Store open bulk foods in approved NSF containers with tight fitting lids. 3. Many food items in 2-door upright freezer stored directly in grocery bags. [CA] Use only food grade plastic bags to store food in.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
Bucket placed under water heater to catch dripping water. [CA] Repair water heater 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.
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Approved thawing methods used; frozen food
Inspector’s notes
Package of meatballs thawing on prep sink drain board. [CA] Frozen potentially hazardous food shall only be thawed in one of the following ways: 1) under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F or below, 2) completely submerged under potable running water for a period not to exceed two hours at a water temperature of 70°F or below, and with sufficient water velocity to agitate and flush off loose particles into the sink drain, 3) in a microwave oven if immediately followed by immediate preparation, 4) as part of a cooking process.
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.
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Nonfood contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
Brown liquid spilled all down the front of the ice machine. [CA] Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
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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Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
1. No soap or soap dispenser at handwash station near prep sink. [CA] Provide handwashing cleanser in dispenser at handwash stations at all times. [COS] Bottle of handwash soap was placed at sink 2. Colander of meatballs was placed inside handwash sink. [CA] A handwashing facility shall not be used for purposes other than handwashing. [COS] Meatballs were removed from handwash sink and placed into prep sink.
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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Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
Epoxy on floors are deteriorating and lifting, creating a hard to clean surface. [CA] Repair floors into 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.
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Food separated and protected
Inspector’s notes
Meat and raw eggs stored above RTE foods in the walk-in cooler. [CA] All food shall be separated and protected from cross-contamination. Store all raw meat or other raw products of animal origin below ready-to-eat food items.
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
Back door propped open with box. [CA] Keep back door closed at all times to prevent the entrance and harborage of vermin.
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 record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, May 19, 2026 · Original Source